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7-Eleven is the leading convenience banner in Asia, with sales expected to increase 5.7% CAGR until 2022. ©GettyImages

Bigger isn’t better: Why convenience stores will rule Asian retail over the next five years

Convenience stores will be the fastest-growing bricks and mortar channel in Asia over the next five years, as retailers expand their networks and shoppers change their shopping habits.

Digital innovations enabling Singapore manufacturers fulfil export potential

A new app has been launched to help Singapore food firms export their products more easily and efficiently, while also helping prevent counterfeit goods.

Raising insect super soldiers to combat growing food waste

A pioneering system that deploys elite insect larvae as super soldiers to break down food waste is being optimised for use in urban environments.

Standardisation driving sales growth for China ready-to-eat foodservice manufacturer

China manufacturer JMU Limited (Zhong Mei Lian) says it has set up a new R&D centre to develop Ready-to-Cook (RTC) and Ready-to-Eat (RTE) food products as part of an “efficiency revolution”.

HKScan launches pork exports to China

Finnish processor HKScan has launched pork exports to China from its Forssa production unit.

Brazil set to recommence meat exports into key markets

Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Supply (MAPA) is in the final stages of negotiations with key markets, including Indonesia and Russia, to restart exporting beef and pork.

Fact not fad: Why the vegan market is going from strength-to-strength in Australia

Forget throwing burgers on the barbie, Aussie consumers’ desire for vegan products shows no sign of sizzling out with analysts highlighting the ongoing surge in sales and product launches.