A face-off between Bangladeshi milk producers and food safety authorities has been partially averted, following the decision by the Supreme Court to stay a lower court’s order to halt the production and sale of products by several of the 14 milk companies...
Saudi food conglomerate Almarai has reported a drop of 11.9% in second-quarter profits this year to SAR 582.5 million (US$155 million) compared to the corresponding quarter in 2018, attributing this to the performance drop in its dairy and juice category.
Middle East and North Africa (MENA)-based F&B start-ups received US$20 million in funding, and clinched 8% of deals in H1 2019, amidst findings that investor interest in the region’s food and beverage sector is on the rise.
Faced with falling retail sales, the chief executive of Nani’s Frozen Foods - a small baked confectionery business in northern Malaysia - changed tack and is now achieving success in the halal-OEM market, with Japan her main focus.
An Australian trial has found that curcumin extract with high bioavailability is able to improve neurocognitive function and mood in healthy aged subjects.
Fruit companies in Thailand are feeling the heat after China introduced new requirements for durian imports from the country to come with a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification, claiming that this would both negatively affect export volumes...
Coca-Cola India has launched its first-ever beverage targeting sports hydration, which it claims will provide ‘that powerful push required’ for sports activities due to a special formulation of minerals.
Oral health is a significant concern among Asia’s ageing population, with many of the problems taking root at a relatively young age, according to DuPont’s Principal Applications Specialist.
Dietary greenshell mussel intake can reduce the incidence or slow the progression of early metabolic-associated osteoarthritis (MetOA), according to a new study funded by New Zealand’s national High Value Nutrition programme.
Dairy giant Yili Group has retained its position as the most valuable food brand in Asia and third most valuable brand in the world, according to Brand Finance’s annual report on the most valuable food and soft drink brands published in July 2019.
Nestle Research and Development (R&D) China is collaborating with Tsinghua University to launch a challenge focused solely on packaging sustainability, aiming to find the best and most innovative solutions targeting a variety of scenarios from e-commerce...
A little more than half of Australians drink at least one cup of coffee a week, just under half drink tea and a round eighth drink hot chocolate, according to new data.
Health ingredients firm Diana Foods has its eye on further expansion into the Chinese market, banking on a rapid shift towards consumer health awareness backed by governmental policies focusing on improving food safety and quality.
There is growing evidence that certain plant-based nutrients in tea and mushroom may help to delay cognitive decline as we age, and may provide more promising focuses for further research after multiple products touted by the pharma sector ended in failure.
Faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is an ancient therapy that has been increasingly utilised in modern medical practice for the treatment of Clostridioides difficile infection, but what are the emerging areas of promise?
After launching its Asia business in Singapore and Hong Kong in 2014, swiftly followed by Vietnam and Thailand, Aussie craft gin brand Four Pillars is now seeking to build its name in the altogether different environment of Japan’s capital.
Heineken’s recent launch of its zero-alcohol beer in Malaysia has hit its first snag less than a month in, with a government minister accusing non-alcoholic beers as being‘confusing’ for Muslims.
World-renowned tea giant Dilmah Tea has seen phenomenal growth and success since its humble beginnings as a small family business in Sri Lanka over three decades ago, but CEO Dilhan Fernando has told us in an exclusive interview that the firm will not...
Vietnamese food business Masan Group has announced plans to rename its Nutri-Science subsidiary to Masan MEATLife as part of the development of a branded meat division.
New Zealand’s Meat Industry Association (MIA) has urged significant changes to the Zero Carbon Bill following a new analysis that found that the Government’s proposed methane targets are excessive.
Kirin is seeking to secure new markets for its functional food brand “iMUSE”, which contains the lactic acid bacteria Lactococcus Plasma, with work also underway to include another strain, Lactobacillus KW.
Adulterated dairy in Bangladesh, food products with 'violative heath risks' in Phlippines, clean meat and more feature in this edition of Safety First.
E-commerce is increasingly dominating the world of food and beverage, as consumers continue to flock online, but what does the future have in store for retail, logistics, payment systems and the growing demand for personalisation?
Kerry’s newly launched production plant in India has placed significant focus on technology and design catering to sustainability and efficiency, with the aim of using more energy from renewable sources, its South West Asia Vice President exclusively...
The Health Star Ratings (HSR) scoring system has come under fire yet again as the completion of its five-year-review draws close, with both consumer groups and academics calling for major changes in its proceedings.
Thai manufacturer Healthful Co has seen domestic sales spike for its functional drink, which claims to aid sleep, after gaining recognition in the South Korean market.
South Australia’s reputation for being Australia’s epicurean centre is getting a boost, with spirits distilling now making a name for itself in the state, in addition to the wineries that first brought it that distinction.
The founder of Malaysian brand Aya claims to have created the first ‘multipurpose’ sauce brand in Malaysia, with the product capable of being prepared in a number of ways, depending on the ability of the cook.
Most New Zealand consumers have “got the message” about switching to some of the many no- or low-sugar drinks now available, according to the country’s top food and beverage industry association.
The potential for probiotics and prebiotics to deliver significant benefits to people suffering from chronic kidney conditions, and the emerging science behind the gut-kidney axis, will be the subject of a keynote presentation at our forthcoming Probiota...
Snacking giant Mondelez International has established a new Growth Hub in Oceania, separate from its global innovation hub SnackFutures, which it claims underscores its commitment to growth and innovation in the region.
Food and beverage firms have introduced a raft of sustainability measures in the wake of China’s ban on plastic waste imports, but more innovation is needed around packaging alternatives, with recycling facilities also needing to improved.
Australian niche ice cream maker Golden North expects to quadruple its shipments to Asia after signing a deal to start send stocks to MM Mega Market stores across Vietnam.
New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra appears to have set its sights on the Indian dairy market with the launch of its new brand Dreamery, but market experts have warned it will be a tough sector to crack.
Coffee intake has been linked with a decreased risk of depressive symptoms among elderly Japanese women, according to a new multi-centre cross-sectional study.
Sugar sweetened beverages are one of very few “clearly unhealthy products” that are readily promoted to children and “significantly contribute” to poorer health outcomes as people age, according to a leading health consultant.
Probiotics could play a crucial role in improving oral biofilm composition and therefore prevent periodontal disease, especially in combination with traditional dental treatments, according to research from DuPont.
Simply “slapping on” a sugar tax to sugar sweetened beverage tax to tackle obesity, diabetes and improving long-term health outcomes when Asia’s ageing population reaches its senior years is misguided, according to the CEO of the Australian Beverages...
Today we can reveal the ingredient companies, finished product brands and research projects that have made the shortlist for the 2019 NutraIngredients-Asia awards.
In Asia Pacific’s increasingly completive food and beverage space, technological advances are crucial for firms to drive operational efficiency and effectively manage data across the supply chain.
Disputes over food products made online are accounting for a staggering 73% of all cases heard at China’s second Internet Court in Beijing, which was established to protect business transactions, personal information, and intellectual property online.
An Australian-led RCT has found that restricting calorie intake moderately, by people only marginally overweight, can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
