Read more on Yili's ASEAN plans, Nestle's sustainability initiatives, Philippines' trans-fat ban and much more in our 10 most-read APAC F&B stories for February 2022.
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![FNA top 10 February 2022](https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/resizer/v2/5COQ4AMEDZKA3HGLSW662SLCEU.jpg?auth=d80de656e3f6fd41b21153960a4477d8c88c1a374b820918d60a9091f385aa0f&width=650&height=365&smart=true)
Read more on Yili's ASEAN plans, Nestle's sustainability initiatives, Philippines' trans-fat ban and much more in our 10 most-read APAC F&B stories for February 2022.
Click through the gallery to see them all.
!['Richer and sweeter': Yili reveals growth strategy to conquer SEA dairy market following Indonesian factory launch](https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/resizer/v2/6U6HHEIQ3RPGTJIQZP6SRMBPD4.jpg?auth=cbf78cff1d304e5575e39ce5911d350d7f218055609f6f4980ca661652bc1d0d&width=800&height=450&smart=true)
Chinese dairy giant Yili has revealed its growth strategy for the South East Asian dairy market, claiming that products need to have a richer and sweeter taste profile to entice consumers.
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![Change is in the wind: Nestle Australia highlights plant-based portfolio and 100% renewable energy switch](https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/resizer/v2/5OAW5EUWYBNZNHZI57YYAYNMEI.jpg?auth=858b890e6264d1347e35139a60931ad3e8f93c53e5f9fdaf9ceaf8bd6d0fc478&width=748&height=421&smart=true)
Nestle Australia has highlighted its switch to 100% renewable energy for all operations as well as its rapidly broadening plant-based product portfolio as key initiatives that will help the firm to reach its 2050 net zero emissions goal.
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![Philippines trans-fat ban: Policy chiefs issue new guidelines and ban on-pack claims ahead of 2023 changes](https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/resizer/v2/TYZSYCGVVFM3VDIPIQSB3GETGQ.jpg?auth=27f2925af7d67ee09e8c3fc32fe73ef90526ab7e3c80789e73a3025b0ffe04fe&width=750&height=404&smart=true)
Policy chiefs in the Philippines have circulated guidelines for food firms to eliminate the use of Trans-Fatty Acids (TFA) in pre-packaged processed foods by next year, including prohibiting the use of on-pack claims such as 'TFA-free'.
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![Suck it and see: Vietnam eco-straw brand EQUO sets sights on overseas expansion](https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/resizer/v2/NFZMNDSQJZPOHA25TBKSXIOKDA.jpg?auth=beee86cef0f609903ea88bdba9bb75579521e9fbb067919b2f9b3698adf49398&width=800&height=450&smart=true)
Vietnam's EQUO believes that the sustainability and hygienic credentials of its eco-friendly straws give it a clear edge over competitors made from paper or metal, and is starting the year with a new international launch into Singapore.
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!['Winning strategy': Why hybrid meat / plant protein products can help overcome taste and texture challenges](https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/resizer/v2/LBXAOKSURRLJBBQQ7FAINRCKYE.jpg?auth=d694c8c4edcee8437b24ca8e511c7f6eeb13209201c205e2d406dff44ace1cc8&width=800&height=450&smart=true)
Hybrid products containing both animal and plant proteins are offering manufacturers the chance to overcome taste and texture challenges, while simultaneously tapping into the large number of consumers who are eager to learn about alternative proteins.
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![Positive impact: Why sustainable palm oil could be one of the biggest beneficiaries of COP26 summit](https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/resizer/v2/PAYQLFMG4RKMTPS4JFY4ANU3LQ.jpg?auth=0da08f3bf9dec20cd1b69821d5b696b1642129034de4e271d56c01f4fb9885dd&width=748&height=421&smart=true)
Sustainable palm oil production could be one of the biggest beneficiaries of commitments made at the COP26 summit – but experts who have been assessing the fine print say that the devil lies in the detail of implementation.
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!['Regional treasures': South Korea and Japan step up fight against country-of-origin food fraud](https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/resizer/v2/QBUHGJHTVVOBXFM2N2TSUU4BSM.jpg?auth=a8281743031cd2fa27d2ec442dfd211f88a487ad8873651beb24eb5da2ad025d&width=800&height=450&smart=true)
Both the South Korean and Japanese governments have moved to reinforce the robustness of their food authenticity systems against Geographical Indication (GI) and country-of-origin adulteration via initiatives including a new operational council and strict crackdowns.
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![Fermented future - Plant-based yoghurt set for rapid China growth but regulatory hurdles persist](https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/resizer/v2/3PRQQY5X45PSDJ6QDM277P4GRA.png?auth=7503f7081cd0a68edf20328b24c9d180b5acc5c4dc150773f3c10ec06751fe00&width=1024&height=576&smart=true)
China's plant-based yoghurt sector is being predicted to enjoy significant growth, even though such products sit in a regulatory grey area, according to exclusive insights in our latest FNA InnovATE edition.
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![Targeting non-vegans: UAE's Freakin' Healthy expands into ready-to-eat category with clean label vegan cheese spread](https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/resizer/v2/HQZWQ5DAL5JXBA4YTEYS6RM7FI.jpg?auth=9c313fa01a545b4871f84a76979ae6bc783717bb25887342f961e39b65aa0fcd&width=749&height=543&smart=true)
UAE-based snack company Freakin' Healthy is further expanding its better-for-you product range with the launch of a new plant-based cheese spread.
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![ASEAN Focus: Regional news from Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and more feature in our round-up](https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/resizer/v2/C7HFEVCYOBPCHJQKCOB37LTSWE.jpg?auth=9340c69f5064f8d90e905736a86e21cf08587e967f97ed8907ff6db5553b0e23&width=800&height=450&smart=true)
Regional news from Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and more feature in this edition of ASEAN Focus.
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