Brands in South Korea have been compelled to submit product nutritional information, which the government has used to update its national food database for processed goods.
China’s recent removal of tariffs on all dairy products from New Zealand, including milk powder used for both general consumption and processing to infant formula, could spell huge potential for brands that have a strong focus on quality and sustainability.
The Smart Cube’s senior commodity specialist examines the fluctuating commodity market and how things are shaping up this year, as he warns oil, gold and sugar costs are set to rise.
Students who consume beverages with over 25 grams of added sugar daily face a 1.8 times higher risk of exhibiting attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms compared to those with lower consumption, according to a new study from Chiang Mai...
Bringing you the top 10 most-read sustainability stories from the APAC food and beverage industry in 2023, featuring news on the EU deforestation regulation impacts, Nestle satellite tech for sustainability, South Korea's recycled PET stance and...
Hippo Energy Drink, 2024 categories and trends to watch, OATSIDE growth plans and more social media trending news feature in this edition of Hot Right Now.
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has formally gazetted the definition of ‘added sugars’ to be used as part of its upcoming ‘no added sugars’ labelling policy, and has allowed for a longer transition time based on proposals from the food and...
Snacking giant Mondelez says that digital channels are increasingly driving in-store purchasing decisions in Asia, meaning an understanding of the online-offline mix is crucial to boost sales.
While Irish butter exports to the US continued to grow and demand from the Middle East increased, the Irish Food Board recorded a decline in dairy exports across all key regions in 2023.
Major Japanese brands Ajinomoto and Meiji have highlighted how efficient inventory management will be key to reduce food waste throughout their supply chains, as part of their commitment to the national Food Loss Reduction Declaration.
The absence of a set of unified guidelines to provide nutrient composition and labelling requirements for all categories of commercially produced complementary foods (CPCF) in Southeast Asia risks confusing consumers, say researchers.
Health functional Foods (HFF) containing vitamin C in Korea must now display caution statements warning consumers against overconsumption, and that kidney disease patients should consult a specialist before using the product, the Ministry of Food and...
Industry experts from major players Danone, PepsiCo, BYHEALTH and Mondelez are among the first wave of keynote speakers confirmed for our Growth Asia Summit 2024.
South Korea’s renewed expiration dates system for food and beverage items has been widely adopted by industry and achieved high consumer awareness, says the country’s regulator.
Plant-based beverages may be considered suitable alternatives to their dairy counterparts but must overcome challenges related to flavour, consumer health, stability and nutrient dissolution, say researchers in Singapore, the UK and China.
Nestle Vietnam is banking on the rising demand for convenient beverage options in the country to drive the growth of its newest Nescafe format innovation, a ready-to-serve liquid concentrate.
Latest findings from various Chinese studies, the top 10 most-read China food and beverage stories in 2023, developments in the novel protein sector, and more feature in this edition of China Focus.
A synbiotic formula (SIM01) developed by Hong Kong firm GenieBiome in collaboration with the Chinese University of Hong Kong has been shown to alleviate multiple symptoms of post-acute COVID-19 syndrome (PACS), while also benefiting children after their...
Thai natural fruit juice specialist Manee Manao is banking on the ongoing watermelon smoothie craze dubbed ‘tangmo-pun’ in South Korea to boost the success of its new frozen watermelon puree export business.
The general public and experts in Singapore have raised several concerns over the consumption of cultivated meat, while also acknowledging it can play a crucial role in the City State’s food security efforts.
Amway’s supplements brand Nutrilite has named regenerative agriculture as a key focus area to maintain a steady provision of botanicals for its products.
Read our top 10 most-viewed food and beverage packaging stories throughout 2023, featuring a slew of packaging material regulatory updates, pre-packaged food labelling renovations, Australia's alcohol pregnancy warning label and more.
Here's a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories from December 2023, including the need for food fraud monitoring, reactions to Fonterra's sustainability strategy, new sugarless sweetener Zerup and more.
New Zealand-founded hard seltzer brand Everyday Weekend is aiming to seize growth opportunities in the ready-to-drink (RTD) alcoholic beverages category across Asia through affordable pricing and community marketing strategies.
We take a closer look at five of the top trends that look set to shape the Asia Pacific food and beverage industry in 2024, from the newly-emerged ‘premium affordability’ to the evolution of plant-based protein, the rise of RTD beverages and more.
South Korean brand Castoma says nanotechnology has enabled the company to shrink down the molecules of curcumin and boost its effectiveness against common stomach problems.
The Japanese government’s initiatives to boost the domestic dairy sector and raise self-sufficiency rate, Suntory’s upcoming price hikes, Kirin’s beer and sugar-free product innovation plans, and the pandemic’s impact on seafood prices feature in this...
Australian cultivated meat firm Magic Valley has detailed its production and partnership objectives for 2024 as it seeks to get products in front of consumers in 2025.
After a hugely successful second event in 2023, our Growth Asia Summit returns for 2024 with a new July date and an agenda packed with the latest food, beverage and nutrition growth opportunities.
Read our top 10 most viewed stories from the South East Asian food and beverage industry this year, featuring ASEAN trade news, Nestle product affordability focus, post-COVID-19 regional troubles and more.
We reveal the top 10 most-read food safety and security stories from the APAC food and beverage industry from 2023, featuring news on the EU deforestation regulation impacts, Middle East focus on food security, alternative proteins safety concerns and...
Japanese brand Kikkoman is using research and data to identify Indian ingredients that are best paired with its soy sauce, in an effort to accelerate product development and further penetrate the local market.
