Safety First: China food safety report, fake K-food and more
China food safety report, fake K-food and more feature in this edition of Safety First
All Asia-Pacific
Nudging Asia towards sustainability amid shifting regulatory rules
Creativity and functionality are key to driving eco-friendly packaging amid regulatory shifts in Asia
Why do food brands face roadblocks in going green?
Uncle Saba’s Poppadoms opens up about the realities of environmental sustainability – and why being honest about limitations is just as vital as celebrating progress
Heineken on how F1 sponsorship is boosting zero-alcohol beer strategy
Heineken is leveraging its F1 sponsorship and Heineken 0.0 to promote moderation and reshape drinking habits among sports fans and global drinkers
Fi Asia 2025
5 major food industry trends spotted at Fi Asia 2025
From cost-effectiveness to flavour favourites, these are the top 5 food trends seen at Fi Asia 2025, influencing new product development in the region
Our top 10 food and beverage industry stories from September 2025
Check out the top 10 F&B industry stories from the past month, including the Suntory CEO resignation, Indonesia’s WTO wins and more
ジャパン フォーカス：六ジンの東南アジア進出、味の素の2030年目標、アジア太平洋地域と日本の提携
本号では、六ジン（Roku Gin）の東南アジア（SEA）進出、味の素の持続可能性目標達成 への取り組み、アジア太平洋地域の企業が日本大手企業と提携する動きなどを掘り下げます。
Japan Focus: Roku Gin’s SEA push, Ajinomoto’s 2030 goals, APAC-Japan partnerships, and more
This edition dives into Roku Gin’s SEA focus, Ajinomoto’s commitment to sustainability goals, APAC firms collaborating with major Japanese firms, and more
サイエンス ショート：フリーズドライ技術、Global Food Tech Awards APAC
フリーズドライ技術、Global Food Tech Awards APACなどを今回のScience Shortsで特集しています。
チャイナ フォーカス：Mengniuの売上減、Waloviのグローバル展開、高齢者がいかに 食品飲料需要を再構築するか
Mengniuの売上減、Waloviのハーブティー グローバル展開、高齢者が牽引する中国の飲食トレンドなどをとりあげています。
ホットな話題：サントリー会長薬物疑惑、中国ブランドが東南アジアに注視
サントリー会長薬物疑惑、中国ブランドが東南アジアを注視していることなどが今回の「Hot Right Now」で取り上げられています
ポリシー ピックス： Carlsberg Malaysia、インドの電子商取引
今回のPolicy Picksでは、Carlsberg Malaysia、インドの電子商取引などを取り上げています。
Ajinomoto reaffirms 2030 sustainability goals despite CEO shift
Ajinomoto has renewed commitment to its 2030 sustainability strategy despite a sudden change in CEO recently, reinforcing its long-term AminoScience-based green strategy
Roku Gin boosts reach via mixology and localised appeal
Suntory’s Roku Gin is blending mixology expertise with localised appeal to strengthen its market presence across South East Asia
Hennessy x Jackson Wang collab showcases cognac’s versatility in Asia
Hennessy is mixing V.S.O.P. and X.O. with oolong tea and sparkling water for a Mid-Autumn Festival launch with superstar Jackson Wang
Plant power: How plant-based trends are shaping the future of the functional beverages industry
Today’s health-conscious consumer doesn’t just drink to quench thirst: they expect other benefits. And plant-based ingredients are perfectly placed to offer a powerful boost
5 food industry leadership scandals that shook the past 18 months
From corruption allegations to sexual misconduct, explore five high-profile food industry scandals that made headlines and reshaped leadership
Bean-free coffee: Prefer partners Ajinomoto, Coffee Ferm for APAC growth
Singapore’s Prefer looks to scale its sustainable bean-free coffee across APAC with partners Ajinomoto and Coffee Ferm
Fi Asia 2025
4 emerging functional ingredients with APAC growth potential
At Fi Asia 2025 in Bangkok, four functional ingredients stood out as APAC consumers seek sustainable, traditional foods to support healthy lifestyles
Quaker Oats leverages TikTok dietitians for fresh brand appeal
The company is still recovering from a devastating recall in 2023 and focusing on the future
The snackdown: Trump calls ESG a scam – why snack giants call it survival
ESG’s under political fire in Washington, but the snack giants keep flexing. From Oreos to Doritos, their reports show that in today’s food industry, trust’s as valuable as profit.
How Gen Z made Free From the flavor of modern wellness
Forget bland gluten-free loaves and chalky sugar-free chocolate. For Gen Z, Free From is culture, not compromise and it’s rewriting what health and indulgence look like
Demand for functional and plant-based foods fuel APAC dairy growth
APAC dairy demand is rising as consumers seek nutrient-rich snacks, while plant-based options offer sustainable, indulgent alternatives, experts say
Bel Group pursues Asia dairy growth with localised, halal strategies
French dairy giant Bel Group is adapting recipes and partnerships to local tastes, aiming to boost accessibility in Asia
Sparkling brain drinks: Ārepa targets fatigue and mental performance
New Zealand-based Ārepa has launched sparkling beverages designed to tackle fatigue and support mental performance
The big UPF myth: Why consumers say one thing and eat another
Do manufacturers really need to navigate out of the ‘dirty’ UPF world? Perhaps not, as exclusive research shows consumers’ perception of UPF is very different to their reality
Veolia tackles food waste and clean energy challenges in SEA
Proper waste disposal and renewable energy are key priorities for South East Asia, said the firm
European Commission wants to delay EUDR, again
The Environment Commissioner hopes lawmakers will agree to postpone the deforestation regulation yet another year
PepsiCo and Unilever step up with new regen ag push
PepsiCo and Unilever have decided it’s time to get serious about soil: their new STEP up for Agriculture program throws money and muscle behind regenerative farming
Trend Tracker: BLACKPINK Jisoo-approved chips, Indonesia vs EUDR & more
BLACKPINK Jisoo-approved chips, Indonesia vs EUDR and more in this edition of Trend Tracker
One week to go! Entries for Global Food Tech Awards APAC closing soon
APAC start-ups have one more week until Sept 30 to enter the Global Food Tech Awards 2025 and showcase innovations on an international stage
Fi Asia 2025
What are the 4 most crucial AI applications in food innovation?
AI is driving food innovation and marketing strategies – here are four major ways experts at Fi Asia 2025 say it is shaping production and improving relevance
Sustainability September
3 key challenges to building sustainable food systems in Asia
Asian food systems face three major challenges towards achieving sustainability – find out what these are and what needs to be done to tackle them
Mars Wrigley powers SEA gum exports with renewable energy in Antipolo
Mars Wrigley will invest US$2M yearly to cut emissions, using rice husks and coconut shells to power its key SEA gum hub in the Philippines
Fermented fungi firm targets taste gap in plant-based, hybrid proteins
Aussie-based Nourish Ingredients focuses on global rollout for plant-based and hybrid protein categories after FEMA GRAS approval
Indonesia’s WTO winning streak could threaten EUDR viability
Continuous palm oil wins for Indonesia at the WTO cast doubts on how the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will impact sustainability and trade
Sustainability Snippets: Leaf protein, Sustainable September and more
Leaf protein, Sustainable September, blended proteins and more feature in this edition of Sustainability Snippets
Danone’s Lifeway acquisition collapses
As talks between the two parties fall through, one question looms large: will Julie Smolyansky’s leadership survive?
Less sugar, more sweets: Asians seek local flavours in healthier treats
Sixty-five percent of South East Asian consumers prefer local flavours and lower sugar when indulging in desserts, according to a new regional study
Brown Brothers eyes APAC growth with zero-alcohol flavour strategy
Australian winery Brown Brothers partners with Gong Cha bubble tea chain – a new key strategy to expand across APAC
Alternative materials market strengthens as sustainability declines
As the need for alternatives becomes clearer, sustainability fades into the background
Science Shorts: Freeze-dried tech, Global Food Tech Awards APAC and more
Freeze-dried tech, Global Food Tech Awards APAC and more feature in this edition of Science Shorts
Blended proteins show promise for Asia’s food security
NECTAR to unveil consumer insights that may pave the way for mainstream adoption across Asia
How food and beverage spin-offs and separations fare after the split
The future is uncertain for food and beverage spin-offs, but we can look to the past for guidance
聚焦中国：蒙牛销售额下滑、Walovi 全球上市、老年人如何重塑食品饮料行业需求等
本期涵盖蒙牛销售走弱、Walovi 进军凉茶全球布局、中国老年消费群体驱动食品饮料行业变革等焦点议题
聚焦日本：朝日集团前景展望、零食礼盒潮流行趋势、蚕丝蛋白应用等
本期《聚焦日本》深度解析：朝日集团增长展望、日本零食礼盒潮流、蚕丝蛋白应用及更多精彩内容。
政策精读：嘉士伯马来西亚公司、印度电商新规等
本期聚焦嘉士伯马来西亚公司、印度电商新规等精彩内容。
替代蛋白质观察：Vow 培养鹌鹑肉、Samyang 植物基食品等
本期聚焦Vow 培养鹌鹑肉、Samyang 植物基食品等精彩内容
聚焦初创公司：培养鹌鹑肉、巴西坚果、亚洲风味零食等
本期聚焦 Vow 培养鹌鹑肉、可持续巴西坚果、Kantin Lab 亚洲风味零食等精彩内容
China Focus: Mengniu sales slide, Walovi’s global launch, how seniors reshape F&B demand, and more
We cover Mengniu’s weaker sales, Walovi’s global push in herbal teas, how seniors are driving China’s food and beverage trends, and more