ASEAN watch: Our Top 10 ASEAN stories from the past year
We reveal the top 10 ASEAN food and beverage stories of 2025, spanning trade and regulatory developments, supply chain challenges and emerging innovation across the region
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Sustainability spotlight: Our Top 10 Sustainability stories from the past year
Here are our top 10 sustainability stories of 2025, spanning corporate strategy, upcycling innovation and the practical challenges facing the food and beverage industry
Clearer and more flexible: India’s 2026 alcohol regulations
India’s new alcohol regulations include mandatory labelling and expanded category definitions, signalling greater consumer transparency and flexibility for producers
Trend Tracker: 2026 APAC trends, nostalgic snacking, chocolate and more
2026 APAC trends, nostalgic snacking, chocolate and more feature in this edition of Trend Tracker
ASEAN Focus: Kirin in Thailand, Mottainai upcycling and more
Kirin in Thailand, Mottainai upcycling and more feature in this edition of ASEAN Focus
TikTok’s influence on food: How online trends blow up
The social media platform can drive food trends to the point where they move markets
Healthy, familiar, accessible: Making alternative protein more scalable
From mung bean snacks to microalgae desserts, familiar and healthier formats are emerging as key levers to help alternative protein firms scale
Sparkling in aluminium: Usability is key for Brown Brothers wine bottles
Australian heritage brand Brown Brothers focuses on sustainable convenience with its novel aluminium prosecco bottle
Alt protein spotlight: Our Top 10 Alternative Protein stories from the past year
We reveal the top 10 most popular alt protein stories from this year, from leaf-powered protein to cultivated seafood and more
Whole grains: A functional, clean label treasure trove?
Natural, whole and ancient grains boast strong nutritional benefits and minimal processing
The rise of coffee creamers: and why dairy is all in
Coffee creamers are outperforming much of the dairy aisle – and new products keep pouring in. Where is the category headed?
Why salt reduction is getting harder for food makers
Governments may be returning to salt reduction targets, but manufacturers say the era of easy reformulation wins is long over
Child obesity surge fuels push to restrict unhealthy food packaging
As obesity rates climb, experts focus on packaging as a strong influence on children’s choices – both as a risk factor and a tool to promote healthier diets
Middle East Focus: Halal harmonisation, Saudi Nutri-Score and more
Halal harmonisation, Saudi Nutri-Score and more feature in this edition of Middle East Focus
Which Middle East markets are leading food and beverage sales?
The Middle Eastern food industry is booming, with billions of dollars of growth expected over the next decade
Asia’s alt protein roadblocks: Key study insights
Why is Asia so slow to embrace alternative proteins despite its great protein needs? A new report uncovers the main roadblocks and drivers to overcome these
Youth engagement and gamification drive APAC & ME packaging trends
Brands are embracing connected packaging, using youth-focused, gamified strategies in Asia Pacific and the Middle East
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Calbee, NielsenIQ, PepsiCo to present this July
Calbee, NielsenIQ and PepsiCo are some of the biggest names giving keynote presentations at this year’s Growth Asia Summit.
Plant-based failing? Here’s how to win at hybrid
Hybrid meat and dairy strategies are evolving in four key ways
How BuzzBallz became Gen Z’s global RTD obsession
BuzzBallz has become Gen Z’s go‑to party prop, fusing bold flavours, playful design and recession‑proof pricing to rewrite the rules of ready‑to‑drink cocktails
Thai firm revives superfood wolffia, blending heritage and nutrition
Thai brand Flo turns local superfood wolffia into protein drinks and flavour enhancers, tapping global demand for convenient, healthy foods
UAE government survey flags high salt, low vitamin D in local diets
New UAE data has shown excess salt consumption and poor vitamin D levels, findings set to guide national reformulation and health initiatives
3 must-watch emerging food & drink categories for growth in 2026
Amid the many uncertainties and changes seen by the food industry, we believe these three emerging categories have the potential to drive major change in the coming year
India focus: Here are our Top 10 India stories from the past year
From Modi’s anti-obesity campaign to regulatory news and start-up innovations, we feature the top 10 most-read India stories from the past year
Top 5 trends shaping healthy dairy snacking
From cheese bites to RTD beverages, dairy is primed for success in the healthy snacking space
聚焦澳新：兰特黎斯-恒天然收购风波、澳洲烘焙风潮等行业动态
本期关注兰特黎斯-恒天然收购风波、澳洲烘焙风潮等行业要闻。
聚焦印度：联合利华印度业务、本地超加工食品消费等行业动态
本期重点关注联合利华印度业务、本地超加工食品消费等行业动态。
品牌新动态：百事温室加速器、2025 十大品牌新闻、亚马逊等巨头动态
本期聚焦百事温室加速器亚太区获胜者、2025 年度十大品牌新闻，以及亚马逊等行业巨头的战略新动向。
聚焦日本：麒麟海外扩张、饮食相关健康风险等行业动态
本期重点关注麒麟集团海外布局、果蔬摄入不足带来的健康风险等内容。
聚焦中国：百事加码无糖市场、欧盟乳品面临关税、乡村经济提振举措等行业动态
本期涵盖中国消费趋势、贸易政策与乡村经济激励，从百事无糖新品到欧盟乳品关税，一览行业关键动向。
China Focus: PepsiCo’s zero-sugar push, tariffs on EU dairy, rural economy boost, and more
From PepsiCo’s zero-sugar push to tariffs hitting EU dairy, this edition examines China’s consumer trends, trade moves and rural economy initiatives
China taps tourism and e-commerce to boost rural tea and oranges
China promotes tea and navel oranges in its latest round of belt and road initiatives to boost rural economies in days leading up to the festive season
Mondelez, Uncle Saba’s: Nostalgia and mindfulness shaping snack trends
Sentimentality and health are increasingly influencing consumer snack choices, as they seek comfort, tradition and emotional connection in their purchases
Healthier Choices: PepsiCo zero-sugar, Korean citrus and more
PepsiCo zero-sugar, Korean citrus and more feature in this edition of Healthier Choices
Nippon focus: Our Top 10 Japan stories from the previous year
Here are our top 10 most popular stories from the Land of the Rising Sun, including big brand innovations, regulatory changes, regional food trade initiatives, and more
Canada eyes APAC plant-based growth in push to diversify non-US trade
Protein Industries Canada (PIC) and Singapore’s Nurasa are working to grow Canadian plant-based exports in APAC to diversify trade beyond the United States
PepsiCo doubles down on zero-sugar push with Disney cans in China
Pepsico launches zero-sugar beverages in limited edition Zootopia cans across China, after claiming victory over zero-sugar Coke in the 2025 Pepsi Challenge
ANZフォーカス： LactalisとFonterraの騒動、オーストラリアのベーカリー業界
LactalisとFonterraをめぐるドラマ、オーストラリアのベーカリー業界などが、今回のANZ Focusで取り上げられています
インドフォーカス：Unilever India、現地の超加工食品消費動向
Unilever India、現地の超加工食品消費動向などが今回のIndia Focusで取り上げられています。
トレンド トラッカー：無塩調味料、Mars WrigleyのZ世代戦略
無塩調味料、Mars WrigleyのZ世代戦略などを今回のTrend Trackerで取り上げています。
ブランニュー：PepsiCo GHAC、2025年トップ10ビッグブランドニュース、 Amazon
今回のBrand Newでは、PepsiCo GHAC、2025年トップ10ブランドニュース、Amazonなど、大手企業を特集しています。
ジャパン フォーカス：キリンのグローバル展開、食事関連健康リスク
今回はキリンの拡大計画、果物・野菜摂取不足に伴う健康リスクなどを取り上げています。
Japan Focus: Kirin’s global push, diet-linked health risks, and more
This edition features Kirin’s expansion plans, health risks linked to low fruit and vegetable intake, and more
Korean firm expands citrus products in Japan as wellness demand grows
Korean ingredients firm Suchang is expanding its citrus-based business into Japan, developing mandarin peel products to tap rising wellness demand
Packaging in focus: Our Top 10 Packaging stories from 2025
Here are our top 10 packaging stories featuring thermal strips on wine bottles, regulatory updates, sustainability challenges, and more
US, Thailand drive Kirin’s craft gin and shochu push
Kirin’s Mercian is expanding into the US and Thailand with craft gin and shochu, citing strong demand for Japanese spirits and growing interest in Japanese cuisine
ANZ focus: Our Top 10 ANZ stories from 2025
Here are our top 10 ANZ stories this year, with a spotlight on healthier and sustainable innovations, alternative proteins, regulatory updates, and more
Our top 10 most-read food and beverage industry stories from Dec 2025
Check out our top 10 most-read food and beverage industry stories from December 2025, including functional beer, upcycled ingredients, Food Tech 2.0 and more
China highlights: Our top 10 China stories from 2025
We highlight our top 10 most-read China stories from 2025, covering policy shifts, product innovation, and changing consumer demands
How affordable indulgence is driving APAC snack market
We explore how consumers are engaging in mindful spending and drawn to flavour innovations that balance taste and value