Rice opportunity: India’s LT Foods targets Saudi convenience market
India-headquartered LT Foods says there is a huge opportunity for growth in Saudi Arabia’s convenience and ready-to-eat market.
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Suntory on APAC as key market for 2025 dual health essence and RTD drinks strategy
Suntory is eyeing the Asia Pacific region as a key market for its double-barrelled strategy focusing on health essences as well as ready-to-drink (RTD) products in 2025.
House of Pops eyes bigger B2B opportunities on the back of partnership with Emirates Bustanica
Dubai-based frozen desserts brand House of Pops has partnered with Emirates Bustanica to launch two new product ranges, a move that it believes would bring forth greater B2B opportunities.
Our top 10 most read APAC food and beverage industry stories from December 2024
Here’s a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories from December 2024, including Indonesia’s WTO submission, India as major edible oil destination in 2025, precision fermentation’s need to be ‘realistic’ and more.
Complex factors driving global public attitudes towards salt reduction: Multi-country study
Customised, culturally sensitive strategies are needed to reduce sodium intake globally due to significant variations in public attitudes toward salt reduction across seven diverse countries, according to a recent multi-country study.
Aleph Farms to tap Thai Union expertise for cultivated steak localisation post-regulatory approval
Aleph Farms has revealed plans to work with its local partners in Thailand, including Thai Union, to develop localised options of its cultivated beef steak, on the heels of its recent application for regulatory approval in the country.
Product affordability, versatility crucial for Indonesian food firms to stand out during economic adversity
Affordability and versatility need to be key NPD drivers in price sensitive markets such as Indonesia, according to industry experts.
Three emerging food and beverage categories to watch for major growth in 2025
With many companies both large and small within the Asia Pacific food and beverage sector on the lookout for new and innovative product strategies to stand out and attract consumers with added value amidst trying economic conditions, we believe these...
‘Don’t cook but do care': Japan’s Sankyo foods aims to spice up SEA trade
Seasonal spices to aid home cooking and fermented Japanese rice drinks are among the new products Sankyo Foods is introducing in Singapore via its Food Base brand.
Five major trends set to shape APAC food and beverage industry growth in 2025
We take a closer look at five of the top trends that look set to have a major impact on the growth of the Asia Pacific food and beverage industry in 2025, from affordability and accessibility taking centre stage, alternative protein rejigs,...
Sido Muncul on sugar reduction opportunities in Indonesia’s herbal product sector
Indonesian traditional herbal product brand Sido Muncul believes that now is the time to tap on the sugar reduction trend in the market.
The best of both worlds: Cross-selling strategy with coffee and tea maximises customer base – Santino
Rising demands for coffee and tea provide key ‘one-stop shop’ opportunities to cross-sell dual offerings for diverse tastes, according to beverage firm Santino.
Sake Samurai: Versatile brews with provenance appeal find favour in Asia
The allure of Japanese sake lies in its versatility and rich heritage - but selling it across wider Asia requires a whole different strategy.
Big news 2024: FoodNavigator-Asia’s Top 10 most-read stories this year
We bring to you our top 10 most viewed stories from the APAC food and beverage sector in 2024, featuring household names like Nestle’s coffee ambitions, India’s spice industry scandal, various regulatory updates throughout the region and more.
2024 Top Trends: This year’s top 10 APAC food and beverage industry trends stories
From alternative protein developments, increased sustainability-focused initiatives, sugar reduction mandates and more, we bring you the top 10 most-read trends stories from the food and beverage industry throughout 2024.
Value-for-money is key priority for tourists of all income levels visiting ASEAN
Value-for-money propositions have emerged as the key priority and attraction factor for the majority of tourist consumers visiting the South East Asian region regardless of their income brackets, according to data from a new Oxford Economics report.
Dairy opportunities in Asia abundant for foreseeable future – expert insights
There is a wealth of opportunities for the dairy sector in Asia to grow and innovate particularly China and South East Asia, say experts.
Regulatory review: Our 2024 Top 10 most-read APAC F&B regulation and policy stories
We reveal the top 10 most viewed regulation and policy stories from the food and beverage industry in 2024, featuring the EU Deforestation Regulation, Malaysia milk regulations, South Korea recycled PET approval and more.
APAC must overcome policy, behaviour gaps to meet nutrition goals – expert panel
The Asia Pacific region still needs to overcome major gaps in policy implementation and consumer behaviour management in order to meet ideal nutritional goals, according to an expert panel.
Brands in business: Our 2024 Top 10 most-read APAC food and beverage brands news
We reveal the top 10 most viewed brands stories from the APAC food and beverage sector in 2024, featuring well-known names like Nestle, Mondelez, PepsiCo and more.
Frequent fast food linked to higher depression, anxiety risk in young adults: HK study
Frequent consumption of certain fast food items may increase the risk of depressive and anxiety symptoms in young adults, say researchers in Hong Kong.
Sake simplified: Versatile time-based concept targeting new generation of Asia drinkers
An innovative time-based categorisation of sake combined with novel food pairings is finding its way to younger adults while preserving its authentic appeal for older consumers.
Specialty coffee in Asia needs convenience, transparency and uniqueness - Huggs
Singapore’s Huggs Coffee believes its route to success lies in a focus on key hallmarks of specialty brews that appeal to discerning, environmentally conscious consumers seeking coffee experiences that can be recreated at home.
Banana boundaries: Superskinny Brownie Thins eyes bigger portion of Thailand’s clean label and gluten-free snack markets
Thai-based Superskinny Brownie Thins believes that its clean label flourless brownies made with only five ingredients holds the key to success in the local healthy snacking market.
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HaruPlate to tap gaming and cultural triggers to get young children eating healthy
Singapore-based children’s food firm HaruPlate is looking to tap on mediums of gameplaying as well as cultural influences to get kids in the APAC region to first eat at all, then eat healthier.
South Korea launches 19 government-backed reduced-sodium and sugar products
The South Korean government has collaborated with industry to launch 19 reduced-sodium and sugar food and beverage products as it seeks to meet national targets.
Traditional Japanese shoyu maker expands soy sauce seasoning range for exports
Long-standing Japanese brand Nihonichi Shoyu has added a yuzu soy sauce and cheese flavoured seasoning powder to its product range for its initial batch of exports into the APAC market.
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“Frozen sleep”: Tomin Nama Sake re-ignites demand for traditional Japanese alcohol
A revolutionary process that preserves unpasteurised sake for year-round consumption could revitalise an industry facing competitive pressures from both domestic and international alternatives.
‘Curious and health conscious’: Desire for novelty and wellness drive interest in Japanese products – JETRO Singapore
As consumer demand for novelty and health-focused offerings continues to grow, Japanese brands are finding renewed optimism to bring authentic and innovative products into the Asia Pacific market.
Orange-fleshed sweet potato powder could improve vermicelli’s nutritional value: SE Asian study
Incorporating orange-fleshed sweet potato (OFSP) powder into the rice flour used to make vermicelli could improve its nutritional value, say researchers in Vietnam and Thailand.
a2 Milk taps on senior nutrition in a move to maximise China’s market potential
The a2 Milk Company is doubling down on its senior nutrition business in China as it explores different ways to maximise the market’s potential.
ASEAN Focus: Carlsberg Malaysia, Polish fruit exports, Ajinomoto in Indonesia and more
Carlsberg Malaysia, Polish fruit exports interest, Ajinomoto on Indonesia sodium and more feature in this edition of ASEAN Focus.
‘Kaizen’ in action: Indonesian nuts producer expands into jams and milk
Gunanusa Eramandiri, the Indonesian food company known for its Almonesia brand, is diversifying beyond its core nut offerings with the introduction of new products, including fruit jams and nut-based milk.
Asahi sales buoyed by rise in local beer demand and international Super Dry growth
Asahi Group Holdings (Asahi) has seen steady growth in the third quarter of 2024 buoyed by a rise in local Japanese demand for beer as well as international interest in its Super Dry product.
India’s nutra regulations: Inter-ministerial committee report receives mixed industry response
An inter-ministerial committee from India has put forth a list of recommendations on how nutraceuticals could be regulated, which has received mixed industry response, especially around disease risk reduction claims.
Lucky gods in a box: Tokyo confectioner eyes Asian expansion, taps on feel-good factor with iconic ‘baked dolls’
Japanese confectioner Tachibana Tenshinan hopes to meet on global demand for unique cultural foods, with its iconic ningyo-yaki as a star product that embodies good fortune, longevity, and happiness.
Japan candy company Kanro seeks to hit JPY50bn sales by 2030
The CEO of Japan’s biggest candy company, Kanro, has revealed how it hopes to drive sales to JPY50bn (US323m) by 2030.
Probiotics, botanicals dominating packaged foods
Recent research findings by Euromonitor International highlight the prominence of probiotic and botanical ingredients in packaged foods in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, which also underscores innovation opportunities for wider application and variation.
Carlsberg Malaysia banks on festive season to drive final quarter sales
Carlsberg Malaysia believes that the upcoming festive season as well as stronger economic growth will help to drive improved sales for the rest of 2024, despite a negative performance in Singapore in Q3.
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Life stages and dosage formats fuelling sleep support innovation
Supplements for sleep support are moving beyond melatonin or GABA pills designed for the general population, as companies place greater attention on insomnia and menopause, and designing non-pill products, such as meal replacement powders.
Oterra to boost Asia production, push ‘bold innovations’
Natural colours manufacturer Oterra is boosting its production capacity in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region while continuing to create “bold innovations” based on its latest survey findings.
South Korea RTE kimchi sales soar amid rising vegetable costs
Retail companies in South Korea are banking on the increasing demand for ready-to-eat (RTE) packaged kimchi that has resulted from the surge in cabbage prices and shifting consumer preferences.
Fusion focus: Italian food with a Japanese twist key for frozen food firm's SEA expansion
Japanese-based Italian food brand Amici is aiming to fuse the traditions of both cuisines as it seeks to exports frozen products to South East Asia.
Local sensibilities: CJ CheilJedang seeks to accelerate expansion in Thailand through new tempeh snack
South Korean food giant CJ CheilJedang has launched a range of tempeh chips pandering to local consumer preferences in Thailand, with the aim of spurring its growth in the market.
Traditional ties: Chinese firms tapping strong cultural heritage of lotus and beans to develop unique plant-based business focus
Chinese firms are looking beyond common plant-based ingredients such as soybeans and oats to develop their own take on the alternative proteins sector, based on much deeper traditional and cultural heritage.
Meiji expands snack range made with bitter-reducing, nutrient-retaining ‘cacao granules’
Meiji is launching a new product under its WELLCACAO range, which is made with the company’s proprietary cacao-based ingredient that claims to be less bitter and better retain nutrients such as polyphenols.
Trump’s tariff threat: China botanical extracts suppliers look to SEA to mitigate economic impact
There are plans among China botanical extracts suppliers to build operations in South East Asia in a bid to bypass potential tariffs hikes under the new Trump administration.
Fruity strategy: Polish government eyes South East Asia as next major export market for apples and aronia berries
The government of Poland has set its sights on South East Asia as the next major trade and exports market for its various food products, particularly apples and aronia berries.
Flavours and colours 2025: Personalised wellness and bold, fruity profiles set to shape food trends – ADM
ADM has identified four key trends that will influence the food and beverage industry, focusing on personalised wellness and bold, fruity flavours.