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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
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Fi Asia 2025
At Fi Asia 2025 in Bangkok, four functional ingredients stood out as APAC consumers seek sustainable, traditional foods to support healthy lifestyles
APAC dairy demand is rising as consumers seek nutrient-rich snacks, while plant-based options offer sustainable, indulgent alternatives, experts say
As talks between the two parties fall through, one question looms large: will Julie Smolyansky’s leadership survive?
NECTAR to unveil consumer insights that may pave the way for mainstream adoption across Asia
In response to US reciprocal tariff rates, Thai Union is planning expansions of its overseas manufacturing sites such as Ghana and the United States
Exclusive: New Zealand-based Leaft Foods partners with Lacto Japan to bring its leaf protein into staple categories such as bakery and dairy foods
Japan’s Morus plans ASEAN and EU expansions for its silkworm protein powder, backed by new funding and growing functional food demand
Weak demand and falling ambient milk sales weigh on Chinese dairy giant Mengniu’s H1 results, highlighting pressures in the local dairy market
Vow cultured quail, Samyang plant-based and more feature in this edition of Alt Protein Watch
Food tech firm Mottainai made its soy-based meat with public health in mind – a tenet that guides its food safety and nutrition policy to build consumer trust
‘Sustainability alone is not enough’ – Food tech firm Mottainai ramps up commercial scale beyond okara-based meat
This edition explores China’s growing beef demand, SEA localisation strategies, Meiji’s protein push, and key trends in the nation’s food and nutrition market
Vow’s cultured quail, sustainable Brazil nuts, Kantin Lab’s Asian snacks, and more feature in this roundup
With regulatory approval in Singapore and Australia, Vow is expanding its cultured meat business in APAC, debuting novel quail formats in both markets
Tanmiah and McDonald’s look to improve Saudi Arabia poultry supply chains with a focus on bigger chickens and local sourcing
今回のサイエンス ショートでは、糖尿病有病率、WHO STEPs研究、ベジ・ナノセンサーなどを特集しています。
今回は、筋肉の成長と維持のためのタンパク質に関する明治の研究、味の素のプロテイン・アイスクリーム、日本のGM食品に対する意識の低さなどについて掘り下げています。
This edition delves into Meiji’s research into protein for muscle growth and maintenance, Ajinomoto’s protein ice cream, Japan’s low GM food awareness, and more
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Meiji has urged consumers to focus on protein consumption over exercise for muscle growth and maintenance, across all groups from seniors to athletes
Calcium and protein are the most used health supplements among China centenarians, according to a new study involving over 2,800 centenarians.
Ajinomoto has partnered Solein to create protein-enriched ice cream targeting consumers that value nutrition, health and sustainability in their indulgences
South Korea has seen a spike in food safety violations with the arrival of summer, highlighting concerns over contamination risks and inspection failures
Uncle Saba’s Poppadoms has grown from its traditional roots to become a global snack brand sold in 25 countries - this is its story
GROWTH ASIA SUMMIT 2025
Nestlé has revealed a focus on nutrient density in its reformulation efforts to meet market-specific food product demands
Oatly defends processed food, doubles down on coffee and pushes for the next wave of plant-based milk growth
Calming matcha latte, UPFs, high protein chocolate and more feature in this edition of Alt Protein Watch
From cheese lollipops for kids to flavoured cheddars for adults, Australia’s Brownes Dairy is hoping innovation will drive sales success in Asia.
High-protein chocolates look set to lead the next wave of innovation in the functional snacks category
South Korea saw over 20% growth in sugar-free innovation last year, highlighting new opportunities for global health-focused brands
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Tyson Foods has revamped its APAC strategy with a food safety focus to boost competitiveness amid global protein challenges
The deadline for submitting your entries for the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2025 has been extended by two weeks to June 30.
Food tech start-up Biokraft Foods unveils India’s first cultivated trout fillets as it pursues regulatory approval for its 3D-printed chicken.
Protein is popping up in everything. Which ingredients promise to further propel this powerful trend?
Seoul-based food tech firm Simple Planet hopes its blended B2B-B2C model, including cell-based and functional foods, can tap into the growing halal market in APAC and Middle East.
Cultivated meat may be touted as the future of protein for the masses, but reaching price parity is still top-of-mind for most players currently
CP Foods is confident its ongoing local production strategy will boost FY2025 sales even amidst ongoing uncertainties, after seeing a 642% surge in profits in Q1
Oat milk firm Oatbedient has grand ambitions for its clean label oat milk powders, citing health and younger consumer interest as major drivers.
The move signifies the blurring of the lines between alt dairy beverages and the growing alcohol moderation trend in APAC
Alternative proteins could help maintain food supply chain stability and affordability by being ‘less influenceable’ than conventional protein.
Tickets to our Growth Asia Summit 2025 will have a 15 per cent Mother’s Day discount starting from next Monday (May 12).
Future Food Asia (FFA) has unveiled the top 10 list of agrifoodtech start-ups vying for the US$100,000 FFA Award, with companies presenting new AI tech and healthier food alternatives dominating the final list.
Supply chain resilience and facility upgrades are at the heart of a new Japanese plan so modernise the dairy and beef sectors.
South Korea’s Koralo believes that alternative protein products need to offer superfood benefits to entice a new audience.
Hybrid products made from both animal and plant-based proteins have the potential to break out of the alt-protein space and play a broader role in addressing nutritional gaps.
Check out the keynote speakers featuring at this year’s Growth Asia Summit, including industry experts from Nestle, Mars, Blackmores, Swisse, Danone, TikTok, PepsiCo, LifeSpace and lots more!
The cage-free eggs sector in China has received a boost with the commitment from major retailer Ole Supermarket to transform its sourcing over the next decade.
The cultivated meat sector in Asia needs to adjust its marketing strategy beyond sustainability if it truly wishes to become a fixed part of the food supply chain.
Singapore start-up Altimate Nutrition has launched its cricket protein bars via both offline and online retail channels, while actively seeking distributors and expanding direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales.
Meatable, Kaiko, Everiday Foods and more feature in this edition of Alt Protein Watch.
Protein-enriched supplements improved lean body mass and reduced fat, leading to improved muscle health among older women, a new study reveals.