Local solutions key to safer, sustainable seafood in Asia
Asia’s seafood sector must adapt safety and sustainability measures to diverse local markets, say experts
Sustainability
Danone becomes the largest B Corp
The achievement gives Danone a competitive advantage over the likes of Nestlé and Unilever and is a boon for investor confidence
AI-powered, human-led kitchens redefine RTE vending in Asia
Singapore’s first AI vending machines cooking ready-to-eat (RTE) meals on demand, 24/7 are targeting global growth
Sustainability Snippets: Ajinomoto goals, Japan pricing and more
Ajinomoto goals, Japan pricing and more feature in this edition of Sustainability Snippets
5 trends powering sustainable ingredient innovation
As sustainable ingredients gain traction, we explore the trends driving their development
Vietnam’s Vinh Hoan meets convenience and wellness needs with pangasius
Vietnam’s Vinh Hoan is maximising pangasius fish commercial potential with a circular model supporting convenient nutrition and supplement innovation
What’s holding back alt-protein’s growth and how to fix it
We explore four key strategies to increase the appeal of alternative proteins
World’s biggest chocolate supplier makes move away from cocoa
Barry Callebaut explores cocoa alternatives amid rising costs and climate pressure
Sustainable pricing? Japan’s Fair Price Project shows food cost realities
Japan’s Fair Price Project urges consumer empathy and awareness as food producers face rising costs, in hopes of ensuring food supply sustainability
Tetra Pak taps APAC plant-based trends to shape drinks and packaging
Barista oat drinks, fibre-rich soy, and functional carton formats are some of the ways to support healthier, convenient, and sustainable product launches
New trout brand taps UAE fishing roots, convenience demand for launch
Finnforel has launched sustainably farmed rainbow trout in UAE, tapping the country’s fishing heritage and demand for clean-label convenient nutrition
PepsiCo accelerator fuels food industry growth with real-world pilots
PepsiCo’s Greenhouse Accelerator (GHAC) APAC is driving agri-food innovation, with start-ups in the region piloting solutions alongside PepsiCo and key partners
Seafood Expo Asia 2025
Seafood sector pivots to Asia amid rising demand and US tariff woes
Asia’s seafood appetite offers growth as exporters diversify from US tariff-hit markets, experts say at Singapore Seafood expo
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
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
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
Opinion
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.
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
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
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
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
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
Leaf-powered protein: Leaft blazes new trail in APAC with Lacto Japan
Exclusive: New Zealand-based Leaft Foods partners with Lacto Japan to bring its leaf protein into staple categories such as bakery and dairy foods
Is food and drink failing the planet? Share your view now
The global food and drink industry’s biggest sustainability call to action has kicked off in the first month-long Sustainable September event
Bean-Free coffee brand Prefer adds ice cream, chocolate ranges
Singapore’s bean-free coffee pioneer Prefer expands into ice cream and chocolate, offering new plant-based treats powered by food tech innovation
Safety and nutrition: Boosting the appeal of upcycled foods
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
Global plastics treaty talks collapse
After years of negotiations, no global regulations to tackle plastic pollution have been agreed
Mottainai scales up okara-based tech, expands upcycled food portfolio
‘Sustainability alone is not enough’ – Food tech firm Mottainai ramps up commercial scale beyond okara-based meat
Planet, people, nutrition: Samyang’s three-pronged sustainability drive
Samyang Foods is ramping up its eco-friendly product development and nutrition-focused offerings as part of a broader sustainability strategy
Calling all start-ups: Global Food Tech Awards seeking future food leaders
Start-ups can now enter the APAC Heat of the Global Food Tech Awards 2025, showcasing innovations from AI to personalised nutrition, until September 30
聚焦澳新：AIFST、Brownes Dairy、便利与健康等
本期“聚焦澳新”包含 AIFST、Brownes Dairy、便利与健康等专题报道
可持续发展内容：正大食品、食品安全难题等
本期“可持续发展内容”包含正大食品、食品安全难题等专题报道
Start-up Spotlight: Cultured quail, Brazil nuts, Asian snacks, and more
Vow’s cultured quail, sustainable Brazil nuts, Kantin Lab’s Asian snacks, and more feature in this roundup
Could grapevines hold the key to creating biodegradable packaging?
Old grapevine canes could be converted into a plastic-like film that is stronger than traditional plastic and decomposes quickly
Vow eyes APAC growth with cultured quail candles and cocktails
With regulatory approval in Singapore and Australia, Vow is expanding its cultured meat business in APAC, debuting novel quail formats in both markets
サステナビリティ スニペッツ : CP Foods、食品安全の難問
今回のサステナビリティ スニペッツでは、CP Foods、食品安全の難問などを取り上げて います。
US biofuel proposal may tighten Asia’s soy supply
A proposed biofuel blending hike in the US could disrupt global soy markets, leading to tightened supplies and higher prices across Asia’s food sectors
ThaiFex-Anuga Asia 2025
Coffogenic launches upcycled drink with cholesterol-lowering properties
A new award-winning functional beverage made from upcycled coffee cherries could open new doors for active cholesterol reduction and heart health
Uncle Saba’s Poppadoms: Building a global better-for-you snack brand
Uncle Saba’s Poppadoms has grown from its traditional roots to become a global snack brand sold in 25 countries - this is its story
Brazil nuts: Boosting health, forests, and livelihoods
Brazil nuts offer more than nutrition – they also protect rainforests and support local communities
India warns against ‘100%’ claims as global scrutiny grows
India’s food regulator says ‘100%’ claims can mislead, as scrutiny mounts worldwide over absolute language in food and sustainability marketing
CP Foods unveils four supply chain strategies to reach net zero by 2050
Thai conglomerate CP Foods unveils four sustainability strategies to achieve net zero goals by 2050
Why pulses may be key to a more sustainable food system
Here are three ways pulses meet the demands of future food systems – from health and affordability to environmental sustainability
Food safety vs sustainability: Will industry have to choose?
Age-old tensions between food safety and sustainability are coming to a head - and the final outcome will shape the future of the food industry
Mondelēz wants to delay EUDR, Nestlé doesn’t
The debate is heating up over whether Europe’s deforestation law should be delayed, again