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News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology - Asia Pacific02-Aug-2022
TOP HEADLINES
Clear and present labels: Thailand mandates GMO declarations in latest food labelling regulatory update
The Thai government has announced several updates to the national food labelling regulations with food firms required to declare any use of genetically modified ingredients on food labels.... Read more
‘Transforming recycling’: New Zealand food sector pushes for clearer on-pack labelling
The New Zealand food and grocery sector says that clearer on-pack labelling denoting packaging recyclability is crucial if the government’s latest eco initiatives are to succeed.... Read more
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By partnering with the G20 Indonesia Summit, Yili is strengthening its commitment ‘to build a global health ecosystem’ while bringing ice cream brand Joyday to an international platform.... Read more
Fat of the land: Sime Darby zooms in on plant-based development and wellness products for edible oil portfolio innovation
Edible oils giant Sime Darby believes that the future of the oils and fats industry lies in product innovation for the plant-based and wellness sectors, and has upgraded its research and development to provide both industry and consumers with more of such options.... Read more
Alt Protein Watch: Sesame milk, insect protein, plant-based 'overengineering' and more feature in our round-up
Sesame milk, insect protein, plant-based 'overengineering' and more feature in this edition of Alt Protein Watch.... Read more
Personalised nutrition significantly improved BMI, waistlines in obese Chinese adults – Amway-funded RCT
Personalised nutrition intervention could be more beneficial than conventional methods in improving the health statuses of overweight and obese Chinese adults.... Read more
Colourful cooking for kids: Dumpling 100 aims to fulfil visual and nutritional appeal with MSG-free range
Australian dumpling specialist firm Dumpling 100 has launched a multicoloured, MSG-free children’s range, through which it aims to capture kids’ attention at mealtimes, as well as appealing to parents via its ingredients list.... Read more
What’s in a name? Why China’s hard seltzers market needs agreed category term to boom
China’s hard seltzers market needs to agree on a standardised name in Mandarin for the category before it can truly live up to its growth potential, even with the likes of Coca Cola, Suntory and Camus Cognac ploughing in resources.... Read more
COVID-19 and APAC's food and beverage sector: All our coronavirus news...in one place
Here's your constantly updated and comprehensive round-up of FoodNavigator-Asia's COVID-19 coverage.... Read more
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
Impossible Foods to reveal the tools for sustained plant-based success in APAC – Growth Asia Summit
The industry exec who has overseen Impossible Foods’ expansion across Singapore and the UAE will be shining the spotlight on the tools for sustained plant-based success in APAC at our forthcoming Growth Asia Summit in Singapore.... Read more
 â€˜Anything dairy can do, we can do too’: Could sesame milk be Asia’s mainstream milk alternative?
Sesame’s nutritional and sustainable properties could make it Asia’s best option for traditional milk replacement, despite it being a relative newcomer in region’s plant-based dairy alternative space, claims a Thai firm seeking to pioneer the sector.... Listen now
Cricket challenges: Can format innovation help Asia’s insect-based snack sector go global?
Thailand insect-based brand Cric-Co believes that there is a large potential market for insect-based snacks both within its home market and also in international ones, but it is vital that they are in formats that resonate with mainstream consumers.... Read more
More health, less sugar: Coca-Cola, Dole and Frucor Suntory on the beverage trends driving APAC growth
Consumers in the Asia Pacific region are placing increasing importance on healthier processing methods as well as sugar reduction when it comes to making non-alcoholic beverage purchases, according to experts from a raft of big name brands.... Read more
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Healthy beverage trends: from sparkling water to functional wellness shots (USA)
The beverage category is a hotbed of innovation, with brands increasingly adding functionality as well as fun to their beverages.
31-Mar-2022
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'Better-for-you' beverages: From functionality to sugar reduction (APAC)
From less sugar, to added functionality, and local ingredient innovation to limited editions, Asia's beverage industry is increasingly innovating and diversifying to deliver growth.
29-Mar-2022
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Plant-based protein in focus: from Pongamia to chickpeas (USA)
Plant-based proteins continue to dominate the so-called 'alternative protein' category.
24-Mar-2022
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Eat yourself well: Gut health and immunity (EMEA)
The microbes in our guts help maintain our immune systems and overall health. Awareness of this link continues to gain ground in the wake of COVID-19.
23-Mar-2022
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GLOBAL INDUSTRY NEWS
Walkers launches digital HFSS guide to navigate upcoming regulations
The popular PepsiCo brand has developed a digital guide to help retailers navigate the implications for the savoury snacks category when the UK’s HFSS legislation come into effect in October.... Read more
Health-conscious: 34.4% Japanese female nurses consume supplements – new data
A total of 34.4% of Japanese female nursing professionals regularly consume supplements, especially those who are older, non-obese or pregnant, new data has shown.... Read more
Scientists link ultra-processed food to increased dementia risk
People who eat the highest amounts of ultra-processed foods – including soft drinks, crisps and cookies – have a higher risk of developing dementia than those who eat the lowest amounts, new research suggests.... Read more
Brushing up: South Korean authorities considering hair health claims for functional foods
South Korean food and drug authority is planning to expand the current list of health claims under the health functional foods (HFF) system to include hair health.... Read more
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