While Asia business took up less space on the show floor, presence was plentiful.
The China section – the largest of all three – housed numerous small firms, many specialising in traditional plant extracts and for some it was the first time at Vitafoods and others a returning visit to meet clients.
The India pavilion, while smaller in size, had some interesting companies exhibiting with a lot of herbal extracts on show. Korea’s dedicated space was filled with small firms showcasing ingredients very much positioned as ‘good-for-health’ and beauty, with native Ginseng a popular product.
FoodNavigator-Asia takes you on a quick snapshot tour of the three dedicated Asian business pavilions.