Tianjin based food processing machine manufacturer, Saint Ngong Tat Machinery, is making preparations for market entry once sanctions against North Korea is lifted.
PepsiCo's response to Indofoods' withdrawal from the RSPO, F&N Malaysia's NPD focus, Danone's reentry to Indian dairy and more feature in this edition of Brand New.
Sales of semi-cooked dishes, pufferfishes, and gift boxes containing fresh products boomed in Tmall as the Chinese New Year (CNY) draws near, according to a consumer report.
UAE-based importer Truebell is offering at least seven new products to the country this year – including tea from the UK and probiotic beverages from Japan.
Singaporean start-up Alchemy Foodtech has moved its proprietary glycaemic index-lowering technology a step further with the opening of a dedicated laboratory, as well as new pilot partnerships with food manufacturers.
A New Zealand report has revealed that the country’s horticultural industry and food security could face increasing challenges if it intends to rely on vertical farming to replace crops lost to a lack of land post-urbanisation.
New packaging laws by FSSAI in India, Thailand's trans fat ban, Coca-Cola in China, Jamie Oliver's sugar tax video and more feature in this edition of Policy Picks.
Australian researchers have discovered a way to differentiate honey according to its geographical origin, hence tracing where it came from to prevent common honey adulteration issues.
Leading Aussie herbalist Gerald Quigley says he is not surprised that an estimated 95% of Australians do not eat the recommended portions of fruits and vegetables each day, but has argued that superfood fads are not the solution.
Halal ingredients, processed food, and ready-to-eat (RTE) foods are the top three opportunities that China’s halal food market present, according to the Singapore Malay Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SMCCI).
The Food Safety and Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) has announced new regulations prohibiting all food businesses in India from using ‘unsafe’ materials such as newspapers and recycled plastics to wrap food products.
A Malaysian-invented fruit sticker, called StixFresh, claims to prolong the shelf life and freshness of certain fruits by slowing ripening, as well as reduce microbe attacks.
Nestlé India has again assured consumers that its Maggi noodles are safe for consumption and do not contain lead, amid an ongoing lawsuit and a reputational crisis that stretches back to 2015.
Japanese food firms have a high understanding of food safety controls, however, most were following their own set of standards and were not familiar with international guidelines, Nigel Asai, HACCP Japan chief, told FoodNavigator-Asia.
JD.com and Mitsubishi Chemical have joined forces to launch what they deem the largest “plant factory” in China, which is based on hydroponic technology.
India’s food processing sector is only at 10% of its full potential, according to an expert at the World Bank who claims it is lagging behind other emerging markets.
Australia has launched a new action plan that looks to undertake the challenge of addressing non-tariff barriers to its export markets worldwide, especially with regard to food and beverage products.
From eco-packaging to plant-based proteins and yet more sugar reduction, we take a look at the five top trends that will shape the Asia Pacific food and beverage industry in 2019, with insights from some of the region’s biggest brands.
Amongst the boundless opportunities within the Asia Pacific food and beverage industry, we bring you three emerging markets that are showing significant potential for growth into 2019.
We look at the top 10 Middle East stories of 2018, featuring developments in major food brands, to the use of blockchain technology, and regulatory changes.
The Vietnamese food processing industry has experienced rapid growth over the past five years, and expects further expansion as it targets additional foreign investments.
A reward system is effective in motivating farmers to provide rice farming data, as seen in the case of Indonesian rural farmers, according to e-commerce giant Amazon.
The use of fortified rice will be mandatory in all midday meal schemes, and public nutrition programmes under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) in India by December 2019.
Demographic changes and the increasing health challenges seen in Saudi Arabia will provide new opportunities for food and beverage growth, but firms have been warned that brand loyalty may be a thing of the past.
New Zealand looks set to introduce a new national food standard for organic production next year, with the nation currently one of only two top 25 organic markets globally that does not have a mandatory regulation.
Dubai-based International Halal Accreditation Forum (IHAF) will exchange its knowledge, expertise and develop mechanisms for technical work with two other agencies, in order to promote the global halal trade.
The Allergen Control Group (ACG) – which owns the Gluten-Free Certification Program (GFCP) – is inviting applications from brand owners, retailers and manufacturers to participate in the development of the first internationally-recognized Plant-Based...
Lab tests have revealed that all 10 out of 10 brands of honey that were tested in India are in violation of Food Safety and Standards Authority (FSSAI) parameters.
Start small, think big: That’s the key advice for food firms and their suppliers which are seeking to digitise and automate their factories, according to Saudi food and beverage packaging firm Obeikan.
Food and beverage manufacturers should not only focus on product innovation to meet changing consumer demands, but also upgrade their production capabilities and adopt flexible arrangements.
Taiwanese food giant I-Mei Foods will purchase 150 tonnes of cabbage amidst the country’s cabbage glut in order to help local farmers and stabilise market prices.
Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has announced the drafting of the country’s Agro-Food 2.0 policy, in an attempt to accelerate the development of the country’s food sector up to 2030.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has denounced what it claims to be ‘irresponsible reporting’ on the safety and quality of food in the country.
RSPO Annual Roundtable Conference on Sustainable Palm Oil (RT16)
South East Asia and India still have a fair bit to do in order to catch up with the rest of the world in terms of palm oil sustainability, said an industry expert from the RSPO.
China’s home-grown brands took the top three spots for the most consumed food and beverage brands amongst Chinese families, research from Kantar Worldpanel has shown.
The Alibaba Group has teamed up with Malaysian durian supplier BEHO Fresh to sell Malaysia-sourced Musang King durians to China via e-commerce, on the back of soaring consumer demand for the ‘King of Fruits’.
New Zealand food manufacturers and producers will soon have to attach Country of Origin labels to their products, as this has officially been passed into law.
US President Donald Trump has claimed that farmers are set to benefit from its latest trade talks with China during the G20 Summit in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) has suspended the membership of one mill and four plantations belonging to Malaysian palm oil giant FGV, which supplies manufacturers including Nestle and Mars, due to labour rights abuses.
Food companies in Indonesia applying for halal certification need to understand the nuances of the process and pay attention to training, materials and product presentation to ensure success, said an auditor with the local halal certification authority.