From a burger slice to a $20bn industry: How China can stay stocked with cheese
What do McDonald’s, KFC and Pizza Hut have in common in China? It sounds like a simple question but the answer is quite surprising to most.
Archives for April 17, 2019
No synthetic and odour: Japanese firm launches odour-free red radish food colouring
Japanese ingredient firm San-Ei Gen F.F.I has launched a new ingredient – a red radish-derived food colouring that does not produce an off-flavour.
Staying alive: Indian firm eyes domestic growth and Aussie expansion with probiotic kefir products
Indian functional product firm MO's Superfoods is aiming for growth in India and Australia with its probiotic-enriched kefir products, but is first trying to overcome local cold-chain supply hurdles.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2019 open for entries — Meet the experts on the judging panel: Part 2
NutraIngredients-Asia's annual awards are open for entries, and here are the final six judges who will assess the submissions from the best and brightest manufacturers, suppliers and researchers in the region.
Bet on black goji? Berries a potential natural colourant for red, blue and purple - study
Black goji berries have been identified as a potential natural colourant source that is able to produce red, purple, and blue colours depending on the pH levels.
Sugar taxes, veganism and clean label driving innovation in the natural colours space – Chr. Hansen
Sugar taxes, the growing veganism trend and consumer demands for cleaner labels are propelling innovation in natural food colourings, according to Chr. Hansen.
Time to stop observing: How Australia can play catch-up in the plant-based protein space
A new report on the alternative proteins sector has identified experience, agriculture and branding as three of Australia’s key advantages to standing out in the global industry despite a sluggish start and stiff competition from the US, Asia and Europe.
‘Meaningless restrictions’: Japan continues to demand South Korean Fukushima food ban repeal after WTO decision
South Korea’s ban on seafood from Fukushima, Japan has been upheld by the World Trade Organisation (WTO) after a legal debate spanning several years, despite protests from Japan that the food products are ‘scientifically safe’.
Fruits for growth: Coca-Cola reinforces India focus with three more Minute Maid fruit-based drinks
Coca-Cola India has launched three more fruit-based products under the Minute Maid brand, amidst increasing focus being placed on health and wellness categories in the country.
‘Misguided’ criticism: Australian industry hits back at calls to make on-pack Health Star Rating system mandatory
The food and beverage industry in Australia is at odds with local health and consumer groups over calls by the latter to enforce usage of the Heath Stars Rating (HSR) System by food firms in the country as a mandatory requirement.