Archives for June 18, 2019

Consumer confusion reigns supreme as only five of 280+ ‘fake vinegar’ brands named by Philippines FDA

The Philippines Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has named five ‘fake vinegar’ brands following continued pressure by government officials and the public – but consumers are now demanding to know why the other 275+ have been kept confidential.

Diversifying in troubled times: Nestle India to go organic with multigrain cereal launch

Nestle India is looking to enter the country’s organic products market with its upcoming Ceregrow Organic Selection range of cereals.

Taxes galore: Pakistan to double sugar taxation as part of effort to secure IMF bailout funds

The Pakistani government will be doubling the country’s sugar tax to 17% as well as implementing a raft of other levies, as revealed in the country’s recent Federal Budget 2019-20 announcement.

Asia's Food Future: Industry 4.0

Connecting with consumers: The benefits - and dangers - of smart packaging for the F&B industry

Smart packaging is offering a whole host of ways for brands to inform, educate and entertain customers, but it isn’t without its pitfalls. That’s why in this edition of Asia’s Food Future: Industry 4.0, we look at the pros and cons of this emerging...

Indian Government launches aggressive anti-FMD campaign

An Indian Government initiative to eradicate foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) from the country, costing INR133.43bn (US$1.9bn), is expected to result in an increase in meat exports, according to experts.

Crazy for kefir? Indian start-up aims to 'redefine' probiotic consumption with fresh take on fermented beverage

Indian start-up Kefir Culture is aiming to improve public health and targeting local expansion with its own twist on kefir, a traditional fermented beverage known for its gut health benefits.