News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology08-Jan-2026
TOP HEADLINES
How affordable indulgence is driving APAC snack market
We explore how consumers are engaging in mindful spending and drawn to flavour innovations that balance taste and value... Read more
China highlights: Our top 10 China stories from 2025
We highlight our top 10 most-read China stories from 2025, covering policy shifts, product innovation, and changing consumer demands... Read more
The world’s top juice brands
Brands that combine flavor and function with attractive branding make for sweet and juicy success stories…... Read more
Our top 10 most-read food and beverage industry stories from Dec 2025
Check out our top 10 most-read food and beverage industry stories from December 2025, including functional beer, upcycled ingredients, Food Tech 2.0 and more... Read more
5 key APAC food & beverage trends to watch in 2026
We take a look at five of the most crucial APAC food & beverage trends redefining the industry in 2026, from localisation and AI driven-growth to new innovation directions... Read more
Start-up spotlight: Our Top 10 Start-up stories in 2025
Here are our top 10 start-up stories of 2025, spanning innovations from mood-boosting candies and bean-free coffee to cultivated seafood and novel protein ingredients... Read more
EU dairy hit by Chinese tariffs
EU dairy exporters face new border duties as China seeks to shield its domestic industry amid oversupply and falling prices... Read more
Hot Right Now: Vietnam regulations, 2025 top stories and more trending news
Vietnam regulations, 2025 top stories and more social media trending news feature in this edition of Hot Right Now... Read more
Ugly good food: Hong Kong firm blends upcycling with health and social benefits
Hong Kong-based not only powder (nop) upcycles unwanted fruit into snacks, supplements and personal care products using freeze-drying and a social co-creation model... Read more
Middle East focus: Our top 10 Middle East stories in 2025
We reveal the top 10 Middle East food and beverage stories of 2025, including Saudi Arabia’s rapid market evolution, rising regional manufacturing investment and changing consumer demand... Read more
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AWARDS
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Global Food Tech Awards 2026 – Enter now!
Global Food Tech Awards 2026 – Enter now!
Calling all food tech start-ups in the Americas! The deadline for the Global Food Tech Awards 2026 – Americas heat is approaching. Enter by January 12, 2026 for a chance to shine on a global stage!... Learn more
EDITOR'S CHOICE
Upcycled grape pomace - the next healthy ingredient for firms to watch?
Research from China has found upcycled grape pomace from winemaking can add antioxidants, fibre, colour and texture to foods, offering health and sustainability benefits... Read more
World’s top 30 food-tech companies revealed
From AI-powered ingredient discovery to zero-waste packaging and next-gen proteins, the top 30 global food-tech list showcases the game-changing technologies shaping the future of food... Read more
UPCOMING EDITORIAL WEBINARS
Healthy Snacking Trends
We explore what types of snacks - including categories, flavors, sizes, and nutritional profiles - modern shoppers want. We also look at what ingredients and diets are gaining traction, how marketing and merchandising is evolving and how brands and retailers are meeting these needs.
21-Jan-2026
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Global GLP-1 disruption
From soft dinks to alcohol, confectioney to snacks, we dissect the disuption and ask what’s next.
05-Feb-2026
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Functional ingredients on the health frontline
Join us as we examine where innovation is happening, which health outcomes are gaining traction, and how brands can balance efficacy, regulation and consumer tust.
19-Feb-2026
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The frontiers of functional dairy
This webinar explores the latest advances - from bioactive peptides and high-protein fomulations to probiotics, postbiotics, and immune-boosting ingredients.
05-Mar-2026
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Performance pet food
This session explores how ingredients like microbiome modulators, botanicals, and targeted vitamins are being used to suppot immunity, digestion, cognition, and overall vitality in pets.
31-Mar-2026
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Healthy ageing - nutrition for longevity and vitality
This session explores how nutrition can help maintain muscle mass, cognitive function, bone health and metabolic resilience.
07-May-2026
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Feeding the future with fibre
This session dives into the fibre renaissance, spotlighting novel sources, prebiotic innovations and formulation strategies that make fibre-ich products more appealing and effective.
10-Jun-2026
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ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
GLP-1 Next
From portion control to complete nutrition solutions, how can food makers rethink R&D to meet shifting consumer demands?
19-Nov-2025
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Unlocking Satiety
We explore the latest research on hunger regulation, nutrient timing, and the role of proteins, fibres and bioactive compounds in promoting fullness.
13-Nov-2025
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Fueling fun: Connecting with Esports enthusiasts and everyday gamers FTW
We explore how this market is growing, what screencentral consumers want, how stakeholders are responding and where there is untapped white space.
15-Oct-2025
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ONLINE EVENT
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Positive Nutrition Broadcast Series 2026
Positive Nutrition Broadcast Series 2026
Join us for our world-leading free broadcast series! The first broadcast titled “Healthy snacking trends” is coming up on Jan 21. If you’re keen to learn what types of snacks modern shoppers want, how marketing is evolving and more, register today... Learn more
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