News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology09-Dec-2025
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Mastering taste challenges in good-for-you products
Mastering taste challenges in good-for-you products
It takes highly refined taste balancing to reduce salt and sugar or increase fiber, minerals and vitamins in good-for-you products, while keeping the great taste. Get it spot on with our mind blowing, natural taste balancing solutions... Learn more
TOP HEADLINES
Nudging Asia towards sustainability amid shifting regulatory rules
Creativity and functionality are key to driving eco-friendly packaging amid regulatory shifts in Asia... Read more
Fanta’s fractured formula – how sugar taxes and colour bans rewrite the recipe
Behind Fanta’s fizz lies Coca-Cola’s toughest challenge: keeping one brand iconic while navigating a maze of laws, tastes and taxes worldwide... Read more
ANZ Focus: Lactalis-Fonterra drama, Aussie bakeries and more
Lactalis-Fonterra drama, Aussie bakeries and more feature in this edition of ANZ Focus... Read more
Japan faces long-term health risks from low fruit, vege intake intake
Most Japanese adults are not meeting recommended fruit and vegetable needs, and new data indicates this issue will worsen in the long-term without intervention... Read more
Heart-healthy + salt-free: Aussie startup reinvents Asian condiments
Australian startup Heartful Flavours launches three salt-free Asian seasonings made from whole plant foods, complementing its heart-healthy meal packs... Read more
Growth Asia 2026: Download the Early Advance Agenda to get full info on our Singapore summit
Today we detail the key food, beverage and nutrition themes that will shape our Growth Asia Summit in Singapore in July.... Read more
Popping bobas: A cleaner spin on Taiwan’s global sensation
Taiwan’s Tachiz is reimagining the world-famous boba – from fruity to savoury fillings – to deliver indulgent yet healthier options for food and drink makers... Read more
Matcha under threat: A ‘victim of its own success’?
Lower quality matcha has been flooding markets. Could the popular ingredient fall out of favour?... Read more
Functional beer: The next wave in craft brewing innovation
From low-carb to probiotics, craft beers are going all out to create novel, functional options and attract a whole new set of conscious consumers... Read more
Kaya Rebel: Singapore brand bucks tradition with healthier fusion coconut jams
Kaya Rebel, a Singapore start-up, makes lower-sugar, higher-protein coconut jams infused with global flavours as it eyes growth in tourism retail... Read more
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Positive Nutrition Broadcast Series 2026
Positive Nutrition Broadcast Series 2026
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
3 crucial steps to harmonise halal standards across regions
Halal food trade faces challenges in regional, much less global, standardisation – experts outline three key steps to move toward a unified system... Read more
Ageing Asia: 3 expert food and nutrition takeaways for industry action
Experts at the Growth Asia Summit share 3 key insights to help food and nutrition firms tap into Asia’s burgeoning healthy ageing market... Read more
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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
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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
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10-Jun-2026
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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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Packaging and labelling
Packaging is no longer just about containment – it’s a key player in sustainability, consumer engagement and regulatory compliance.
23-Sep-2025
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Circular processing
From by-products to breakthroughs, this session explores how food and beverage manufacturers can reduce waste, lower emissions and unlock new revenue by rethinking how ingredients are sourced, processed and reused.
16-Sep-2025
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Smart Farming
Discover how agri-tech, data, and policy are reshaping how we grow, source and secure the world’s food.
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AWARDS
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Global Food Tech Awards 2026 now open for entries!
Global Food Tech Awards 2026 now open for entries!
Are you a F&B start-up ready to scale up? Then enter the Global Food Tech Awards 2026 and get recognised on a global stage! Entries for all regions are now open – enter by January 12 for the Americas heat. Good luck!... Learn more
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