The NOLO industry is extremely strong in Australia and growing year by year The University of Adelaide in Australia will be home to the world’s first trial-scale research facility for no and low alcohol (NOLO) wine. The project has been supported with a $1.98 million investment from the Government of[Read More…]
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Informa Markets” bolsters cooperation, announcing the launches of the 30th “ProPak Asia 2023” and “FI Asia 2023
MICE market is expected to grow after the full-scale ease of COVID-19 restrictions, focusing on drawing over 50 percent foreign exhibitors of cutting-edge innovations Informa Markets Thailand announced the launches of two major events this year – “ProPak Asia 2023” on June 14–17, 2023, and “FI Asia 2023” (Food Ingredients[Read More…]
Singapore’s Nutri-Grade labelling influences consumers to make healthier choices: Study
Consumer choices in an experimental online grocery store indicate the likely impact of a new labelling system in Singapore Singapore’s new mandatory labelling system—called Nutri-Grade (NG)—is likely to encourage consumers to purchase beverages with lower sugar content, suggests a trial by researchers at Duke-NUS Medical School. Instituted by the Singapore[Read More…]
Japan’s Sea Vegetable Company unlocks applications of seaweed as food ingredient
Sea Vegetable has succeeded in crossing seaweed and fermentation to create seaweed kombucha Sea Vegetable Company, a startup culturing seaweed in Aki, Kochi Prefecture, Japan, has announced the launch of Re-seaweed brand and will release its product “Aonori Shoyu” (seaweed sauce) on March 20 simultaneously in Japan and overseas. Re-seaweed is the brand name of[Read More…]
Yakult introduces Nutri-Grade B drink in Singapore
The latest addition will be on shelves with a retail price of SG$ 3.70 per pack Yakult Singapore, a brand well-known for its premium probiotic cultured drinks, has launched its next biggest product, Yakult Gold. This new line of drinks catering to health-conscious consumers that are concerned about their sugar[Read More…]
Vinamilk proudly announced two of its products, Vinamilk Green Farm and Vinamilk 100% Organic
Vinamilk Green Farm and Vinamilk Organic have been awarded the prestigious Clean Label Project (CLP) certification from the U.S. The Clean Label Project (CLP) is a US-based non-profit organization conducting tests and evaluation of products with a series of strict criteria on residues of heavy metals, microplastics, as well as[Read More…]
Chula has researched and developed high-protein, gluten-free pasta noodles for gluten-intolerant health-lovers
Chulalongkorn University‘s Faculty of Science has researched and developed high-protein, gluten-free pasta noodles for gluten-intolerant health-lovers Noodle lovers, pasta is one popular item with its chewy yet soft texture and delicious taste. However, not everyone can fully enjoy pasta due to intolerance to gluten for some— a type of protein[Read More…]
Fiberstar, Inc. Launched New Organic Citrus Fibers for Food & Beverages
These new citrus fibers are in response to the increasing demand for natural, sustainable and organic food ingredients. Market drivers fueling the uptick in demand include a growth in consumer health and wellness initiatives, limited availability of hydrocolloids due to supply chain challenges and increased visibility of sustainable business practices.[Read More…]
Nestlé is investing over 100 million by 2030 in low-carbon logistics for its three international water brands
Nestlé’s international water brands will be able to reduce their total greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to Nestlé’s 2050 net zero commitment. This investment will focus on optimizing logistics routes and accelerating train transport, increasing the use of alternative fuels and transportation options, and testing innovative alternative transportation options. Most[Read More…]
Kerry enters licensing agreement for rice-derived postbiotic
Kerry, a world leader in taste and nutrition, has announced a new commercial agreement with Japan-based Kameda Seika to market and distribute the company’s rice-derived postbiotic exclusively in Americas and Europe across a range of applications. Kameda’s postbiotic Lactobacillus K-1 (Lactobacillus casei subsp, 327) has been scientifically proven to improve both[Read More…]