Terms like ‘no additives’ are now banned to prevent misleading consumers China’s National Health Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation have introduced 50 new national food safety standards and updated nine existing ones, with a strong emphasis on labeling practices, food additives, hygiene, and regulatory oversight. These changes[Read More…]
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Angel Yeast unveils yeast protein for muscle gain
Yeast protein is a high-quality natural protein derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae (brewer’s yeast) In recognition of World Health Day 2025, themed “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” Angel Yeast, an innovation-driven global biotechnology brand, is championing inclusive health solutions that transcend gender, age, and geography. At the heart of this commitment is its breakthrough Yeast Protein,[Read More…]
DDC and Hewen launch JV to scale RTE meal business in China
The strategic partnership targets China’s booming ready-to-eat market, combining DDC’s innovative brands with Hewen’s production expertise DDC Enterprise, a leading multi-brand Asian consumer food company, announced a binding agreement to form a joint venture (JV) with Hewen Agricultural Technology Limited, a premium prepared-meal producer, to scale the delivery of ready-to-eat[Read More…]
China’s Luckin Coffee marks two years in Singapore
Luckin Coffee will open its doors at three new locations – Geneo, West Mall, and Compass One in April Luckin Coffee, China’s leading coffee chain, is raising its cups to an incredible milestone: two years in Singapore, with 60 stores and counting across the island. Since opening its first doors on 31 March 2023, the brand has rapidly captured[Read More…]
South Australia exports 400 tonnes of lobster to China
China’s demand for other seafood also increased in the year to January 2025, with tuna exports up 752 per cent to $9.3 million South Australia’s Southern Rock Lobster has been snapped up by Chinese consumers following the lifting of live lobster trade restrictions at the end of 2024. In the[Read More…]
Yum China appoints Adrian Ding as CFO
Adrian Ding joined the Company in March 2019 as Vice President of Corporate Finance and served as Chief Investment Officer from February 2020 to March 2025 Yum China Holdings announced that after a thorough search process, Adrian Ding has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer, effective on March 6, 2025. Adrian has been serving as Acting Chief[Read More…]
Taiwan’s Kavalan releases 15-year-old whisky
15 years single malt whisky’ is Kavalan’s first age-statement whisky Kavalan Distillery is launching its first-ever whisky with an age statement, matured in four unique casks: ex-Bourbon, Oloroso Sherry, Ruby Port, and Puncheon. The release marks a milestone in the journey of this Taiwanese distiller, which has broken boundaries not just by[Read More…]
Thai dried fruits gain popularity in China
Between January and October 2024, China imported more dried fruits from Thailand than from any other country, with imports valued at $125.64 million The demand for Thai dried and preserved fruits is increasing in China, creating new opportunities for export expansion and market penetration. Thai dried fruit products due to[Read More…]
Reborn Coffee and Eachome Shopping partner to expand coffee retail in China
This partnership enables Reborn Coffee to scale its retail presence by integrating with Eachome Shopping’s extensive online and offline platforms Reborn Coffee, a leader in the speciality coffee market, has partnered with Eachome Shopping, a major retail platform under Shenzhen Media Group, to expand its retail footprint across China. The[Read More…]
Nestlé acquires 40% stake in China’s confectionery manufacturer Xu Fuji
Nestlé formed a partnership with Xu Fuji in 2011, acquiring 60 per cent of Xu Fuji’s shares and providing technical and market support for the Xu Fuji brand series Nestlé China announced that it has reached an agreement with the Xu family to acquire the remaining 40 per cent stake[Read More…]
