This vision quickly gained traction in Nestlé’s global Coffee R&D Accelerator In a bold move to redefine the home coffee experience, Nescafé has unveiled a game-changing innovation set to generate over 100 million Swiss francs in projected global annual sales: the Nescafé Espresso Concentrate. Developed through Nestlé’s cutting-edge Coffee R&D[Read More…]
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Danone expands global innovation capabilities with investment in Singapore Digital Lab
Danone will advance the delivery of science-based, consumer-centric innovations that are tailored to regional needs and scalable globally Danone announced a new phase of investment in Danone’s Digital Lab (D-Lab) in Singapore, reinforcing the company’s commitment to advancing digital health innovation and expanding its global research and innovation (R&I) footprint. [Read More…]
AFGC appoints Bernie Brookes AM as Chair
He is currently Chair of Direct Group (Innovations and TVSN), and Renuon Renewable Energy and has previously sat on the Boards of First Unity, Salvation Army Australia and Funtastic The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) announced the appointment of Bernie Brookes AM as Chair of its Board. Brookes brings[Read More…]
Towards harmonised food safety future: Asia-Pacific’s role in next-gen risk assessment
Prof. William Chen, Director of Singapore Future Ready Food Safety Hub Recognised as one of Asia’s leading voices in food innovation, Professor William Chen spearheads multiple national initiatives. He directs the Future Ready Food Safety Hub (FRESH) and the Singapore Agri-food Innovation Lab (SAIL), while also serving as the Michael[Read More…]
Future of frying: Healthier, cleaner and more sustainable oils
Prof. Marc Pignitter Cold-pressed oils are valued for their natural antioxidants and flavour. However, they can turn rancid quickly when heated, often before you can even serve a dish. In contrast, refined oils can withstand high temperatures but lose much of their nutritional value and contribute significantly to carbon emissions[Read More…]
A toast to transformation: Vinarchy’s roadmap to wine industry leadership
Sean Cunial, Regional Managing Director for Asia at Vinarchy In a significant development for the global wine industry, Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard have merged their wine assets to create Vinarchy. This bold new venture unites iconic brands such as Hardys, Campo Viejo, and Jacob’s Creek under a single identity.[Read More…]
Harnessing marine engineering for food security: Kawasaki’s aquaculture innovation
Atsushi Sano, Project Manager, Food Security Solution Project, Kawasaki Corporate Technology Division As climate change, overfishing, and rising global populations intensify pressure on traditional food systems, the spotlight is turning to sustainable aquaculture as a future-forward solution. Japan’s Kawasaki Heavy Industries, a company known for its engineering prowess in shipbuilding,[Read More…]
New Zealand and Indonesia sign halal cooperation arrangement
The Halal Cooperation Arrangement (HCA) supports ongoing collaboration between New Zealand and Indonesia on halal standards, certification, and product assurance, helping exporters meet requirements and streamline trade The Government has signed a new halal cooperation arrangement in Jakarta over the weekend to strengthen trade access to Indonesia and create new[Read More…]
Blue-green gold: Why seaweed is India’s next big bioeconomic bet
As part of a strategic national framework, the initiative aims to unlock the untapped potential of seaweed farming to drive economic growth, boost food security, and support the achievement of several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) India is poised to transform its vast coastline into a seaweed-powered blue economy, with the[Read More…]
Peanuts provide much-needed protein for GLP-1 users
Peanuts and peanut butter can be a key dietary element for GLP-1 users because peanuts contain significant amounts of protein, fibre and healthy fats Today, an increasing number of Americans are taking GLP-1 medications to combat obesity and type 2 diabetes, which are serious health issues. GLP-1s deliver several benefits, including reduced appetite, better weight[Read More…]
