Paving the way for improvements to the quality and quantity of psyllium crops A team of scientists at the University of Adelaide in Australia have for the first time constructed the reference genome for the source of the popular fibre supplement, psyllium husk, which could boost supplies of the versatile[Read More…]
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Singapore-India partnership to develop cage-free eggs market in Asia
Global Food Partners and CFFRPPA team up for cage-free success in India Leading corporations, including Unilever, Nestle and Marriott, are committed to sourcing only cage-free eggs by 2025, and many have already begun to make the switch. To prepare for this growing demand, producers have begun to produce cage-free eggs.[Read More…]
New clean-label plant-based chicken launches in China
Made with proprietary extrusion technology that results in a rich fibrous structure Haofood, a startup with presence in China and Singapore, has announced its latest innovation- Carefree Pulled Chickless, a clean-label plant-based chicken that is available in China now. Clean-label products are made without extra added artificial additives, preservatives, thickeners, water retention agent, colourings,[Read More…]
Researchers at Australia & Korea reveal effects of mushrooms on brain function
Lion’s mane mushroom improved brain cell growth and memory in pre-clinical trials: Study Researchers from The University of Queensland in Australia, with collaborative efforts of researchers from the Republic of Korea’s Gachon University and Chungbuk National University, have discovered the active compound from an edible mushroom that boosts nerve growth and enhances memory.[Read More…]
Singapore-based startup Alchemy Foodtech offers low-sugar food option
Patented Alchemy Fibre technology platform allows quick innovations in carbohydrate and sugar reduced food solutions Alchemy Foodtech, a venture-backed, award-winning, Singapore-based carbohydrates and sugar reduction food technology startup has announce its expansion into sugar reduction solutions, which is now used in Subway’s most popular cookie island-wide. Launched across Singapore in February 2023, this new “born[Read More…]
Australian natural-health company Blackmores introduces ultra-refined BlackSeed Oil in India
There is very little access and awareness around what natural solutions to rely on and their availability Blackmores, Australia’s leading natural health company, has launched its first-ever Ultra Refined Black Seed Oil for consumers in India. The brand aims to empower every person in the world with a natural approach[Read More…]
Japan-based NEXT MEATS aims to distribute alternative meat products in EU in mid-2023
Continues to develop new products and grow business both in Japan and around the world, focusing on Southeast Asia NEXT MEATS, a Japanese subsidiary of NEXT MEATS Holdings, Inc.- a Tokyo based food-tech venture company which is the inventor of the newest Non-GMO soybean protein based alternative meats product named “Next Short Rib 2.0”, collaborated with the most prominent fresh[Read More…]
Bioweg and Ginkgo Bioworks to combat microplastic pollution with bio-based materials
Green alternatives to synthetic polymers being developed Bioweg, an innovative ‘Bio-innovation to Business’ German producer of highly functional and customizable bio-based materials, has partnered with Ginkgo Bioworks to announce a collaboration for optimising the production of bacterial cellulose and produce novel variants with improved performance to serve a variety of[Read More…]
Indian firm Reliance inks strategic partnership with Sri Lankan biscuit brand Maliban
Partnership to enable access to globally recognised product portfolio Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the FMCG arm and a wholly owned subsidiary of Indian firm Reliance Retail Ventures Limited (RRVL), has announced a strategic partnership with Sri Lanka headquartered Maliban Biscuit Manufactories. Maliban, a heritage brand and household name in[Read More…]
Singapore launches novel strawberry variety to ensure food security
Cutting-edge genomics technology behind this strawberry variety presents an opportunity to transform $12 trillion agriculture industry Singrow, a Singapore-based agri-genomics firm that has developed a proprietary genomics technology platform, has announced the launch of the world’s first climate-resilient strawberry variety. The novel strawberry variety is the first application of this transformative technology. The company is[Read More…]
