The Nutrition Research Grant was established to further nutrition research in the Asia-Pacific region by providing funding support for research conducted in Asia-Pacific dsm-firmenich, innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, will award a total of €250,000 through its inaugural Nutrition Research Grant to five distinguished researchers from the Asia-Pacific region.[Read More…]
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Japan’s sake brewing adds to UNESCO Cultural Heritage list
This marks Japan’s 23rd entry on the Intangible Cultural Heritage list and the first since 2022 An intergovernmental committee of UNESCO has decided to register traditional Japanese sake brewing as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, according to Japan’s Cultural Affairs Agency on Thursday. This marks Japan’s 23rd entry on the Intangible[Read More…]
Thailand’s Tom Yum Kung soup earns UNESCO spotlight
Tom Yum Kung delivers a symphony of flavours—sweet, sour, savoury, spicy, creamy, and slightly bitter Thailand’s beloved sour and spicy soup, tom yum kung, has been officially added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This milestone highlights the global recognition of Thailand’s rich culinary heritage.[Read More…]
TNA’s industrial XR solution makes Industry 5.0 reality for food manufacturers
tna intelli-assistTM delivers 95% planning accuracy and reduces reworks down to zero As part of its drive to continue to bring innovative technology solutions to the food industry, TNA Solutions has launched an immersive, interactive digital service, the tna intelli-assistTM, to deliver high-impact projects with minimal risks – all while staying[Read More…]
From luxury to everyday treat: evolution and expansion of India’s ice cream market
The industry is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 15.16 per cent from 2023 to 2028, potentially reaching Rs 30,000 crore (approximately $3.6 billion) by 2028 India has a growing demand for quality ice cream products, particularly low-calorie options. As of 2022, the Indian[Read More…]
IFF unveils food and beverage innovations at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024
These innovations highlight IFF’s technical expertise and creativity in helping manufacturers create products with sensory appeal and functional health benefits, while also reducing costs IFF is set to unveil a series of groundbreaking food and beverage innovations at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, from 5-7 Nov., Dubai World Trade Center, Hall 8,[Read More…]
Singapore International Agri-Food Week 2024 to return in November
Themed ‘Scaling Innovation in Asia’s Agri-Food Systems’, SIAW 2024 comprises four constituent events: the Roundtable on Novel Food Regulations, the Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit, the Agri-Food Tech Expo Asia, and the Global Agri-Food Scientific Symposium The Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW) returns for its fourth edition from 18 to 22 November at Sands Expo &[Read More…]
Oman’s Mazoon Dairy receives FSSC 22000 V6 certification
The FSSC 22000 V6 certification is a globally recognised food safety management system issued by the Foundation for Food Safety Certification Mazoon Dairy, Oman’s top dairy producer, has announced that it has been awarded the prestigious FSSC 22000 V6 certification, a globally recognised food safety standard. This accomplishment signifies a[Read More…]
NVPC, ABR Holdings and SaladStop! organises GwP programme
More than 25 companies took part in the Grow with Purpose (GwP) programme to integrate Corporate Purpose into their strategy and business operations The inaugural Grow with Purpose (GwP) programme, organised by the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre (NVPC), in collaboration with ABR Holdings (parent company of Chilli Api and Swensen’s) and[Read More…]
Biomass Fermentation chosen central focus of MISTA’s second annual Growth Hack
Unique collaboration brings together 14 food-tech start-ups and 8 leading global food companies to innovate and co-create for the future of food MISTA, the world’s leading food innovation platform, and a Givaudan entity, has announced that Biomass Fermentation will be the theme of the 2024 MISTA Growth Hack. Additionally, 14 early-stage food-tech[Read More…]