This renewed partnership marks the next chapter in our fight against malnutrition dsm-firmenich, innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, and the UN World Food Programme (WFP), the largest humanitarian organisation addressing hunger, have expanded their strategic partnership to fight malnutrition, renewing it for three years through 2027. The collaboration now[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…]
Water for the future: Water Scape builds bridge between nature and business
Masatoshi Kawasaki, President and Representative Director of Water Scape As climate change, industrialisation, and population growth place increasing pressure on water resources around the world, the need for innovative solutions for water sustainability is more urgent than ever. In response to this challenge, Suntory Holdings has launched Water Scape Ltd.,[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…]
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…]
Potato Impact Partners invests in Philippines’ Coast 4C
With its diverse applications in yield-boosting biostimulants, methane-reducing animal feed, and marine habitat restoration, tropical red seaweed is on track to become a high-value, high-impact solution for food security and ocean health Potato Impact Partners (PIP) announced an investment in Coast 4C, a Philippine-based company building the world’s largest supply[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…]
Preclinical study shows combination of chicory-derived prebiotics and HMO for toddler gut health
The science-driven, ingredient-specific research, conducted in collaboration with leading academic partner ETH Zurich, focused on microbial composition and metabolic effects in early nutrition A new preclinical study, conducted by Pudenz et al., i demonstrates that combining chicory-derived inulin-type fructans with the human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) 2’-fucosyllactose (2’-FL) leads to additive, and even synergistic,[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…]
