December 9, 2024 | Beverages

Starbucks launches Green Planet biodegradable, plant-based straws in Japan 

The new straw is made from Green Planet, a plant-based biodegradable biopolymer Starbucks has introduced new biodegradable, plant-based straws to stores in Japan, another important action in support of the…

December 9, 2024 | Beverages

Coca-Cola doubles down on single-use plastic in wake of stalled plastic treaty negotiations

The company is now aiming to increase the utilisation of recycled plastic to between 30 per cent and 35 per cent globally by 2035 The Coca-Cola Company, a prominent member…

December 6, 2024 | Awards

dsm-firmenich unveils winners of pioneering grant to advance gut health across Asia-Pacific 

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,…

December 5, 2024 | Company News

Use of AI should be declared on food and beverage labels, say consumers

In a survey commissioned by Ingredient Communications and conducted by SurveyGoo Most consumers believe that food and beverage manufacturers should declare if a product has been made with the assistance…

December 4, 2024 | Company News

Econo-Pak announces co-packing facility expansion

This investment reflects Econo Pak’s ongoing commitment to providing clients with flexible, scalable solutions in the rapidly evolving food packaging industry Econo-Pak, a leading contract food packaging and manufacturing company…

November 29, 2024 | Finance

ADB, APU Dairy sign $20 Mn loan to strengthen Mongolia’s dairy sector

The project will boost Mongolia’s dairy supply and strengthen its food security through domestic milk sourcing and domestic processing of dairy products The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and APU Dairy…

November 29, 2024 | Company News

Unilever completes £40Mn investment in UK food factory

This investment follows the completion of a second state-of-the-art factory and enhancements in digital capabilities To support the growth of Unilever’s food business in the UK, a £40 million investment…

November 28, 2024 | Company News

Silal signs Musataha agreement with KEZAD to launch innovative AgTech projects

To establish two cutting-edge AgTech initiatives in Al Ain Industrial City focused on sustainable farming and local food production Silal, Abu Dhabi’s leading agri-food and technology company, has signed a…

November 28, 2024 | Company News

Westfalia Fruit introduces laser etching on mangoes in Netherlands

The laser project was a collaboration between Westfalia’s capabilities in The Netherlands and Germany to ensure the fruit’s quality and shelf life were preserved Westfalia Fruit announces the launch of…

November 28, 2024 | China

Mengniu driving development of innovative HMO nutritional ingredients

Mengniu emerge as a pioneer in developing nutritional ingredients, particularly through groundbreaking advancements in HMO technology In August 2024, Synaura Biotechnology a subsidiary of China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited, received…