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OMEGA-3 is increasingly acknowledged worldwide for its health benefits. Scientific research supports the benefits to cardiovascular and cognitive health, while other studies highlight advantages for the nervous system, vision, among others.   In 2023, the omega-3 supplements market in Asia Pacific reached a value of USD 637.28 million. It is forecast to expand at a CAGR of 9.70% during the period from 2024 to 2030, to reach USD 1,218.45 million by 2030, according to a report from Blueweave Consulting.     Among the companies that supply omega-3 ingredients to the APAC, Epax Norway AS stands at the forefront of innovation, drawing on its extensive heritage in fish oil production. The Norwegian company offers premium omega-3 concentrates, customizable into compact, user-friendly capsules to meet individual health needs and preferences.   Reaffirming its commitment to customers in Southeast Asia, the company took part in Vitafoods Asia 2024, which was h...

What can the F&B industry expect in the coming year? While the trends for 2025 are probably no longer surprising to you, let's still go back and have a look at what could be interesting -- or not. The versatility of dumplings The Whole Foods Market Trends Council says dumplings are on its trendy foods list.  Here's what it says: "Also known as pocket foods, they’re showing up in multiple aisles including frozen and shelf-stable single-serve formats. These products hit on a few trends — many are authentic to a founder's cultural roots and ripe for fusion and unexpected mash-ups, which have continued popularity both on TikTok and restaurant menus. Dumplings are long-standing staples in cuisines across the globe, making them a trend everyone can feel involved in and get excited about." Agreed, dumplings have never really gone out of trend, ever, but they're becoming more popular. It's because they're easy to cook and eat, they're satiating, and th...

DEMAND for probiotics in China is attracting many companies to enter the lucrative market. As an innovator in the field of microbiome, ADM offers a series of diversified health microbiome innovations covering digestive health, immune health, and metabolic health. Most of these were featured at the 2024 Asia Natural and Nutraceutical Products Exhibition (HNC 2024) under the theme of "Future Nutrition, Science Empowered". At this event, Ms. Helen Hu, President of ADM Health Business Unit Asia Pacific, talked about the current situation and challenges in the probiotics market and shared the future development strategy of the company.   Ms. Helen Hu, President of ADM Health Business Unit Asia Pacific Breakthrough products demonstrate ADM's strength in scientific research At HNC 2024, ADM launched the newly approved spore-based probiotic DE111, which is the first Bacillus subtilis strain approved by the National Health Commission of China. "DE111 exhibits shelf...

IN 2019, the Asia Pacific nutricosmetics market was valued at USD 3.1 million and is projected to experience a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 12% between 2020 and 2027. [i]     Nutricosmetics encompass nutritional supplements for beauty and personal care. These products or ingredients are intended for oral consumption, and can also be incorporated into functional foods and beverages.     Sustainability, credibility, efficacy and naturalness claims are currently trending in the Asian beauty-from-within sector  (Photo © Kitthanes Ratanasira Anan I Dreamstime)   There is growing demand among consumers for beauty-from-within concepts, notably among ageing populations in advanced economies. This demographic is actively seeking out such products to support their health and help maintain a youthful appearance. Older consumers are therefore recognised as a key driver for the expansion of the nutricosmetics sector. So, perhaps not surprisingly, in regions cha...

Indonesia is on the road to becoming a global economic powerhouse, with 2045 the year this is predicted to come to fruition. Looking forward to a robust performance in 2024,  the government expects about 5.2% economic growth rate in the coming years. The encouraging outlook is buoyed by progress in key non-oil and gas manufacturing industries, the  largest of which is food & beverage.   The F&B sector which accounts for the greater share of the CPG industry, accounted for 6.47% (USD20.78 billion) of GDP in the first quarter of 2023, the highest contributor based on recent reports from BPS Statistics.   The government’s reforms to move the CPG industry forward have attracted local and foreign manufacturers to expand and set up their production hubs in Indonesia. More local brands are gaining market share across the region. But as any company knows, challenges remain in sight.   To gain new perspective on this ever-growing industry, Ringier and S...

AS CONSUMER demands continue to rapidly evolve, China's food and beverage industry is experiencing unprecedented transformation. Innovations in healthy product formulations, eco-friendly packaging, rigorous safety testing and intelligent manufacturing processes are changing the industry landscape. This is apparent in the selection for the 2024 Food and Beverage Industry - Ringier Technology Innovation Awards.   The awards program which marks its 18 th  year, recognizes companies and their products that have made outstanding contributions to F&B and technologies, and encourages more companies to invest in technological innovation. This year, 82 products/technologies from 60 companies entered the final judging and votation for the following categories: Innovative Product of the Year (End Product) Food and Beverage Ingredients Food and Beverage Packaging Technology Food and Beverage Processing and Automation/Intelligent Manufacturing   The judging criteria were based on ...

The August issue of FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal explores the needs of SMEs which  make up most of the manufacturing industry in Southeast Asia. How can they improve their competitiveness in the midst of challenges? Quality management In terms of growing their business, for example, SMEs have very much to grasp, from understanding the importance of proper documentation to long-term planning. In the report, First urgent Total Quality Challenge to MSMEs in the Philippines , the author, Dr Miflora Gatchalian writes that SMEs do not know where to begin their quality development and improvement efforts, as well as on how to sustain these efforts. Her team has been collaborating with the Philippines’ Department of Science and Technology on how to assist SMEs. In the next issues of this magazine, she will be sharing more highlights about this collaboration. Are they ready to go smart? In solving many of their operational problems, investing in digital transformation is a route SMEs m...