Cow-free dairy steps in amid Israel’s milk shortage
Israel’s dairy strike allows cow-free alternatives to take center stage at a pivotal moment for the industry
Archives for February 6, 2026
C-suite leaders sound alarm on food and beverage’s biggest risks
Executives warn rising costs, labour gaps and tech disruption are reshaping the industry’s future
Safety First: India alcohol rules, unhealthy food packaging and more
India alcohol rules, unhealthy food packaging and more feature in this edition of Safety First
Pet food growth: Strong potential in emerging markets
Due to rising incomes, more consumers around the world can afford pets
Opinion
Meat alternatives are too niche - plant-based can do so much more
Meat mimicry shows little sign of broad appeal, yet plant-based foods have opportunities beyond it
Japan Focus: Kirin’s growth plans, food allergen controls, ginger for wellness, and more
In this edition, we explore Kirin’s R&D strategies, Japan’s move to tighten food allergen controls, Okinawan ginger syrup for health, and more
Global beer consumption rises on growth in India, Russia and Thailand – Kirin
Beer consumption increased a marginal 0.5% globally, narrowly avoiding decline thanks to sharp gains in key emerging markets, according to Kirin
Balanced meals may matter more than protein alone: Japan study
New data shows than balanced meals, rather than focusing on one nutrient such as protein, are more closely linked to kids’ healthier weight development
Ginger syrup taps food-as-medicine trend to expand Europe, Asia appeal
An Okinawa-based ginger syrup firm is expanding into Europe and Asia, betting on rising demand for traditional food-as-medicine solutions linked to health and beauty
Kirin doubling down on beer innovation and R&D to fuel global growth
Beer giant Kirin is ramping up focus on its beer and R&D businesses to drive international growth, boosting the use of new technology and localisation