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AI Turning Conceptual Flavours Into Reality, But Trust Remains Imperative

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the food and beverage sector, turning abstract flavour concepts into tangible realities, however, &qu...

Frostkrone Food Group To Participate In FOODEX Japan

The Frostkrone Food Group is ramping up its continuously growing commitment to serving the Asian market by participating in this year’s FOODEX in Jap...

Japan's Kirin Agrees $1.2bn For Australian Vitamin Maker Blackmores

Japanese drinks giant Kirin Holdings Co Ltd has agreed a $1.2 billion buyout of Australian vitamin maker Blackmores Ltd, furthering a diversifica...

Suntory Beverage's First Female CEO Wants More Women Managers, Global Business

Suntory Beverage & Food Ltd's incoming CEO Makiko Ono, one of only a handful of women to lead a big Japanese company, wants to see more opportunities f...

Hotel Chocolat Profit Jumps 56% On Growing Brand Appeal

British chocolatier Hotel Chocolat has reported a 56% rise in first half profit as the appeal of its brand grew in its home market, the United States and J...

Nissin Hikes Price Of Cup Noodle In Japan

Student budgets in Japan may come under pressure after Cup Noodle became the latest target of price rises in the land of its birth.

Yakult Targets 550bn Yen In Sales As Part Of 2030 'Global Vision'

Japanese dairy firm Yakult has outlined its strategy for the remainder of the decade, targeting ¥550 billion (€4.16 billion) in consolidated sales...

Danone To Sell Remaining Stake In Japan's Yakult

Danone has announced plans to sell its remaining stake in Japanese probiotics firm Yakult, the company said in a statement. 'In accordance with its cont...