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Defying economic headwinds, APAC alt protein investments soared in 2022
New analysis released today by the Good Food Institute APAC shows that investments into alternative protein companies in Asia Pacific rose substantially from 2021 to 2022 in all three pillars of alternative proteins: plant-based, fermentation, and cultivated.
“Cultivated meat” – APAC food startups get boost from historic agreement at Singapore International Agri-Food Week
More than 30 stakeholders inked an MOU agreeing on the “cultivated” terminology, which was then publicly revealed on stage during Singapore International Agri-Food Week.
Leading APAC Cellular Agriculture Stakeholders Announce Historic Agreement in Singapore
A wide range of terms has been used to describe food products grown directly from animal cells. But now, a regional consensus has finally been reached.
New research reveals what Asian consumers crave in alternative seafood
Seafood can now be made from plants and cultivated directly from animal cells—but will consumers bite?
First-of-its-kind Website Reveals All Singapore Government Funding Schemes Available to Global Alt Protein Startups
Singapore serves as a living laboratory for alternative proteins and launch pad for global climate and food security solutions.
China’s appetite for protein developed through fermentation grows, amid drive to boost demand for meat alternatives, net-zero goal
“It allows the nation to produce more food with fewer resources – the quintessential win-win,” says GFI APAC’s Mirte Gosker.
The Right Ingredient for the Right Product: Fats
Products that fail to authentically match the meaty flavours buyers expect won’t earn repeat customers.
How Governments Are Supporting Sustainable Protein Research in APAC
Governments are beginning to invest in alternative protein research to meet national policy goals.
Novel Food Regulations Around the World
A strong regulatory framework is critical to further advance the sector and maximise its potential to improve food security.
Is Lab-Grown Meat the Future of Food?
Would you eat cultivated meats grown in a lab from animal cells? Tatler explores whether they are really more sustainable and if they will find a permanent place on Asia’s chicest dining tables.