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Asia-Pacific Supplement Market Shifts: Kids' Dominance, Ageing Innovation, & Strategic Expansion

Asia-Pacific Supplement Market Shifts: Kids' Dominance, Ageing Innovation, & Strategic Expansion

29 Aug 2026

Indonesia's supplement market is heavily weighted towards paediatric products, driving a new strategic entry model, while Japan sees significant functional…

Suntory, Amway, Yuhan Care Drive Asia-Pacific Supplement Market with Personalised Nutrition, Gut Health, and E-commerce Expansion

Suntory, Amway, Yuhan Care Drive Asia-Pacific Supplement Market with Personalised Nutrition, Gut Health, and E-commerce Expansion

29 Aug 2026

Major supplement players are investing heavily in Asia-Pacific, focusing on personalised nutrition services via 3D printing, advanced gut microbiome R&D, and…

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Sabinsa Expands Retail Presence with New US Consumer Division & Six Product Launches

27 Aug 2026

Sabinsa Wellness, a new consumer goods division, officially launches six new retail-focused supplement products in the US, integrating America's Finest,…

Whey Protein Demand Soars 19.3% Amid GLP-1 Surge; Commodity Dairy Slumps

Whey Protein Demand Soars 19.3% Amid GLP-1 Surge; Commodity Dairy Slumps

27 Aug 2026

Arla Foods Ingredients reports a 19.3% revenue jump to €867 million in H1 2026, driven by higher whey protein prices and GLP-1 related nutrition demand,…

Whey Protein Scarcity Drives Ingredient Blending; Reformulation Complexity Rises

Whey Protein Scarcity Drives Ingredient Blending; Reformulation Complexity Rises

27 Aug 2026

Escalating demand for high-quality protein, particularly from GLP-1 drug users and 'proteinmaxxing' trends, is outstripping whey supply. Manufacturers face…

Asia-Pacific FY24 Supplement Performance Mixed: China Localisation Drives Growth

Asia-Pacific FY24 Supplement Performance Mixed: China Localisation Drives Growth

27 Aug 2026

Leading supplement and infant nutrition firms reported varied FY24 results across Asia-Pacific, with strategic localisation in China proving critical for…

Food Science Workforce Faces Critical Skills Gap in AI, Policy, Communication

Food Science Workforce Faces Critical Skills Gap in AI, Policy, Communication

26 Aug 2026

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) highlights an urgent need for food professionals with advanced skills in AI, regulatory literacy, systems thinking,…

Active Nutrition Demand Drives Multifunctional Formulation Challenges for Manufacturers

Active Nutrition Demand Drives Multifunctional Formulation Challenges for Manufacturers

25 Aug 2026

Consumer demand for convenient, multifunctional active nutrition products is intensifying, presenting formulators with complex flavour and stability hurdles…

Daewoong Targets Mass Market with KRW3,000 Supplements via Daiso Amid Pharmacy Pressure

Daewoong Targets Mass Market with KRW3,000 Supplements via Daiso Amid Pharmacy Pressure

25 Aug 2026

South Korean pharmaceutical giant Daewoong is challenging traditional supplement distribution by selling low-cost health functional foods in Daiso,…

Tufts Innovation Hub Accelerates Food-Tech Scale-Up: Implications for Novel Ingredient Development

Tufts Innovation Hub Accelerates Food-Tech Scale-Up: Implications for Novel Ingredient Development

19 Aug 2026

Tufts University's new 17,000 sq ft Innovation Hub for Food and Materials, opening fully in autumn 2026, offers critical scale-up and commercialisation…

Yili Targets China's Senior Nutrition Market with TCM-Infused, Flavour-Optimised Products

Yili Targets China's Senior Nutrition Market with TCM-Infused, Flavour-Optimised Products

17 Aug 2026

Yili Group is strategically advancing into China's senior nutrition market, leveraging Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and prioritising palatability to…

Haleon Accelerates Self-Care Innovation in APAC via Digital and Biotech Partnerships

Haleon Accelerates Self-Care Innovation in APAC via Digital and Biotech Partnerships

16 Aug 2026

Haleon is actively seeking partnerships with start-ups and research institutions across Asia-Pacific to advance digital self-assessment tools and…

AG1 Diversifies Beyond Greens Powder with Gummy Launch, Targets Broader LATAM Market

AG1 Diversifies Beyond Greens Powder with Gummy Launch, Targets Broader LATAM Market

16 Aug 2026

AG1 has launched its first non-powder format, Essential Gummies, marking a strategic pivot to diversify its product portfolio beyond its flagship greens powder…

EU Wegovy Oral Approval: GLP-1 Market Expansion Challenges Supplement Sector

EU Wegovy Oral Approval: GLP-1 Market Expansion Challenges Supplement Sector

14 Aug 2026

The European Commission's approval of oral semaglutide (Wegovy pill) on 15 July 2026 for obesity management will accelerate GLP-1 adoption, intensifying demand…

Bayer/Economist Report Identifies US$179bn Self-Care Opportunity for Supplements

Bayer/Economist Report Identifies US$179bn Self-Care Opportunity for Supplements

14 Aug 2026

A new report from Bayer and Economist Enterprise highlights the significant economic and health system benefits of integrated self-care, positioning…

Oobli CEO Highlights Sweet Protein Disruption Amidst Sugar Reduction Mandates

Oobli CEO Highlights Sweet Protein Disruption Amidst Sugar Reduction Mandates

14 Aug 2026

Oobli's CEO, Ali Wing, leverages deep commercial and tech experience to drive plant-based sweet protein innovation, positioning the firm for market leadership…

APAC Brands Expand: Haleon Replicates China VMS, Doctor's Best Targets Anti-Ageing

APAC Brands Expand: Haleon Replicates China VMS, Doctor's Best Targets Anti-Ageing

13 Aug 2026

Major supplement and functional beverage brands are strategically expanding across Asia-Pacific, leveraging localised market insights and targeted product…

El Niño Threatens Cocoa, Palm Oil, and Fish Oil Supplies; Price Hikes Expected through 2027

El Niño Threatens Cocoa, Palm Oil, and Fish Oil Supplies; Price Hikes Expected through 2027

11 Aug 2026

Strengthening El Niño conditions are set to compress margins and challenge supply continuity for critical supplement ingredients, including fish oil, cocoa,…

PeakBridge Identifies Nutricosmetics, GLP-1 Support, Women's Health as Key Investment Areas

PeakBridge Identifies Nutricosmetics, GLP-1 Support, Women's Health as Key Investment Areas

11 Aug 2026

Venture capital firm PeakBridge targets significant investment opportunities in nutricosmetics, GLP-1-related supplements, and women's health, driven by…

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MHRA Publishes 2026-27 Government Procurement Card Spending Data for Transparency

11 Aug 2026

The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has released its Government Procurement Card (GPC) spending data for April and May 2026,…

USDA Adds Watermelon Rind to FoodData Central, Unlocking New Product Formulations

USDA Adds Watermelon Rind to FoodData Central, Unlocking New Product Formulations

10 Aug 2026

The USDA's new official nutrient profile for watermelon rind provides an opportunity for US supplement and food manufacturers to innovate with a previously…

Acquisitions Signal Market Consolidation: P&G, Kirin, Lallemand Expand Supplement Portfolios

Acquisitions Signal Market Consolidation: P&G, Kirin, Lallemand Expand Supplement Portfolios

10 Aug 2026

Major strategic acquisitions by P&G, Kirin, and Lallemand indicate a significant industry consolidation and a push towards science-backed, personalised health…

SiS Acquires PhD Nutrition for £32m; Exercise Impacts Gut Microbiota

SiS Acquires PhD Nutrition for £32m; Exercise Impacts Gut Microbiota

9 Aug 2026

Science in Sport (SiS) has acquired PhD Nutrition for £32m, targeting international expansion, while new research confirms exercise influences gut microbiota,…

Hindustan Unilever Doubles Down on Horlicks, Boost for India Growth Amidst Market Caution

Hindustan Unilever Doubles Down on Horlicks, Boost for India Growth Amidst Market Caution

8 Aug 2026

Hindustan Unilever (HUL) is recommitting to its Horlicks and Boost nutrition drinks in India, targeting revitalisation and adult nutrition expansion despite…

Sports Nutrition Summit to Address Whey Pricing, Female Athlete Needs, and GLP-1 Impact

Sports Nutrition Summit to Address Whey Pricing, Female Athlete Needs, and GLP-1 Impact

8 Aug 2026

The upcoming Sports & Active Nutrition Summit in London will provide critical market insights on whey protein costs, female-specific product development, and…

Kirin expands LC-Plasma postbiotic into everyday beverages, targeting mainstream health

Kirin expands LC-Plasma postbiotic into everyday beverages, targeting mainstream health

7 Aug 2026

Kirin Holdings is integrating its proprietary LC-Plasma postbiotic into daily beverage and foodservice formats to mainstream functional health, amidst…

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Kirin Acquires Jamieson Wellness for C$2.5bn, Bolstering North American Presence

6 Aug 2026

Kirin Holdings' C$2.5 billion acquisition of Jamieson Wellness signals aggressive expansion into North America, creating new competitive pressures and…

Lallemand Expands Enzyme & Microbial Portfolio, Bolsters US Manufacturing

Lallemand Expands Enzyme & Microbial Portfolio, Bolsters US Manufacturing

6 Aug 2026

Lallemand's acquisition of US-based BIO-CAT Enzymes & Microbials strengthens its functional ingredient capabilities, particularly in enzymes and probiotics,…

Ahold Delhaize Q2: Private Label Exceeds 40%, Driving Ingredient Reformulation Demands

Ahold Delhaize Q2: Private Label Exceeds 40%, Driving Ingredient Reformulation Demands

5 Aug 2026

Ahold Delhaize's Q2 2026 results show private label food sales now surpass 40% penetration, signalling increased retailer control over product specifications…

ADM Q2: Flavours Drive Nutrition Growth, Strong Crushing Margins Boost Oilseeds

ADM Q2: Flavours Drive Nutrition Growth, Strong Crushing Margins Boost Oilseeds

5 Aug 2026

ADM reports robust Q2 2026 operating profit growth across all segments, with flavours significantly contributing to Nutrition segment's 51% increase. Strong…

Sweetener Systems Evolve for Clean Label, GLP-1 Market; Production Capacity Expands

Sweetener Systems Evolve for Clean Label, GLP-1 Market; Production Capacity Expands

5 Aug 2026

Suppliers shift focus to comprehensive sweetener systems addressing taste, texture, and regulatory compliance, with significant investments in bioconverted…

Maternal Supplement Brands Face Opportunity in Breastfeeding Support

Maternal Supplement Brands Face Opportunity in Breastfeeding Support

5 Aug 2026

A new Legendairy Milk survey reveals pervasive physical and emotional challenges among breastfeeding mothers, signalling a clear market gap for targeted…

Mango Ingredient Variability Challenges Supply Amidst Surging Demand

Mango Ingredient Variability Challenges Supply Amidst Surging Demand

5 Aug 2026

Rising demand for mango in functional and premium products challenges ingredient suppliers with inconsistent quality, fluctuating prices, and complex…

Ingredion Q2 Highlights Clean Label Growth, Acquisition Strategy Amid Core Ingredient Dip

Ingredion Q2 Highlights Clean Label Growth, Acquisition Strategy Amid Core Ingredient Dip

5 Aug 2026

Ingredion's Q2 2026 results reveal robust growth in its Texture & Healthful Solutions segment, up 7% in volume, contrasting with a 4% decline in traditional…

Leprino Dairy Targets Mainstream F&B with Advanced Protein Solutions

Leprino Dairy Targets Mainstream F&B with Advanced Protein Solutions

5 Aug 2026

Leprino Nutrition is expanding the application of high-purity micellar casein and microparticulated whey protein beyond sports nutrition, aiming for broader…

AI Integration Streamlines Supplement Formulation, Cuts R&D Lead Times by 50%

AI Integration Streamlines Supplement Formulation, Cuts R&D Lead Times by 50%

5 Aug 2026

Artificial intelligence is transitioning from conceptual to operational within supplement R&D, significantly accelerating ingredient selection and formulation…

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Lallemand Acquires BIO-CAT, Expands US Probiotic & Enzyme Manufacturing Capacity

4 Aug 2026

Lallemand Inc.'s acquisition of BIO-CAT Enzymes & Microbials boosts its US production footprint with two new facilities, enhancing probiotic and enzyme supply…

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P&G acquires Thorne for $3.8bn, signalling shift to performance-driven supplements

4 Aug 2026

Procter & Gamble's acquisition of Thorne for $3.8 billion underscores a strategic pivot towards science-backed, performance-oriented dietary supplements,…

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Poland's Growing Role in European Private Label Supplement Manufacturing

4 Aug 2026

Poland is increasingly recognised as a significant centre for private label dietary supplement manufacturing, presenting an alternative to established hubs…

Deputy First Minister John Swinney, opened the new Lyell Centre for Earth and Marine Science and Technology, which will be the Scottish headquarters for the British Geological Surv

Whey-to-Bioethanol Tech to Drive Up Protein Costs, Impacting Supplement Sector

3 Aug 2026

New Scottish research converting dairy whey into bioethanol threatens to elevate protein ingredient prices further, intensifying competition for raw material…

US Partnership Aims to Fast-Track Food & Health Ingredient Innovation

US Partnership Aims to Fast-Track Food & Health Ingredient Innovation

3 Aug 2026

A new strategic partnership between IIFH (UC Davis) and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory targets accelerating the development of next-generation food and…

Lecka Shifts to Premium Endurance Niche in SE Asia, Targeting 80-90g Carb/Hour Demand

Lecka Shifts to Premium Endurance Niche in SE Asia, Targeting 80-90g Carb/Hour Demand

3 Aug 2026

Singapore-headquartered sports nutrition brand Lecka is recalibrating its strategy to focus on the premium endurance sports market across Southeast Asia,…

Afyren Bio-Based Acids: Scaling Fermentation for Sustainable Food & Flavor Applications

Afyren Bio-Based Acids: Scaling Fermentation for Sustainable Food & Flavor Applications

2 Aug 2026

Afyren's bio-based organic acids offer a direct, sustainable replacement for fossil-derived equivalents in food and flavour, boasting a five-fold lower carbon…

MAHA Reformulation Drives Demand for Natural Colours, Protein; Whey Costs Impact Margins

MAHA Reformulation Drives Demand for Natural Colours, Protein; Whey Costs Impact Margins

2 Aug 2026

US reformulation initiatives are accelerating demand for natural ingredients, while rising whey prices compel ingredient suppliers to innovate protein…

DSM-Firmenich Shifts Focus: Health & Nutrition Growth Accelerates Amid Portfolio Streamlining

DSM-Firmenich Shifts Focus: Health & Nutrition Growth Accelerates Amid Portfolio Streamlining

1 Aug 2026

DSM-Firmenich's Q2 results show accelerated growth in Taste, Texture & Health, alongside a strategic divestment of its Animal Nutrition & Health division by…

Rubisco Protein Emerges as Whey Alternative Amidst Tight Supply & Cost Increases

Rubisco Protein Emerges as Whey Alternative Amidst Tight Supply & Cost Increases

1 Aug 2026

Alfalfa-derived Rubisco protein is gaining traction as a functional whey and egg alternative, offering manufacturers supply chain de-risking and potential cost…

Whey Protein Costs Drive UK Formulators to Clear Plant, Yeast, and Collagen Blends

Whey Protein Costs Drive UK Formulators to Clear Plant, Yeast, and Collagen Blends

1 Aug 2026

Escalating whey protein costs are compelling UK supplement manufacturers to reformulate with plant-based, yeast, and collagen alternatives. This shift impacts…

Symrise Q2: Savory & Natural Solutions Drive Growth, Cost Pressures Persist

Symrise Q2: Savory & Natural Solutions Drive Growth, Cost Pressures Persist

31 Jul 2026

Symrise's Q2 results show robust demand for savoury and natural food ingredients, accelerating organic sales growth despite macroeconomic headwinds. Brand…

Kerry Reports €3.3BN H1 Revenue, Emphasises Protein and Bio-Fermented Growth

Kerry Reports €3.3BN H1 Revenue, Emphasises Protein and Bio-Fermented Growth

30 Jul 2026

Kerry Group’s H1 2026 results reveal a €3.3 billion revenue, with significant growth driven by functional ingredients like protein, enzymes, and bio-fermented…

Danone Q2 Sales Up 4.2% on Demand for High-Protein Dairy and Specialised Nutrition

Danone Q2 Sales Up 4.2% on Demand for High-Protein Dairy and Specialised Nutrition

30 Jul 2026

Danone's robust Q2 2026 performance, with like-for-like sales growth of 4.2%, highlights sustained consumer demand for high-protein dairy and specialised…

Tate & Lyle Acquisition Moves Forward: Shareholder Approval Secured

Tate & Lyle Acquisition Moves Forward: Shareholder Approval Secured

30 Jul 2026

Tate & Lyle shareholders have approved Ingredion's £2.7 billion all-cash offer, advancing the creation of a unified speciality ingredient powerhouse.…

Indonesia's Palm Oil Export Controls to Ripple Through European Supplement Supply Chains

Indonesia's Palm Oil Export Controls to Ripple Through European Supplement Supply Chains

29 Jul 2026

Indonesia's centralised palm oil export strategy could significantly increase raw material costs and impact reformulation timelines for European supplement…

Dry4Good Expands Natural Ingredient Capacity Tenfold for European Clean Label Demand

Dry4Good Expands Natural Ingredient Capacity Tenfold for European Clean Label Demand

29 Jul 2026

Dry4Good has secured €5 million to increase its natural dried ingredient production tenfold, responding directly to escalating clean label demand and…

Blue Spirulina Adoption Grows in F&B; Supply, Stability, and Regulatory Challenges Persist

Blue Spirulina Adoption Grows in F&B; Supply, Stability, and Regulatory Challenges Persist

29 Jul 2026

Brands are increasingly adopting blue spirulina as a natural alternative to synthetic dyes, particularly in confectionery and frozen desserts, but supply chain…

India drives nutraceutical export expansion amid 13.6% market CAGR target

India drives nutraceutical export expansion amid 13.6% market CAGR target

28 Jul 2026

The Indian Ministry of Commerce & Industry targets significant export growth for its nutraceutical sector, leveraging traditional wellness and modern science…

Business Investment in Protein Diversification Rising; Policy Support Crucial for Scale

Business Investment in Protein Diversification Rising; Policy Support Crucial for Scale

28 Jul 2026

Supplement and food manufacturers are increasing investment in diversified protein sources, but regulatory alignment and stronger policy support are critical…

Dry Extrusion Advance for European Pulse Proteins Cuts Processing Costs

Dry Extrusion Advance for European Pulse Proteins Cuts Processing Costs

28 Jul 2026

Crespel & Deiters has industrialised a dry extrusion process for European-sourced pulses, eliminating wet processing and chemical use to produce…

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US-India Partnership to Enhance Botanical Ingredient Supply Chain Integrity

28 Jul 2026

A new collaboration between the US Organic & Natural Health Association (ONHA) and India's Shellac and Forest Products Export Promotion Council (SHEFEXIL) aims…

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Wellma Acquires Virun NutraBiosciences, Expanding CDMO Reach into US & Ireland

27 Jul 2026

Swedish CDMO Wellma has acquired US-based Virun NutraBiosciences, signalling strategic expansion into the US and Irish markets and integrating advanced…

Asia-Pacific brands innovate protein, infant nutrition, and RWE strategies

Asia-Pacific brands innovate protein, infant nutrition, and RWE strategies

26 Jul 2026

Japanese firms redefine protein formats, while Vietnamese and Korean companies expand market reach through patenting and partnerships in infant nutrition and…