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Halal Forum 2025: A global lens on the future of halal at Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL

20 Jun 2025  Read: 3 min.
With the global demand for halal products continuing to rise the halal food sector is no longer just a niche market. The Halal Forum 2025—held during Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL—is an influential gathering for professionals navigating this fast-evolving space. Taking place in Kuala Lumpur, a recognised hub for halal expertise, the forum is…

3D printing in food processing: A niche innovation becoming a strategic tool

19 Jun 2025  Read: 2 min.
As food systems worldwide face mounting pressure to become more sustainable, efficient, and personalised, 3D food printing is gaining traction as a transformative solution within food processing. Once limited to design novelties and culinary experimentation, the technology is now evolving into a scalable tool with applications across industrial food production. In the broader context of…

Soft power on the plate: Pierre Raffard decodes gastrodiplomacy

18 Jun 2025  Read: 3 min.
Pierre Raffard has a PhD in geography from Paris-Sorbonne University. He is currently a lecturer, founder of the consulting firm Kereviz, and host of the TV program Voyage en cuisine. His research has focused on the political and geopolitical dimensions of food, nutrition policies, and cultural dynamics related to food. Mr Raffard recently participated in…

The Chinese agri-food market in 2025: A global power in transformation

17 Jun 2025  Read: 2 min.
Faced with rapidly changing food demand, China is opening its doors to more foreign products China has long been an agricultural powerhouse — feeding nearly 20% of the world’s population with less than 10% of the planet’s arable land. But in 2025, the country is navigating a major shift in how it consumes and sources…

Celebrating sushi’s past and future on International Sushi Day

16 Jun 2025  Read: 2 min.
Sushi, a symbol of Japanese culinary artistry, has a history as rich and nuanced as its flavours. From its humble origins as a preservation technique to today’s global obsession, sushi has continually evolved—and continues to do so with the help of innovative brands like King Konjac. The story of sushi begins over a thousand years…

Dates in demand: A staple fruit with year-round appeal

13 Jun 2025  Read: 2 min.
As Southeast Asia’s food and beverage sector continues to diversify and expand, Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL, held from 1-3 July this year at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur, is emerging as a key sourcing hub for high-value, culturally significant products. One product that's stealing the spotlight for a number of reasons, with deep roots in…

SIAL’s Dialogues de l’Alimentation: Food, diplomacy and innovation at the heart of global strategy

12 Jun 2025  Read: 3 min.
Held in Paris in June 2025, Les Dialogues de l’Alimentation du SIAL gathered leading voices from across the global food sector for a half-day of reflection and exchange. Organised by the SIAL Network, the event brought together institutional representatives, food professionals and experts to address challenges facing the agri-food industry. Among the speakers were Nicolas…

SIAL Paris 2026: A Fresh wave of organic and wellness innovation

11 Jun 2025  Read: 2 min.
As health and sustainability take centre stage in global food trends, the organic and wellness sector is quickly becoming one of the most dynamic parts of the industry and nowhere will that be more evident than at SIAL Paris 2026. Global sales reached an estimated $12,070 billion in 2022, and forecasts anticipate a 75% increase…

Bel Group and SIAL for Change inspire a more responsible food sector

10 Jun 2025  Read: 3 min.
At the 2024 edition of SIAL Paris, Bel Group was among the outstanding companies recognised by the jury at the SIAL for Change awards, affirming the French multinational’s position as a sustainability leader in the global food sector. Launched in partnership with CSR consultancy Hyssop, SIAL for Change is the first award competition of its…

SIAL Paris builds momentum at KeHE Holiday Show

09 Jun 2025  Read: 3 min.
SIAL Paris made a strategic appearance at the KeHE Holiday Show in Chicago on 11 and 12 June, seizing the opportunity to strengthen its relationship with KeHE Distributors and promote its latest buyer engagement initiatives — notably the SIAL Society, a new club dedicated to top buyers across the SIAL Network. Held annually, the KeHE…

Fuel for champions: The rise of self-care in food trends

06 Jun 2025  Read: 3 min.
Today, individual health and self-care are among the most powerful forces shaping the global food market. And for exhibitors, this opens exciting opportunities to showcase new products, connect with buyers, and tap into one of the fastest-growing segments of the industry. As the world’s top tennis players battle for victory at Roland Garros this June,…

The Rice Stuff Box: Innovation meets clean convenience

05 Jun 2025  Read: 4 min.
Combining bold global flavours, clean organic ingredients, and an innovative space-saving package, The Rice Stuff Box is gaining recognition, including a recent SIAL Innovation Packaging Award. In today's fast-paced world, finding a meal that is both quick to prepare and health-conscious can be a challenge. Floating Leaf Fine Foods addresses this need with its award-winning…

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