Private label holds 24% of U.S. aisle value as BJ’s cuts 20% of its SKUs, trimming from 7,500 to about 6,200 items, while Kroger expands SmartWay label.
U.S. import inflation drives food prices higher, with import prices up 7.0% year-over-year, impacting manufacturing and food costs.
Food manufacturing capacity utilization reaches five year low at 83.6% in 2026, down from 85.1% last year.
Singapore firms shift food production overseas to lower costs and improve supply chain resilience with value-chain fragmentation.
Jollibee brands dominate Philippines restaurant rankings in 2026 with top 3 spots by brand value, proving resilience and consumer demand strength.
Singapore’s DIGNIFIED program develops texture-modified foods for aging adults with chewing/swallowing challenges, backed by 200+ participant study.
GNT petitions FDA for safflower-based plant-based color approval, expanding natural food coloring options in the U.S. market.
MIXUE Malaysia upgrades cold chain logistics with flash-frozen ingredients at -35°C, training 1,000+ employees, and expanding West Malaysia coverage for fresher
Discover the 35,000 sq.ft Toppen Foodland in Johor Bahru, opening this December with 32 new dining concepts. A social dining hub for the Johor community.
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