{"id":907786,"date":"2026-05-23T13:12:34","date_gmt":"2026-05-23T18:12:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/23\/our-top-10-most-read-fb-industry-news-from-march-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-05-23T13:12:34","modified_gmt":"2026-05-23T18:12:34","slug":"our-top-10-most-read-fb-industry-news-from-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/23\/our-top-10-most-read-fb-industry-news-from-march-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Our top 10 most-read F&B industry news from March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Check out FoodNavigator-Asia’s Top 10 stories from the last month<\/p>\n

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Check out our top 10 most-read food and beverage industry stories from March 2026, including the Iran conflict, tech-driven functional dairy, Indonesia non-halal food labels and more<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Iran Conflict: What does this mean for global food sector?<\/a><\/h2>\n

The ongoing tensions in Iran could disrupt supply routes and drive volatility across key food commodities such as rice and meat.<\/p>\n

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Education and investment will be crucial to increase the uptake of artificial intelligence tech in dairy (Tim Robberts\/Image: Getty Images \/ Tim Robberts)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Functional dairy booms as tech-driven innovation renew category potential<\/a><\/h2>\n

Tech driven innovation is growing the potential of functional dairy, repositioning the category as a strong player in the global functional foods space.<\/p>\n

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Indonesia to standardise non halal food labels with new regulations<\/a><\/h2>\n

New non halal labelling standards in Indonesia aim to streamline compliance in food firms and provide clearer information for consumers.<\/p>\n

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Japan study links eating rice to better weight control<\/a><\/h2>\n

A Japanese study suggests regular rice consumption is linked to better weight control in adults, challenging low-carb weight-loss narratives.<\/p>\n

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Recent studies found that food consumption can influence mental health. (miya227\/Image: Getty\/Miya227)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Food and mental health in China: 2026 trends that brands should watch<\/a><\/h2>\n

China\u2019s growing focus on mental wellness is shaping food trends, driving demand for fresh foods, dairy and lower-sugar options that balance health and indulgence.<\/p>\n

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Are GLP-1 drugs revolutionizing alcohol consumption: or simply exacerbating an existing shift? (Image: getty\/camacho9999)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Is Asia the next GLP-1 boom market and what it means for FB?<\/a><\/h2>\n

After a slow start, Asia\u2019s GLP\u20111 weight\u2011loss market is poised for explosive growth as China and India tackle obesity and food and drink brands race to become essential GLP\u20111 companions.<\/p>\n

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Yeo\u2019s targets smaller packs, global export markets to drive growth<\/a><\/h2>\n

Food and beverage major Yeo\u2019s is eyeing expanded growth via a focus on smaller pack sizes and a stronger global export push across the US and Europe.<\/p>\n

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UPFs linked to adult uric acid risk: China study<\/a><\/h2>\n

Adults under 60 found to eat more ultraprocessed foods (UPFs), putting them at risk of getting hyperuricemia (high uric acid), leading to gout and kidney diseases.<\/p>\n

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South Korea pushes mandatory GM labelling for processed foods<\/a><\/h2>\n

South Korea has drafted new local regulations to effectively mandate genetically modified (GM) labelling in common processed foods such as soy sauce and oils<\/p>\n

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Daesang showcased Jongga\u2019s traditional kimchi at SMTS 2026, highlighting growing interest in Korean fermented foods in Japan. (Image: Jongga)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Kimchi in Japan: Daesang taps fermented food demand for exports<\/a><\/h2>\n

South Korea\u2019s Daesang Corporation is targeting Japan\u2019s growing appetite for fermented foods as it expands exports of kimchi and gochujang.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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