{"id":11625,"date":"2024-11-01T14:55:08","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T07:55:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=11625"},"modified":"2024-11-01T14:55:08","modified_gmt":"2024-11-01T07:55:08","slug":"how-taiwan-is-innovating-to-nourish-east-asias-modern-consumers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=11625","title":{"rendered":"How Taiwan Is Innovating to Nourish East Asia&#8217;s Modern Consumers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">TAIPEI<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Nov. 1, 2024<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is unveiling several case studies showcasing how Taiwanese food makers are innovating to provide novel ready-to-go products that balance nutrition, sustainability, and flavor while ensuring exacting safety standards.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2544043\/Taiwanese_brands_are_crafting_snacks_that_blend_tradition__flavor__and_wellness.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2544043\/Taiwanese_brands_are_crafting_snacks_that_blend_tradition__flavor__and_wellness.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"Taiwanese brands are crafting snacks that blend tradition, flavor, and wellness\" alt=\"Taiwanese brands are crafting snacks that blend tradition, flavor, and wellness\" \/><\/a><br \/><span>Taiwanese brands are crafting snacks that blend tradition, flavor, and wellness<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><b>To explore partnerships with <span class=\"xn-location\">Taiwan&#8217;s<\/span> food innovators, please visit: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/innovation.taitra.org.tw\/en\/supplier-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/innovation.taitra.org.tw\/en\/supplier-list<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b>A growing impact on regional consumers<\/b><\/p>\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weforum.org\/agenda\/2023\/01\/consumer-power-net-zero-food-producer-retailer-davos23\/#:~:text=Forum%20Annual%20Meeting-,At%20least%2065%25%20of%20consumers%20want%20to%20make%20the%20right,nourishing%20the%20growing%20global%20population\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">World Economic Forum<\/a>, approximately 65% of consumers are striving to adopt healthier, more sustainable habits. In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/topics\/4820\/health-and-functional-foods-market-in-japan\/#topicOverview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span>,<\/a> the focus on health and functional foods is increasing as the population ages and national medical expenses rise, while in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/topics\/5246\/health-functional-food-in-south-korea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"xn-location\">South Korea<\/span><\/a>, longer working hours have impacted the health and wellbeing of working-age individuals. At the same time, food safety remains a top concern and the rise of dual-income households in both countries is leading to a growing demand for ready-to-eat meals.<\/p>\n<p>Amid these shifting consumer trends, Taiwanese food makers have recently benefitted from the growing familiarity with Taiwanese delicacies through bubble tea and pineapple cakes. Their food innovations are well-positioned to expand their global impact, helping consumers and regional food industry partners alike.<\/p>\n<p><b>Innovating for health and sustainability<\/b><\/p>\n<p>To cater to regional tastes, Taiwanese food makers are innovating in several ways:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Using inventive alternatives to increase nutrition and sustainability<\/b>: Given maple syrup&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maplefromcanada.co.uk\/maple-syrup-benefits\/is-maple-syrup-sustainable\/#:~:text=The%20extent%20to%20which%20carbon,than%20many%20other%20natural%20sweeteners\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">lower glycemic index and rich mineral content<\/a>, Taiwan YouGood Food Co., Ltd. has introduced it as a more sustainable sugar replacement in its Maple Syrup Pie and other products.<\/li>\n<li><b>Improving the nutritional profile of desserts<\/b>: Wanshen has incorporated white fungus into its pineapple cake with a touch of orange flavor, creating the best-selling Snow White Fungus Pastry. . This unique treat is popular for its polysaccharides and dietary fiber.<\/li>\n<li><b>Novel healthy seafood snacks<\/b>: <span class=\"xn-person\">Kuei Shan&#8217;s<\/span> Penghu Uncle brand has introduced mustard-flavored fish skin, which is rich in collagen and Omega-3.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Tailoring food products to busy lifestyles<\/b><\/p>\n<p>As dual-income households grow across the region, Taiwanese food makers are responding with innovative ready-to-eat foods. Taiwan YouGood has an Energy Bar for on-the-go sustenance, and WEI-I Foodstuff Co., Ltd.&#8217;s premium-grade fish floss and Wanshen&#8217;s Snow White Fungus Pastry serve as convenient snacks.<\/p>\n<p><b>Ensuring food safety<\/b><\/p>\n<p>By securing various international certifications, Taiwanese food enterprises ensure food safety is a top priority. For example, WEI-I has passed FSSC 22000, EU, and HACCP certifications for food safety, and <span class=\"xn-person\">Kuei Shan<\/span> has been certified under the ISO 22000, HACCP, and FSSC 22000 standards.<\/p>\n<p><b>A key partner worldwide<\/b>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Across consumer products, OEM, and ODM services, <span class=\"xn-location\">Taiwan&#8217;s<\/span> food industry has several advantages to offer:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Innovation capabilities<\/b>: Through high-tech production processes and access to high-quality ingredients<\/li>\n<li><b>Trustworthy and reliable<\/b>: Committed to partner success and confidentiality<\/li>\n<li><b>Customer-centric<\/b>: Flexibility and customization for specific needs\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><b>ESG:<\/b> Embrace sustainability in production and source materials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Helping international buyers access the best of <span class=\"xn-location\">Taiwan<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>When searching for a supplier or partner overseas, companies often struggle with finding a suitable company that is trustworthy and reliable, and then communication can pose additional challenges. To accelerate this process and foster impactful synergies, TAITRA serves as a resource and facilitates collaborating with the island&#8217;s most unique, forward-looking startups and enterprises.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The organization solves the pain points of international buyers with the following services:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Consultations on needs and matching services<\/li>\n<li>Extensive list of companies available online for free: <a href=\"https:\/\/innovation.taitra.org.tw\/en\/supplier-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/innovation.taitra.org.tw\/en\/supplier-list<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Pre-vetting and screening companies as reliable and trustworthy\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Facilitating communication and ensuring successful contact is made\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To ensure buyers collaborate with high-integrity businesses, TAITRA has established real-time, borderless services through a comprehensive trade network of over 60 overseas offices in more than 40 countries worldwide, and the organization holds cooperation agreements with over 500 international trade-related sister organizations.\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">  <\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><!-- wp:html --><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">TAIPEI<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Nov. 1, 2024<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is unveiling several case studies showcasing how Taiwanese food makers are innovating to provide novel ready-to-go products that balance nutrition, sustainability, and flavor while ensuring exacting safety standards.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2544043\/Taiwanese_brands_are_crafting_snacks_that_blend_tradition__flavor__and_wellness.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2544043\/Taiwanese_brands_are_crafting_snacks_that_blend_tradition__flavor__and_wellness.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"Taiwanese brands are crafting snacks that blend tradition, flavor, and wellness\" alt=\"Taiwanese brands are crafting snacks that blend tradition, flavor, and wellness\" \/><\/a><br \/><span>Taiwanese brands are crafting snacks that blend tradition, flavor, and wellness<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><b>To explore partnerships with <span class=\"xn-location\">Taiwan&#8217;s<\/span> food innovators, please visit: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/innovation.taitra.org.tw\/en\/supplier-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/innovation.taitra.org.tw\/en\/supplier-list<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b>A growing impact on regional consumers<\/b><\/p>\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weforum.org\/agenda\/2023\/01\/consumer-power-net-zero-food-producer-retailer-davos23\/#:~:text=Forum%20Annual%20Meeting-,At%20least%2065%25%20of%20consumers%20want%20to%20make%20the%20right,nourishing%20the%20growing%20global%20population\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">World Economic Forum<\/a>, approximately 65% of consumers are striving to adopt healthier, more sustainable habits. In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/topics\/4820\/health-and-functional-foods-market-in-japan\/#topicOverview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span>,<\/a> the focus on health and functional foods is increasing as the population ages and national medical expenses rise, while in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/topics\/5246\/health-functional-food-in-south-korea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"xn-location\">South Korea<\/span><\/a>, longer working hours have impacted the health and wellbeing of working-age individuals. At the same time, food safety remains a top concern and the rise of dual-income households in both countries is leading to a growing demand for ready-to-eat meals.<\/p>\n<p>Amid these shifting consumer trends, Taiwanese food makers have recently benefitted from the growing familiarity with Taiwanese delicacies through bubble tea and pineapple cakes. Their food innovations are well-positioned to expand their global impact, helping consumers and regional food industry partners alike.<\/p>\n<p><b>Innovating for health and sustainability<\/b><\/p>\n<p>To cater to regional tastes, Taiwanese food makers are innovating in several ways:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Using inventive alternatives to increase nutrition and sustainability<\/b>: Given maple syrup&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maplefromcanada.co.uk\/maple-syrup-benefits\/is-maple-syrup-sustainable\/#:~:text=The%20extent%20to%20which%20carbon,than%20many%20other%20natural%20sweeteners\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">lower glycemic index and rich mineral content<\/a>, Taiwan YouGood Food Co., Ltd. has introduced it as a more sustainable sugar replacement in its Maple Syrup Pie and other products.<\/li>\n<li><b>Improving the nutritional profile of desserts<\/b>: Wanshen has incorporated white fungus into its pineapple cake with a touch of orange flavor, creating the best-selling Snow White Fungus Pastry. . This unique treat is popular for its polysaccharides and dietary fiber.<\/li>\n<li><b>Novel healthy seafood snacks<\/b>: <span class=\"xn-person\">Kuei Shan&#8217;s<\/span> Penghu Uncle brand has introduced mustard-flavored fish skin, which is rich in collagen and Omega-3.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Tailoring food products to busy lifestyles<\/b><\/p>\n<p>As dual-income households grow across the region, Taiwanese food makers are responding with innovative ready-to-eat foods. Taiwan YouGood has an Energy Bar for on-the-go sustenance, and WEI-I Foodstuff Co., Ltd.&#8217;s premium-grade fish floss and Wanshen&#8217;s Snow White Fungus Pastry serve as convenient snacks.<\/p>\n<p><b>Ensuring food safety<\/b><\/p>\n<p>By securing various international certifications, Taiwanese food enterprises ensure food safety is a top priority. For example, WEI-I has passed FSSC 22000, EU, and HACCP certifications for food safety, and <span class=\"xn-person\">Kuei Shan<\/span> has been certified under the ISO 22000, HACCP, and FSSC 22000 standards.<\/p>\n<p><b>A key partner worldwide<\/b>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Across consumer products, OEM, and ODM services, <span class=\"xn-location\">Taiwan&#8217;s<\/span> food industry has several advantages to offer:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Innovation capabilities<\/b>: Through high-tech production processes and access to high-quality ingredients<\/li>\n<li><b>Trustworthy and reliable<\/b>: Committed to partner success and confidentiality<\/li>\n<li><b>Customer-centric<\/b>: Flexibility and customization for specific needs\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><b>ESG:<\/b> Embrace sustainability in production and source materials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Helping international buyers access the best of <span class=\"xn-location\">Taiwan<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>When searching for a supplier or partner overseas, companies often struggle with finding a suitable company that is trustworthy and reliable, and then communication can pose additional challenges. To accelerate this process and foster impactful synergies, TAITRA serves as a resource and facilitates collaborating with the island&#8217;s most unique, forward-looking startups and enterprises.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The organization solves the pain points of international buyers with the following services:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Consultations on needs and matching services<\/li>\n<li>Extensive list of companies available online for free: <a href=\"https:\/\/innovation.taitra.org.tw\/en\/supplier-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/innovation.taitra.org.tw\/en\/supplier-list<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Pre-vetting and screening companies as reliable and trustworthy\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Facilitating communication and ensuring successful contact is made\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To ensure buyers collaborate with high-integrity businesses, TAITRA has established real-time, borderless services through a comprehensive trade network of over 60 overseas offices in more than 40 countries worldwide, and the organization holds cooperation agreements with over 500 international trade-related sister organizations.\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">  <\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:html --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rop_custom_images_group":[],"rop_custom_messages_group":[],"rop_publish_now":"initial","rop_publish_now_accounts":[],"rop_publish_now_history":[],"rop_publish_now_status":"pending","footnotes":""},"categories":[5,7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11625","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cision-pr-newswire","category-cision-pr-newswire-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11625","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=11625"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11625\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=11625"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=11625"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=11625"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}