Senior Minister of State Dr. Amy Khor visit

We had the pleasure of hosting Senior Minister of State Dr. Amy Khor at SIFBI, where she explored our R&D efforts and gained insights into how we drive food resilience and sustainability through ingredient innovation and nutrition tailored for Asian consumers.

During her visit, Dr. Khor participated in a tasting session that showcased how these innovations translate into exciting food prototypes. She sampled familiar local favourites, including plant-based ngoh hiang, gyoza, and high-protein tofu. Notably, the plant-based ngoh hiang replicated the protein profile of chicken through process optimisation and product development. She also discovered nutrient-dense alternatives like high-protein tofu and spreads, made possible by high-pressure processing technology, a widely used non-thermal food preservation method in the food industry. Additionally, Kikkoman showcased a plant-based meal kit — a nutritious yet palatable option that promotes healthy and sustainable eating.

Some company highlights at ’s FTIC included a tasting of ’s made from surplus bread, soy pulp, and spent grains, along with a citrus-infused drink from . This drink addresses sustainability challenges in citrus supply chains and sugar reduction, allowing consumers worldwide to continue enjoying their citrus juice experience. demonstrated how adding a small amount of their trademark lipids from naturally occurring sources transforms the taste and aroma of alternative proteins and dairy, making them more appealing to consumers.

This experience showcased the remarkable potential of food technology in creating sustainable and nutritious options. SIFBI remains committed to advancing the future of food through ingredient innovation, improving nutritional attributes, and scaling production through research. We look forward to continuing our role in shaping the food landscape alongside our sister government agencies , , and , as well as our industry partners, to achieve food resilience and positive impacts on economic and human health. Your contributions and commitment to food innovation are truly inspiring, and we're excited to continue building long-term partnerships toward a more sustainable and resilient future.

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