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A split image showing a fava bean powder product and a traditional chocolate bar, representing the rise of cocoa-free alternatives in the Asian market.
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Cocoa-Free Alternatives Market Sees Multi-Billion Rise: Asia Leads

A new fava bean powder now recreates 90% of cocoa's key flavor compounds, threatening to upend an industry built on centuries of tradition.

Shira Golan·August 28, 2026
A lively market scene filled with diverse food products derived from upcycled ingredients, representing a sustainable and innovative food industry.
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Upcycled Food Market Surges, Projected for Strong Growth

Every year, 1.3 billion tons of perfectly good food are wasted globally, according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization. But a burgeoning industry is now turning what was once considered waste

Maya Patel·June 30, 2026