Upcoming Events

Innovate to Elevate: U.S. Dairy Ingredient Formulation Opportunities for Food and Beverage Innovators (Webinar)

Date & Time: August 28, 2024 | 11 am (SG/PH), 10 am (TH/ID)

Location: Zoom

Dairy ingredients are known for having advantageous capabilities elevating the functional performance, nutritional profile and consumer appeal of wide-ranging food and beverage applications. With the U.S. dairy community offering an extensive portfolio of options such as whey and milk protein concentrates/isolates, dairy permeate and skim milk powder, selecting the optimal U.S. dairy ingredient for your formulation may seem daunting. 

Whether you’re looking to boost protein levels or reduce sodium content, seeking specific functional properties or simply to add that extra touch of deliciousness to your formulations, this webinar is tailored for you. Register now to reserve your spot.

Join USDEC’s food applications and innovation experts this August and discover how you can incorporate these various U.S. dairy ingredients to enhance formulations and innovation success. Participant benefit includes:

  • Better understand different U.S. dairy ingredients and the possibilities they offer.
  • Explore key functional characteristics across diverse applications.
  • See an in-kitchen demo showcasing how U.S. dairy proteins can be used beyond sports nutrition in everyday Southeast Asia-friendly innovations.
  • Learn how the U.S. Center for Dairy Excellence can support your innovation journey.

U.S. Dairy Supply & Innovation Seminar

Date & Time: September 2, 2024

Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jakarta – Diponegoro | Jakarta, Indonesia

Fi Asia is just the start of U.S. dairy ingredient learning and engagement opportunities in Jakarta, Indonesia. Happening on September 2nd, join us for a special full-day event featuring a packed line-up of speakers highlighting the demand and supply outlook, custom Southeast Asia consumer insights, and region-friendly F&B product formulation opportunities.  Register here to secure your seat at this exclusive seminar.

The full-day seminar will showcase the world-class supply capabilities of the U.S. dairy industry to the local trade and discuss the latest global dairy outlook and product trends driving worldwide demand for U.S. dairy ingredients. Topics include the future outlook for U.S. dairy production and exports and industry capacity investments to meet Indonesia and Southeast Asia’s demand for quality dairy ingredients. 

This event will also provide you a glimpse of the new prototype innovations to be featured at our Fi Asia booth, a deeper look at U.S. dairy protein advantages and insights into what drives Indonesia’s consumer habits and F&B trends, and a prime opportunity to connect with U.S. dairy suppliers ahead of the crowd.

Register here to secure your seat at this exclusive seminar.

Fi Asia Indonesia

Date & Time: September 4 - 6, 2024

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia

From September 4 – 6, the U.S. Dairy Export Council will showcase the supply advantages of U.S. dairy and its limitless potential for innovation opportunities to be integrated into local food applications at Booth D25 within the USA Pavilion.

Come meet us at the exhibition to discover the U.S. dairy farmers’ and processors’ sustainability achievements and ambitious future goals, and how their sustainably-produced U.S. dairy ingredients can be seamlessly combined with Southeast Asian flavors in irresistible products and dishes.

Step by the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) Booth D25 within the USA Pavilion  at Fi Asia Indonesia this September 4th to 6th and…

  • Discover how to formulate better-for-you snack recipes that strike the perfect balance between health and indulgence. 
  • Learn how natural, clean-label U.S. dairy ingredients can elevate every sip and bite, offering the complete package of nutrition, functionality and flavour.
  • Taste and experience innovative, guilt-free snacks designed to meet evolving consumer demands for smarter, healthier snacking.
 
Don’t forget to connect with exhibiting U.S. dairy suppliers and discover their dynamic dairy ingredients portfolio at these booths:
  • Agropur – Booth C42
  • Glanbia Nutritionals – Booth B1B25
  • Lactalis Ingredients – Booth L01
  • Milk Specialties Global – Booth C34
  • Pure Dairy 

Think USA Cheese Seminar

Date & Time: September 23, 2024 (ID) | September 27, 2024 (PH)

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia | Manila, Philippines

Mark your calendars this September and immerse yourself in a full-day seminar tailored exclusively for Indonesia- and Philippines-based manufacturers, food service industry, distributors and retailers dedicated to deepening their understanding and appreciation of USA Cheese.

A delicacy on its own and a game-changing ingredient in packaged food formulation and culinary recipes, it’s no surprise cheese is gaining popularity across Southeast Asia. Today, the United States is the world’s largest producer and exporter of cheese, with over 1,000 varieties that span a wide spectrum of varieties, types and styles.  

Dive into the world of USA Cheeses, where tradition meets innovation, and discover what the U.S. cheese industry has to offer, from its uniquely own American Original cheeses to award-winning specialty cheeses.

Here’s what awaits you at this exclusive full-day seminar:

  • Discover the remarkable evolution of the U.S. cheese industry and the unparalleled benefits of choosing USA Cheeses.
  • Gain valuable insights into global cheese market outlook and the driving forces behind Indonesian consumers’ growing appetite for cheese.
  • Taste the versatility of USA Cheese in Asian-inspired pairings curated by the esteemed Chef Vindex Tengker (for the Indonesia edition) and Chef Jill Sandique (for the Philippine edition).
  • Explore the usage opportunities for cheese in Indonesia and Philippines’ dynamic food and beverage scene from a culinary perspective.
  • Connect with leading U.S. cheese suppliers and discover their extensive dairy products available for export.


Kindly note the event date and venues for the various editions below. For more information and to register your interest, please visit the event’s dedicated webpage here.

Think USA Cheese Seminar in Indonesia
Tue, 23 September | 9:30 am – 6:00 pm | Grand Hyatt Jakarta – Grand Ballroom 1 and 2

Think USA Cheese Seminar in Philippines
Fri, 27 September | 9:30 am – 6:00 pm | Conrad Manila – Taft Ballroom