The Upcycle Revival Challenge 2024
The Upcycle Revival Challenge 2024 is organised by Singapore Food Manufacturers' Association (SFMA), Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG), Food Innovation & Resource Centre (FIRC) @ SP and sponsored by KH Roberts and FoodPlant.
The aim of the challenge is to promote sustainability and innovation in the food manufacturing sector, while creating more opportunities for test-bedding of new products. Additionally, the challenge hopes to expose young talent from different disciplines to the food industry.
It is a 6-month (March - August 2024) product development programme, where the participating companies team up with mentor and students from Singapore Polytechnic and underwent various training courses, picking up concepts and technical knowledge to create new upcycled food products for the companies, design the product packaging, and develop marketing strategies for the innovations.
The Upcycle Revival Challenge 2024 - Participants
Grand Winner
Company: Tan Seng Kee Foods Pte Ltd
Product: Krunch-Up
A crunchy, flavourful topping made from repurposed raw dough trimmings leftover from dumpling wrapper production. Offering authentic taste and convenience, it's perfect for adding to noodles or rice for added flavours. Packaged in a resealable shaker bottle, Krunch-Up toppings align with sustainability and waste reduction goals for a greener future.
Product Innovation Award
Company: Fish Soup Paradise Pte Ltd
Product: Billis Bites Sauce
The sauce is a blend of fragrant garlic and umami derived from ikan bilis (anchovy). Made using upcycled engraulidae (anchovy) from fish soup production, the sauce has a rich, flavourful and sweet taste with a bite to it. It is a very versatile product; you can spread it, dip it or even eat it as is!
Design Innovation Award
Company: The Soy Company Pte Ltd
Product: Crackles
Crackles is a cracker made from valorised okara (a by-product of soymilk production), provided by The Soy Company. Rich in dietary fibre, Crackles offers a healthier and more sustainable alternative to traditional junk foods like potato chips. Available in a variety of flavours, including seaweed, Crackles brings a tasty twist to snacking.
Company: Hara Soy Pte Ltd
Product: Fumi's Creamy Curry Seasoning Powder
Craving a comforting curry? Fumi's Creamy Curry Seasoning Powder makes it easy. Packed with nutrient-rich soy pulp, upcycled from the production of beancurd products, and with the use of bold spices, you get a delicious sauce, gravy, or dip in minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights or cosy family dinners, your taste buds—and the planet—will thank you.
Company: Kosmode Health Singapore Pte Ltd
Product: Valorice
Introducing Valorice, the perfect rice alternative for health-conscious individuals. Its fluffy, light texture and high-protein, high-fibre composition has a low glycemic index, ensuring no blood sugar spikes. Ideal for diabetics and those managing weight, Valorice is crafted from repurposed wheat bran, making it both nutritious and sustainable.
Company: Mycosortia Pte Ltd
Product: Nu-Cheese Sticks
Crispy and satisfying, these breaded cheese sticks are crafted from soy milk and enriched with FibProt, an upcycled okara by-product high in fibre. Dairy-free and ideal for various dietary preferences, they offer a delicious, crunchy bite for snacks or appetisers.
Company: Mycrocell Pte Ltd
Product: Chocolate Bliss
Indulge in the Chocolate Bliss chiffon cake, crafted from sustainable jackfruit seed flour. This light, airy delight combines rich chocolate flavour with healthfulness, offering a gluten-free treat that supports a greener planet. Savour the sweetness of sustainability with every bite!