Babyyum Shines at the 4th Boao Health Food Science Conference, Defining New Heights for the Complementary Food Industry
Created on 03.24
Introduction
From March 11 to 15, 2026, the 4th Boao Health Food Science Conference (FHE2026) was grandly held in Hainan under the theme "Innovation Leading, Wisdom Converging on Health – Stepping into a New Stage of High-Quality Development." Chaired by Academician Chen Junshi and attended by senior officials from the National Health Commission, the conference stands as Asia’s most influential gathering for food science.
BabyYum, as the primary drafting unit for the group standard "Infant Complementary Food Meals" (T/CIFST014-2023), was invited to attend. At this national-level platform, BabyYum systematically unveiled its research achievements derived from "5 years of user insights + 3 years of technical breakthroughs" and proposed the industry-critical topic: "New Standards for Nutritional Transition at 8-18 Months."
[ The main stage with the conference backdrop, showcasing the scale and prestige of the event.]
Addressing Industry Pain Points: Industry Leaders Seek Breakthroughs
While China’s infant snack and complementary food market has grown steadily to nearly 62 billion RMB in 2025, it faces significant structural challenges. The critical transition period from milk to solid foods (8-18 months) lacks professional solutions, posing a major dilemma for millennial and Gen Z parents. Issues such as product homogenization, insufficient coverage for older infants, and a reliance on marketing over R&D urgently require scientific innovation and standard co-construction.
BabyYum deeply engaged in the "Infant Complementary Food" special forum, collaborating with national standard-setting experts and scholars to explore pathways for solving these industry-wide challenges.
[Audience and speakers during the specialized session, highlighting the focused discussion atmosphere.]
Key Voices: Anchoring New Directions for Nutritional Standards
During the forum, authoritative experts provided crucial guidance for the industry:
- Xu Jiao, Director of the Nutrition Center at the China National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment, stated: "Infant complementary food is a transitional food for adapting to a diversified balanced diet. It is vital for an infant's nutritional needs and physiological/psychological development."
- Han Junhua, Secretary-General of the Chinese Nutrition Society, emphasized: "The development potential of infant food is limitless. It not only supplements nutrition but plays a crucial role in chewing, sensory, and behavioral development."
Reports by other experts, including Qu Pengfeng (CNFSRA), Huang Jian (Chinese CDC), and Cai Weihong (National Center of Supervision & Inspection on Processed Food Quality), offered valuable insights for standard implementation.
BabyYum’s Spotlight Moments:
- Keynote Speech: Ms. Li Chao, Head of BabyYum Nutrition Research Institute, delivered a speech titled "From Red Ocean to Deep Blue: Scientific Innovation Driving China’s Complementary Food Industry." She revealed the brand’s journey in defining scientific standards, focusing on the nutritional gap for 8-18 month-olds, which resonated strongly with attendees.
- Roundtable Dialogue: Mr. Guo Baoping, Chairman of BabyYum, served as the sole corporate representative in the roundtable "High-Quality Development and Standard Needs for Complementary Food." Sharing the stage with top experts like Ding Gangqiang (Chinese CDC), he shared BabyYum’s transformation from a "standard implementer" to a "standard co-builder."
[Photos of key experts like Xu Jiao, Han Junhua, etc., delivering their speeches.]
[Mr. Guo Baoping speaking at the roundtable alongside national experts.]
Dual Drive of Research & Standards: Empowering the Industry
BabyYum has long adhered to a strategy driven by scientific research and standardization:
- Robust R&D: Joint laboratories established with Jiangnan University and others; mastery of 23 core technologies and dozens of patents.
- Rigorous Quality Control: As the primary drafter of group standards, BabyYum conducts over 300 product tests annually, investing more than 2 million RMB in testing. A dedicated traceability system allows consumers to scan codes for instant access to test reports.
- Innovative Products: Launching the world’s first Formula Porridge & Noodles, produced on China’s first infant-standard freeze-drying line. Using FD (Freeze-Drying) technology, it retains over 90% of nutrients, precisely matching the dietary and textural needs of babies at different stages. In recognition of its contributions to scientific innovation and industry leadership, BabyYum was honored with two prestigious awards at the conference:
🏆 "Innovative Health Technology Product Award"
🏆 "Science and Technology Progress Enterprise Award"
[The vibrant BabyYum booth displaying star products like Formula Porridge and Infant Yogurt.]
[A clear shot of the two trophies won by BabyYum, symbolizing industry recognition.]
Future Outlook: From Local Leadership to Global Stage
BabyYum’s prominent presence at the Boao Conference marks a strategic leap from "product-driven" to "standard + research-driven." In an era where many brands rely on packaging and traffic marketing, BabyYum remains committed to user insights, technical breakthroughs, and standard co-construction.
Moving forward, BabyYum will continue to deepen its infant feeding solutions, advocate for more sub-categories to enter national standards, and empower Chinese complementary food brands to step from local leadership onto the global stage.
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