Surpassing a series of creative ideas from universities across Ho Chi Minh City, the YOCASH team excellently secured a ticket to the Finals of the "2026 New Product Development" Competition held on May 23, 2026. With a highly potential project and a convincing performance, the YOCASH team was honored to win the overall Second Prize.
The YOCASH team excellently receives the Second Prize at the
“2026 New Product Development” Competition
The "2026 New Product Development" Competition was organized by the Faculty of Chemical and Food Technology at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Engineering to encourage creativity, scientific research, and the application of specialized knowledge into practical food production and business operations. This is an academic playground for students majoring in Food Science and Technology and related fields, providing opportunities for them to develop highly applicable new product ideas that meet the requirements of food safety, commercial viability, and sustainable development.
Members of the YOCASH team alongside the exhibition booth for their product
“Cashew Red Bean Drinking Yogurt”
The YOCASH student group consists of members: Lai Huynh Kim Ngan, Dao Phong Duong, Nguyen Ngoc Tan, Nguyen Duy Thien Loc, and Tran Thi Tuyet Minh.
Participating in the competition, the YOCASH team introduced their product “Cashew Red Bean Drinking Yogurt” – a fermented beverage combining highly nutritious cashews and natural red beans. The product features a harmonious, rich, and creamy flavor that is easy to consume, while aligning with current healthy food consumption trends.
In addition to supplementing beneficial probiotics for the digestive system, the product also provides a source of plant-based protein, dietary fiber, and appropriate energy for various consumer groups. Using natural ingredients and a safe processing workflow, the product not only delivers nutritional value but also demonstrates creativity, practical applicability, and great development potential in the beverage market.
The Board of Judges evaluates the YOCASH team's product
The Second Prize achievement is a well-deserved recognition of the research efforts, creative spirit, and ability to apply specialized knowledge demonstrated by the YOCASH team members, serving as a great source of pride for the Faculty of Food Science and Technology.
The joy of the YOCASH team upon winning the Second Prize in the competition
Congratulations to the YOCASH team for this impressive milestone at the competition. Wishing you all the best as you continue to leverage your research and creative capabilities to achieve even greater success in your studies as well as upcoming academic activities.