Food and grocery industry marches past disaster
29 September, 2021The latest industry report by Australian Food and Grocery Council shows industry resilience during the difficulties of the pandemic and fires, reporting a 4% growth to almost $133 billion.
Evaluating food safety training programs
28 September, 2021 | Supplied by: Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance LimitedHundreds of thousands of people die preventable deaths from foodborne illness each year — changing how food safety is taught could lower that number.
Uncle Ben's relaunches in Australia as Ben's Original
27 September, 2021The microwaveable rice brand was renamed last year and the relaunch is more than just a new name and packaging change.
Mars Wrigley unwraps investment for its Ballarat factory
23 September, 2021The $30 million investment will see improvements to its current lines as well as the introduction of new ranges.
CSIRO applications now open for agrifood SMEs
22 September, 2021The CSIRO has opened applications to its program designed for SMEs who want to investigate their R&D opportunities in the agrifood sector.
Plant-based milk on trend: oat milk is UK's favourite
20 September, 2021 | Supplied by: MintelOne in three Brits now drink plant-based milk with oat milk overtaking almond milk to become the nation's best selling vegan milk, according to Mintel research.
New guidelines on tap for influencers advertising alcohol
17 September, 2021The new guidance, endorsed by Alcohol Beverages Australia, sets out transparency and age-related recommendations for influencers.
Forbidden Foods scales up company with Blue Dinosaur buyout
16 September, 2021The millennial-focused snack company is being bought for $4 million, with growth expected to continue through the year.
Livestock processing facility to be built in South Australia
14 September, 2021 | Supplied by: Siemens LtdCirPro (Australia), formerly Pirie Meats, and Siemen sign MoU for the development of livestock processing facility that uses Industry 4.0 principles in its design.
Oterra to acquire Diana Food's colouring business
14 September, 2021 | Supplied by: Oterra Australia Pty LtdAfter changing name and making an acquisition in June, the company is looking to continue in its growth.
Coolest show in town
14 September, 2021The Anuga Frozen Food event will run from 9 to 13 October and is set to feature hundreds of international exhibitors.
AIP training on sustainable packaging guidelines
14 September, 2021 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingThe online training course is being held on 12 October and will cover the sustainable packaging guidelines and how to implement them in a business.
Australian start-ups take a byte out of the competition
13 September, 2021Eight Australian start-ups have been shortlisted in this year's FoodBytes! program.
AIP selects representative for Plastics Pact action group
09 September, 2021 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingThe Australian Institute of Packaging selected Dr Nicole Garofano to work with the Collective Action Group in a bid to increase plastic recycling and lower waste.
Eggscellent: most Australians view egg industry favourably
09 September, 2021A survey has found that most Australians think highly of the egg industry and are appreciative of its output in light of the pandemic.
