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Proactive approach for detecting counterfeit alcohol could save lives
The laser technique developed by researchers at Adelaide University and the University of St Andrews spots toxic methanol in alcoholic spirits without opening the bottle. [ + ]
Why food manufacturing needs a digital backbone
The next chapter of Made in Australia will be defined not just by where products are made, but by how intelligently they are managed. [ + ]
Top 5 food products on the shelves in July
From fruity protein bars to Mediterranean-flavoured dips and Japanese tea-flavoured chocolate, here's a selection of some of the latest food product developments. [ + ]
Handling the protein powder boom: engineering solutions for powder processing
The protein-rich food trend is both commercially attractive and operationally demanding, with equipment required to handle a diverse range of powder ingredients. [ + ]
Prices are 'whey' up due to shifts in protein demand
Specialist ingredient distributor ACI Group says demand for protein is placing significant pressure on global ingredient markets, driving up whey protein costs. [ + ]
Six on the shelf: from reformulated Vegemite to award-winning dips
A spread reformulated for kids, together with indigenous-inspired baked goods, award-winning dips and other reimagined food products, have been hitting the supermarket shelves. [ + ]
SAVE FOOD Initiative award winners from interpack
The global winners of the inaugural SAVE FOOD Initiative global award competition were announced at interpack. [ + ]
From raw to rare sugar: low-cal sweetener under development
Designed to be suitable for bakery and soft drinks, the low-calorie sweetener is being developed by engineers at the UQ Biosustainability Hub. [ + ]
Keeping pace with changing appetites
GLP-1s are changing the long-term effects of appetite, so how can food innovations keep pace? [ + ]
The potential of AI technologies across the food supply chain
Flinders University researchers have worked with an international research team to provide an overview of the potential for AI-integrated sensor solutions across the food industry. [ + ]
Driving food safety through digital traceability and transparency
In today's highly competitive food industry, manufacturers face increasing pressure to deliver not only high-quality products but also full transparency, traceability and compliance with strict safety regulations. [ + ]
Mars expands local pet food production with new $112.6m facility now open
Producing around 290 million pouches annually, the so-called 'cat food kitchen' facility in Victoria will be powered by advanced manufacturing technology. [ + ]
Next wave in coffee brewing has large-scale potential
The 'ultrasonic espresso' process developed at UNSW Sydney uses soundwaves instead of hot water for a tasty brew with ready-to-drink sector potential. [ + ]
Safcol to build $80m food manufacturing facility in SA
Safcol Australia has broken ground at the site for its new purpose-built food manufacturing facility in Adelaide, which is set to double production capacity. [ + ]
