An ingredients specialist shares insights on how to maintain the savoury depth of flavour in foods being reformulated to meet low-sodium targets. [ + ]

Researchers in Denmark have developed a two-step fermentation method that could transform how the food industry makes dairy-based yoghurt — reducing costs and extending shelf life. [ + ]

From on-the-go frozen snacks to ready-meals and gluten-free treats, here is a selection of six recent food products hitting the shelves in June [ + ]

Using milk protein and cellulose derived from plants, Penn State researchers have developed thin fibres that could hold potential for creating edible food packaging, and more. [ + ]

In line with this year's theme for World Food Safety Day (7 June), this op-ed explores how modern production lines are using science and technology to manage safety. [ + ]

Recognising that food classified as 'ultra-processed' can also be healthy, WISEcode has refined classification to focus more on food ingredients. [ + ]

Chemical engineers at UNSW Sydney have created a plant-based cheese that melts, stretches and browns under the grill — just like the real thing. [ + ]

A new white paper from Avery Dennison explores how innovative pressure-sensitive labels can help enable packaging circularity throughout the value chain. [ + ]

Industrial ransomware incidents are on the rise — with food and beverage manufacturing incidents among the highest in Q1 2025, according to latest analysis by Dragos. [ + ]

While there has been considerable focus on reducing packaging waste, it's important to recognise the benefits of reducing food waste through data-driven packaging design. [ + ]

Modernising food safety to incorporate global partnerships and artificial intelligence will be key to addressing food contamination challenges, a new study reveals. [ + ]

Cooking trends and social media sensations are having an influence on some of the new food product developments hitting the shelves in Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]

Cornell food scientists have developed a nutritious snack that is designed to be suitable for people with dysphagia and lactose intolerance. [ + ]

Concerns over health and freshness are keeping many shoppers from embracing frozen foods, a new UK study finds — which could be hard to fix. [ + ]

Food processors can deter fire-prone production conditions with testing to ensure safety and productivity. [ + ]