Curtin researchers have developed eco-friendly films that can prolong the shelf life of fruits such as avocados and provide environmental benefits. [ + ]

Austrian researchers have developed a sustainable method to optimise storage of fruit and vegetables, thereby reducing harvest losses along the supply chain. [ + ]

Researchers have updated a century-old food testing method to provide a better understanding of the fluid dynamics associated with opaque liquids such as those used in gelled desserts. [ + ]

The GEA nitrogen freezer pilot plant takes a different approach to freezing live bacteria used in the production of probiotics and dairy products such as yoghurt. [ + ]

Scientists have uncovered the origins of one of the world's deadliest strain of cereal rust disease, which threatens global food security. [ + ]

Matthews Australasia has launched free online barcoding and labelling training tools designed to help manufacturers produce quality barcodes. [ + ]

Clarence Birdseye invented the quick-freezing method in 1924, which is still used today. But what are some of the current challenges for the frozen food industry? [ + ]

A re-usable sensor that takes just 5 minutes to test for contaminants in the milk supply chain has been developed by a team of European researchers. [ + ]

What constitutes a 'hyper-palatable' food, ie, one that we can't stop eating? A US study has provided a data-driven definition and revealed their prevalance. [ + ]

The Baxx Cold Plasma technology from Symetec is designed to eliminate airborne pathogens from food processing and packaging rooms. [ + ]

WHS Queensland is investigating after a young worker suffered serious hand injuries at a meat processing plant. [ + ]

Recent Listeria outbreaks in ice-cream have prompted the IDF to release new guidance on effective process monitoring, key to ensuring dairy safety. [ + ]

Advanced sensor technology can provide high-speed scanning with accurate, reliable and precise results for chocolate manufacturers. [ + ]

As collaborative robots become more prevalent in the manufacturing industry, many factors need to be considered before introducing them to the production line. [ + ]

Scientists have discovered a Medieval hybrid 'super' yeast and are using these insights to create novel beers that can be brewed in a sustainable way. [ + ]