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Tetra Pak analysis of food supplements market across APAC
Tetra Pak has analysed the growing trend for protein-enriched beverages, fortified drinks and functional supplements across Asia Pacific. [ + ]
Using milk proteins to make bioplastics for food packaging
One of the biodegradable plastics being developed at Flinders University has potential as a non-antimicrobial film for sustainable food packaging applications. [ + ]
AI-powered robotic advances for chicken processing
This AI system 'learns' by imitating human movements to grasp a chicken carcass by the legs, lift and hang it on a shackle conveyor. [ + ]
Critical turning point for resilience using automation
Dematic says supply chain speed, resilience and agility — not headcount growth — will determine who wins market share. [ + ]
The F&B manufacturing workforce challenge is about predictability, not volume
For many food and beverage manufacturers, the real difficulty lies in aligning workforce planning with an inherently volatile operating environment. [ + ]
Managing the hygiene gap between cleans in cold-chain environments
Cold temperatures only slow microbial growth, they do not eliminate it, so complementary hygiene measures between scheduled cleans are in use at some cold-chain facilities. [ + ]
Processing method to lower oil in French fries
Researchers have explored a microwave frying method that could help food manufacturers modify production methods for making low-fat options that maintain crispiness. [ + ]
Reading Between the Lines: A Smarter Way to Verify Allergen Safety
Allergen management remains a priority consideration for food manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
Plenty Foods opens its nut powder processing facility in regional Queensland
The new facility is producing a range of nut powders with nutritional and functional advantages that are set to inspire manufacturers of sports drinks and snacks. [ + ]
Smarter liquid application in bakeries
How electrically controlled atomising nozzles are being used to reduce waste and improve consistency. [ + ]
Does cultured beef have fewer allergens?
A recent food safety study compared the potential allergen hazards in cultured beef cells with a regular steak. [ + ]
What's on trend for the packaging sector in 2026?
Jet Technologies' Daniel Malki says innovation and capability are advancing across packaging, despite sustainability timelines shifting across the Australian market. [ + ]
What is permissible indulgence, and what does it mean for us in 2026?
Food scientists, formulators and food manufacturers are being asked to redefine indulgent food for modern consumers in 2026. [ + ]
What's new on the supermarket shelves in 2026
From festival recovery drinks to kegs of tomato sauce and Valentine's Day treats, here's a selection of some of the new food and beverage products. [ + ]
Smart optical sensor detects ripeness for a quality drop
Queen Mary University of London researchers are developing a handheld, AI-powered grape ripeness detector that uses machine learning to improve the harvest for winemaking. [ + ]
