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In good spirits: SRD's plans to transform iconic Oak factory site
On 21 March, at the historic former Oak factory site in Muswellbrook, Sydney Rum Distillery (SRD) announced its plans to transform the site into a spirits facility. [ + ]
Finding the right butter alternative for a vegan Scottish shortbread
Experimental tests have determined the optimal fat content of vegan butter to bake a lactose-free version of a traditional Scottish staple. [ + ]
Understanding the heat-resistance science behind industrial flooring
From cleanrooms to commericial kitchens, understanding the dynamics of industrial flooring in these environments is crucial for the selection process. [ + ]
Dietary fibre reclassified to help drive targeted health food
Australian food scientists have reclassified dietary fibres — beyond just soluble and insoluble — to better guide targeted health food products. [ + ]
Flavour innovations on trend in 2025 and beyond
Interest in international flavours and sustainability is rising in Australia, according to the latest report from Mintel about emerging flavour trends driving the food and beverage industry. [ + ]
Talk from the top with Dr Sandra Cuthbert
In this article, we takes a look at a day in the life of the FSANZ CEO, Dr Sandra Cuthbert, and her plans and priorities for the future. [ + ]
Are we seeing a structural shift in orange juice production?
Orange juice producers around the world face numerous challenges, including issues around supply and consumption which will result in winners and losers for both growers and processors. [ + ]
Modest growth predicted for global dairy market
For Australia, dairy farm margins will likely benefit from improving farmgate prices in 2025 along with high commodity returns and a softer currency, according to a new Rabobank report. [ + ]
The impact of global warming on food security
Researchers from Aalto University have developed a more precise model of where and how warming will affect our ability to grow food. [ + ]
South America's beef industry and its implications for Australia
The competition between South America and Australia's beef industries represents a microcosm of the evolving challenges and opportunities in global agriculture. [ + ]
Carlsberg Bulgaria installs filling technology for its canning line
For the first time ever, Carlsberg Bulgaria is canning its own beer — thanks to technology from KHS. [ + ]
Australia among lowest-cost dairy producers
There's a structural uplift in global dairy production costs, but Australia remains among lowest-cost producers, according to Rabobank. [ + ]
Adapting the Australasian cold chain for a sustainable future
With challenges rapidly changing the landscape of cold storage operations, businesses must adapt or risk falling behind, Dematic says. [ + ]
Six of the latest food products hitting the supermarket shelves
February arrives with a variety of new food products hitting supermarket shelves, including some early Easter treats and snacking options such as spicy chips, ice cream balls and low-sugar granola. [ + ]
New farmer incentives to reduce on-farm emissions
Fonterra has announced new funding for farmers to reduce their on-farm emissions. [ + ]
