Researchers have identified the odourants responsible for off-flavour cocoa, which make it unsuitable for chocolate making. [ + ]

The International Dairy Federation (IDF) has called for a revised policy approach to how dairy regulators classify lactose. [ + ]

Supply chains are changing at a breakneck pace. Before you decide to change, check it has longevity and isn't a knee-jerk reaction to a short-term spike. [ + ]

German research is using artificial intelligence to show how the production of dairy, meat, bakery and other products can be optimised to reduce food waste. [ + ]

The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) Save Food Packaging design project has released two stakeholder industry insight reports. [ + ]

FSANZ has revealed another sharp increase in the number of food recalls, with cases of undeclared allergens reaching record levels at the end of last year. [ + ]

To stop microorganism growth, it is necessary to eliminate conditions that permit organism reproduction. [ + ]

Stakeholders within the F&B sector are being asked to comment on the proposed changes to the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 (FSANZ Act). [ + ]

This meat and fish fraud-detector device is claimed to be 720 times faster and just as accurate as current methods. [ + ]

It has been 50 years since the numbers behind the humble barcode were invented. Now, the next generation of barcodes is on the horizon. [ + ]

A new platform using smart data could be used by food producers to yield more reliable business forecasts. [ + ]

Small businesses in Australia are increasingly being led by women. [ + ]

Seven important points to consider when sourcing in-house food testing instruments. [ + ]

Nearly half of Americans identify chocolate eggs or bunnies as their favourite Easter treats, with 19% preferring jelly beans. [ + ]

Why ingredient origin is key to gaining consumer trust. [ + ]