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The heat is on to improve the taste and shelf life of beer
An on-demand heating technology is being developed by a Purdue University-affiliated start-up with aims to improve taste, shelf life and production of beer and other beverages. [ + ]
Creating new lines in manufacturing at FoodTech Qld
From slicing and dicing, to equipment and packaging, FoodTech Qld is showcasing innovation in the food industry this July in Brisbane. [ + ]
Meet Millie: glass bottle boosts nutritional understanding
Millie is a 250 mL glass bottle designed to contain precisely two servings of fruit in the form of no sugar added fruit juice. [ + ]
Ear, ear, corn science advances
A gene essential for forming the ears in corn, which could be crucial for advancing the efforts to increase crop yields, has been identified by a team of scientists. [ + ]
Shaping science for tomorrow's food production
From protecting beer production against climate variability to gene editing, the TropAg conference will feature a variety of discussions from food scientists and innovators. [ + ]
Common ergonomic errors in food packaging
From opening to serving, the ergonomics of food packaging can sometimes be the difference between a product's failure and success. [ + ]
'Sniff test' technology for meat and fish products
Researchers say food freshness sensors that cost only a few cents could help detect spoilage in packaged meat and fish products. [ + ]
Choosing a conveying system for bulk solid materials
The choice between dilute phase pneumatic conveying, tubular cable conveying and flexible screw conveying is not always clear. The pros and cons are discussed. [ + ]
Fixing the flaws of food health star ratings
Research has revealed that Australia's Health Star Rating system is flawed, as products high in salt, sugar and fat score too highly due to loopholes in the algorithm. [ + ]
Robot-assisted filleting machinery for the fish industry
The system developed by Valka produces extremely precise cuts at different angles through a combination of X-ray radiation, 3D image processing and a robot-controlled water-jet cutting head. [ + ]
Bread maker walks the environmental talk
Frozen food manufacturer walks the talk with its implementation of renewables and its range of frozen breads, pastries and sweets that could help save food waste. [ + ]
Shoppers want convenience, not sustainability
As supermarket giant Tesco axes fresh food counters at 90 of its stores, Miguel Campos at Advanta explains why this isn’t a demonstration of cutting costs, but adapting to customer needs. [ + ]
Where is my cream cake?
Australia's fresh food supply chain has limitations; Pollen Consulting Group CEO discusses why it is easier to find his desired cream cake in the UK. [ + ]
Temperature testing technology that could also reduce waste
Microwave thermometry temperature testing not only performs a vital role in the safety of both chilled and frozen foods, it may also help to reduce food waste. [ + ]
NZ sheep farmers diversify into cherries
A sheep and cattle station in Central Otago is setting aside 80 hectares of pastoral land to produce premium quality cherries for export from 2021–2022. [ + ]
