Industry News
tna's food packaging solution wins gold at the Good Design Awards 2026
The tna robag Quantum won the Good Design Award Gold, and is said to be the first VFFS packaging machine to receive this honour. [ + ]
The cost of Cyclospora outbreaks in the states
A risk analysis study examined the Cyclospora outbreaks in the US from 2018 to 2022, estimating the cost for bagged salad retailers to be around US$374m. [ + ]
Scientists identify a novel peptide derived from red alga
Seaweed is commonly used as an ingredient in many food products, but researchers have now identified that a particular red alga could have potential health benefits. [ + ]
Mandatory Health Star Rating revised for a second consultation
The FSANZ is conducting the second round of public consultation on the Health Star Rating system after revisions were made following the first round. [ + ]
Australian Grape & Wine appoints Mark Harvey-Sutton as CEO
AGW Board Chair Helen Strachan welcomed the appointment, saying Harvey-Sutton's experience would bring a fresh perspective to the organisation. [ + ]
Guide to managing the risks of slips, trips and falls
Safe Work Australia has released guidance material designed to help workplaces identify slip, trip and fall hazards and implement effective control measures. [ + ]
Grape waste for pork sausage preservation?
Pork sausages could one day be made with winemaking waste as scientists explore the potential of grape pomace as a preservative ingredient. [ + ]
Food inflation: let's take a look inside the basket
While Australia's overall inflation rose to 4.3% in September, ABS data showed that the food and non-alcoholic beverage category had also edged higher to 3.2%. [ + ]
WA Government offers manufacturing energy investment loans
The Made in WA Energy Affordability Investment Program will provide low-interest loans to help manufacturers install solar and battery systems, and upgrade equipment. [ + ]
SPC Global proposes name change to reflect diversified business
SPC Global said it will seek shareholder approval on 24 November to change its name to Altival Global Ltd. [ + ]
End Food Waste Australia launches membership initiative
The EFWA national membership is designed to help more businesses turn food waste into value across the supply chain, from paddock to plate. [ + ]
GLP-1 moments reshaping food and beverage innovation
IFF's latest report provides a roadmap of 10 moments that could help manufacturers design products that appeal to consumers in the GLP-1 era. [ + ]
Online tool to help food businesses turn waste into opportunity
The Food Waste PRO toolkit is designed to help West Australian food businesses measure their waste and assess potential solutions for reducing or repurposing it. [ + ]
Ferrero’s Nutella factory in Lithgow turns 50
Ferrero celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Lithgow factory in NSW on 25 October, which now produces around 15 million kg of Nutella each year. [ + ]
The secret ingredient for gluten-free plant-based meat
Using potatoes as an alternative protein ingredient could hold the key to making better gluten-free plant-based meat, according to food scientists in Scotland. [ + ]
