Automated fruit picking has long been a technical challenge, but now a new human–robot collaboration model is set to help using a simple wave. [ + ]

In the lead-up to World Food Safety Day, New Zealand Food Safety has released a report that shows systems at work to resolve the biggest food safety event in 2024. [ + ]

Cargill has agreed to acquire all the Teys family shareholdings, increasing its ownership stake to 100% of Teys Australia and Teys USA. [ + ]

Hort Innovation will be presenting some curious confections at this year’s Hort Connections, which starts on today at the Brisbane Convention Centre. [ + ]

CSIRO's report into Australia's food system indicates there are some challenges that need to be addressed, even though the current system is feeding around 100 million people. [ + ]

Perfection Fresh has partnered with Detpak to launch a new strawberry packaging designed to maximise freshness and shelf appeal in the berry aisle. [ + ]

Heat and Control has announced the acquisition of Fabcon Food Systems, a provider of bespoke processing and handling equipment systems for the food industry. [ + ]

A study has found women who consumed caffeinated coffee in midlife are more likely to exhibit healthy aging. [ + ]

Global packaging group Detmold is constructing new headquarters in Adelaide, where the family-owned company was founded more than 70 years ago. [ + ]

ifm will be showcasing its smart monitoring solutions for the local wine industry at WineTech 2025, being held from 21–23 July at the Adelaide Convention Centre. [ + ]

The SMARTBEEF Project aims to provide tailored support to improve the productivity and profitability of southern Western Australian beef producers. [ + ]

Forever chemicals, ie, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are being discovered by researchers in some unexpected places, including beer in the US. [ + ]

Swinburne scientists have developed a technique that uses a natural fermentation process to upcycle waste from the cereal industry into high-vaule products such as packaging. [ + ]

Nepenthe Wines is using an innovation designed to make wine packaging more recyclable using a tearaway wine cap designed by Interpack. [ + ]

Arla Foods Ingredients has announced a new distribution partnership with Alchemy Agencies for its nutrition ingredients in the ANZ/Oceania region. [ + ]