Industry News
FSANZ approves updated GM food definitions
The definitions have been modernised to address advances in gene technologies while maintaining strong food safety protections. [ + ]
Cell-cultured quail: coming to a plate near you
After two rounds of public consultation, FSANZ has found that cell-cultured quail is safe for human consumption. [ + ]
Coles awards $3.5m to support Aussie producers
The supermarket giant has awarded $3.5 million in grants to businesses at the forefront of innovation and sustainability, as part of the Coles Nurture Fund. [ + ]
FoodTech Qld sets new sustainable packaging standards
At FoodTech Qld 2025, forward-thinking exhibitors share how their innovations in packaging design and materials are setting new standards for the industry. [ + ]
GNT shows how plant-based colours can liven up snacks
At IFT FIRST 2025 in Chicago, GNT will be demostrating how its plant-based colours are helping brands reformulate away from synthetic dyes without sacrificing visual appeal. [ + ]
Getting a handle on a shrink bag for turkey
Amcor has developed a sustainable shrink handle bag for a turkey brand, which is designed to reduce material and improve production efficiency. [ + ]
Sobering up with the latest wine trends
Providing insights into the rise of health-conscious wine consumption, researchers in Adelaide are looking into what's driving the growth in no-, low- and mid-alcohol wines. [ + ]
Chill out with Swisslog at CeMAT 2025
Intralogistics specialist Swisslog will be displaying its end-to-end warehouse automation solutions at CeMAT in Sydney from 22–24 July. [ + ]
Rockwell Automation appoints Regional Director Adrian Giecco
Rockwell Automation has announced the appointment of Adrian Giecco as Regional Director, South Pacific, effective 1 July 2025. [ + ]
MHM partners with freezing system specialist DSI Dantech
MHM has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of plate freezing solutions in Oceania for Denmark-based DSI Dantech. [ + ]
Processed fruit smoothies could be more nutritious, new study
A new study has found that food processing techniques could improve the health benefits of fruit and vegetable smoothies. [ + ]
Call for action on smarter food labels to prevent waste
New research from RMIT University and End Food Waste Australia has found confusing food labels are driving Australians to throw away perfectly edible food. [ + ]
Pact's recycled milk bottle resin passes US FDA tests
Pact Group's rFresh 100 food-grade recycled plastic is now US-FDA compliant, which means new milk bottles can be manufactured with up to 100% recycled resin. [ + ]
Infant formula additive with potential gut benefits, call for comment
Food Standards Australia New Zealand is calling for comment on an application to permit the use of a nutritive substance in infant formula products in Australia. [ + ]
Packserv's new Twin-Head Filler designed for Australian SMEs
Packserv has developed an Australian-made PLC twin-head filling machine, purpose-built for local small to medium-sized manufacturers. [ + ]
