Industry News
PhD opportunity in functional snack food innovation
The University of Tasmania's PhD project will be evaluating sorghum ingredients for potential application in low-energy, gluten-free snack foods of the future. [ + ]
Aseptic, minimal processing and flexible lines on show in 2027
Anuga FoodTec 2027 plans to show how the next generation of beverage technology functions. [ + ]
Breaking the biofilm shield that harbours foodborne pathogens
A study has discovered details about how to weaken the biofilms created by the bacterium Bacillus cereus, which could benefit the food industry. [ + ]
Second cell-cultured food under assessment by FSANZ
The cell-cultured duck biomass (Pekin duck) to be used to produce foods such as foie gras and pâté is now being assessed by FSANZ. [ + ]
Indigenous food culture and responsible seafood celebrated
Celebrity Chef Mindy Woods and the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) have launched a recipe booklet celebrating Indigenous food culture and responsible seafood. [ + ]
Shaking up whey protein manufacturing technique
A new whey protein manufacturing technique has the potential to make better tasting and smoother shakes. [ + ]
Danone to acquire Made Group
Danone has announced its plans to acquire MADE Group, which is expected to be completed in the second half of 2026. [ + ]
Five trends tracked for NZ's fresh produce sector
The latest United Fresh Trend Report details five emerging trends with relevance for Aotearoa New Zealand's fresh produce sector. [ + ]
Poultry and egg producers in lockdown as avian flu detected in WA
While there has been no detection of the H5N1 avian influenza in commercial poultry, some businesses have implemented precautionary lockdown measures to mitigate against any potential risks. [ + ]
RMIT Food Innovation Hub to help advance food processing technology
RMIT has launched its Food Innovation Hub, which will work with industry to test ideas and develop new approaches to food processing, nutrition and product development. [ + ]
WA dog food manufacturer seals SE Asia export deal
West Australian dog food manufacturer Nutri-Mate Pet Foods has partnered with Pet World Nutritions to export its products to Malaysia. [ + ]
Food safety recalls in NZ: the 2025 report
The largest food safety recall in New Zealand last year was due to metal fragments in peanut ingredients, according to a New Zealand Food Safety report. [ + ]
Upcycling cauliflower waste into protein ingredients for future food
RMIT researchers have developed an ultrasound method to extract protein from discarded cauliflower leaves, with potential applications for food manufacturers. [ + ]
Lolly factory celebrates 50 years with new technology installed
Mondelēz invests $8m in new technology at its Scoresby confectionery factory to support over 120 products in a range of lolly-packaging formats. [ + ]
Larry Emdur's whisky brand appoints CEO
Former Lyre's Global CMO and Sullivans Cove Executive Kristy Bloomfield has been appointed CEO of The Ben Buckler Whisky Company. [ + ]
