Industry News
Injectable tech for fresh produce could extend shelf life
MIT and SMART researchers have developed a way to extend the shelf life of vegetables by injecting them with melatonin using biodegradable microneedles. [ + ]
Call for comment on thermolysin as a processing aid
FSANZ is calling for comment on an application to use thermolysin for protein hydrolysis in the processing of a wide range of foods. [ + ]
No kidding: Australia's goatmeat exports at all-time high
Australia has tripled its goatmeat production since 2020 and is now the world's leading goatmeat exporter, according to Meat & Livestock Australia. [ + ]
Cargill reveals the latest protein trends in the US
61% of Americans increased their protein intake in 2024, according to the findings from Cargill's 2025 Protein Profile. [ + ]
Valio invests €30m in cheese maturation warehouse
Valio is investing in a new cheese maturation warehouse and automation of its operation at the company's production plant in Joensuu, Finland. [ + ]
CeMAT 2025 incorporates processing, packaging and more
Food and beverage processing and packaging professionals will be benefit from two new features being introduced at CeMAT Australia, to be held in Sydney from 22–24 July. [ + ]
Supply chain leaders appointed to IFPA ANZ board
The International Fresh Produce Association ANZ has appointed two leaders from distinct sectors of the fresh produce and floral industry to its board of directors. [ + ]
Epson label-printing solutions at Foodservice Australia 2025
At Foodservice Australia 2025, Epson will be demonstrating its latest label-printing solutions on stand K45. [ + ]
Winners of the 2025 ABA Scholarships announced
The winners of the 2025 ABA Scholarship program for Australia and New Zealand have been announced at the Australasian Packaging Conference. [ + ]
The Yoghurt Shop appoints Chair of its new advisory board in Adelaide
The Yoghurt Shop has appointed Stephan Knoll as Chair of its newly formed Advisory Board, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the company's growth journey. [ + ]
Biodegradable packaging solution that's berry good
A completely biodegradable packaging solution has been developed by researchers at the University of Queensland as an alternative to plastic for strawberry punnets. [ + ]
Nestlé dives deeper into biotech and creates new centre
Nestlé is strengthening its R&D expertise in biotechnology and creating a new centre for deep tech. [ + ]
Lamb abattoir expansion in regional Victoria
Supported by a Victorian Government investment, Thomas Foods International has completed the expansion of its abattoir in Stawell, Victoria. [ + ]
AFGC and GS1 Australia join forces for digital labelling initiative
Being rolled out across Australia and New Zealand, SmartFacts is a new way of digital labelling powered by GS1 that is designed to re-shape the way we shop. [ + ]
Tajima Australian Grainfed Wagyu wins at beef awards in Qld
Tajima Australian Grainfed Wagyu has earned two prestigious medals at the 2025 Royal Queensland Branded Beef Awards. [ + ]
