Industry News
Growers recognised at Hort Awards
The annual awards were handed out to winners at the Hort Connection 2022 event on 8 June at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. [ + ]
Trucking company fined for milk tanker death
Hefty fines have been handed out after an investigation into how the driver of a milk tanker was killed. [ + ]
FSANZ requests submissions for boozy GM enzyme
The fungus-sourced enzyme would serve as a processing aid, helping distillers to more efficiently produce alcohol. [ + ]
War continues to impact dairy commodities market
The market for dairy commodities is being impacted by war, heat and inflation according to analysis. [ + ]
Azelis opens food & nutrition innovation centre in Singapore
The centre will focus on food innovation and the development of sustainable ingredients and formulations, joining a network of labs in the region. [ + ]
NSW sugar industry crush continues in spite of floods
Sugar mills are set to begin their crush in the state, with high cane prices helping to prop up weather-battered growers. [ + ]
Whole Grain Week is approaching
The campaign will encourage Australian consumers to buy and eat more whole grain products. [ + ]
Detecting foodborne contaminants before they strike
Scientists are working on sensors that can quickly detect dangerous viruses and toxins in food before they cause disease. [ + ]
ARBS 2022 seminar program opens for registration
The seminars will feature experts from across the air-conditioning, refrigeration and building services sector covering a range of topics. [ + ]
KitKat's new packaging gives environment a break
KitKat bars across Australia will now be served up in packaging that uses recycled content, marking a first for the brand. [ + ]
NZ Govt taking on the supermarket duopoly
The NZ Government has responded to a study that highlights the lack of competition in the supermarket sector, with regulatory changes expected to come in the future. [ + ]
Australian egg industry survey opens
The survey into the opinions of the Australian public about eggs will help to shape the industry's future plans. [ + ]
Rosella ladles up paper-based soup cartons
The company has begun to use paper-based packaging in place of cans for a selection of soup flavours. [ + ]
Export program launches for veggie and melon growers
The program will help growers of vegetables, onions and melons to increase their export options. [ + ]
Arnott's commits to recyclable packaging
The biscuit company has committed to transition its soft plastic packaging from multi- to mono-material, so it is fully recyclable, by the end of 2023. [ + ]