Industry News
Increased food standards for aged care
The government has committed $12.9 million to better food and nutrition in aged care, backed by Dieticians Australia and the Minister for Aged Care. [ + ]
Gut microbiome research funding recipients announced
Danone North America has selected this year's recipients of the 2022–2023 Annual Gut Microbiome, Yogurt and Probiotic Fellowship Program. [ + ]
Push for chicken to remain affordable
Lenard's, an Australian poultry company, is working to ensure that chicken maintains its status as Australia's most affordable protein. [ + ]
Fresh produce software provider secures investment
Radfords has secured an investment from Arcadea Group, a long-hold and growth-oriented SaaS investor, to facilitate global expansion. [ + ]
Telstra partners with Charles Sturt to test digital farm platform
Charles Sturt and Telstra have partnered to assist the Farm Data Services platform to manage and integrate data from the Global Digital Farm. [ + ]
Researchers develop 'GM safety net' for banana industry
QUT has developed a genetically modified variety of Cavendish banana designed to help save the world's Cavendish banana production. [ + ]
Qld Govt calls for public comment on online liquor sales
The Palaszczuk government has committed to developing a regulatory framework for online liquor sales and delivery in response to safety concerns. [ + ]
Barry Callebaut sets sustainability targets beyond 2025
Barry Callebaut Group has presented a set of sharpened targets for Forever Chocolate, its plan to make sustainable chocolate the norm. [ + ]
Tequila maker uses AI solution to predict demand
One of the world's largest producers of tequila is using Aera Technology's Decision Intelligence solution to predict demand and manage inventory more effectively. [ + ]
Premium chocolate makers look into Australian market
In response to Australia's growing demand for premium products, Indonesia-based Pipiltin Cocoa and Katalis have partnered for a business development program. [ + ]
Amcor to acquire NZ-based protein packaging company
Amcor plans to acquire Moda Systems, which will provide it with fully integrated, production-ready fresh protein packaging solutions. [ + ]
Wine sector welcomes Australia–UK FTA
The Australian Prime Minister has announced that 31 May 2023 is the date on which the Australia–United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (A–UK FTA) will come into force. [ + ]
Pregnancy warning labels on alcoholic drinks
New Zealand Food Safety has issued a reminder for NZ food businesses about the new 'pregnancy warning label' that comes into force from 1 August 2023. [ + ]
Cider industry launches research into apple ancestry
With research showing that some cider apple varieties may be incorrectly named, the cider industry has begun checking the identity of apple varieties. [ + ]
Campari celebrates Milano with bottle design
Campari has paid homage to its hometown, Milano, by launching a bottle design inspired by a shared history that began in 1860. [ + ]
