Industry News
Could a daily beer be good for men's gut health?
Research has found that both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beers can increase the presence of healthy bacteria in the guts of men. [ + ]
Peacock Bros. acquires AMR Hewitts
The Victorian-based AMR Hewitts specialises in printed carton packaging for a range of industries, with an emphasis on security and anti-counterfeit measures. [ + ]
Fat alternative for food industry using nanoparticle technology
An emulsification process using edible nanoparticles to transform oils into gels could help develop a healthier shelf-stable fat for food manufacturing. [ + ]
FoodTech Qld beckons from sunny Gold Coast
There will be plenty of products and exhibitors on show at FoodTech Qld, along with a two-day conference and networking events. [ + ]
New products bubble up for consumers
Despite its turbulence, 2021 had a strong showing for new food and beverage products, says a new report. [ + ]
Potato processing technique designed to slow digestion
A new potato processing technique designed to allow the potato starch to be digested more slowly and potentially avoid a blood sugar spike has been lab tested. [ + ]
High Australian agricultural exports defy expectations
A report outlining the state of the agricultural industry has noted that Australian agricultural exports have remained steadfastly strong. [ + ]
Winning format brings new food products to life
The Eat Well media team at Universal Media Co has won 10 awards at the 2022 International Telly Awards for its Eat Well TV program — including gold for Best Writing! [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Beeting the competition with fruits and veggies
South Australian scientists have found that eating beetroot provides exercise performance boosts. [ + ]
War continues to impact dairy commodities market
The market for dairy commodities is being impacted by war, heat and inflation according to analysis. [ + ]
FSANZ requests submissions for boozy GM enzyme
The fungus-sourced enzyme would serve as a processing aid, helping distillers to more efficiently produce alcohol. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
