Industry News
Foodmach partners with ACTIW Intralogistics
Foodmach has been appointed as an official partner for ACTIW Intralogistics and Joloda Hydraroll across Australia and NZ. [ + ]
Biofoam box project provides eco seafood storage
The new local project is looking to transform WA seafood packaging from recyclable to fully biodegradable. [ + ]
Glass packaging initiative reduces carbon emissions
The Margaret River Wine Association has launched its Lightweight Glass Packaging Charter — an initiative aimed at tackling the emissions of glass packaging. [ + ]
Government to develop national food security strategy
To inform the strategy, the government has released the 'Feeding Australia' discussion paper, which is now open for consultation. [ + ]
Health Star Ratings voluntary phase nears end
Public health groups are calling for food ministers to provide a clear timeline for swift implementation of a mandatory Health Star Rating system. [ + ]
Rising milk output impacts global dairy values
Global market fundamentals and product fair values are weakening with increasing milk output, according to the latest Global Dairy Commodity Update. [ + ]
Direct-to-can printing tech launches at Orora
Orora has launched a new type of production at its Dandenong facility using digital printing technology for beverage cans. [ + ]
Montague Farms undergoes compostable sticker trial
The grower is implementing a certified home-compostable sticker trial for its 2025 JAZZ apples harvest. [ + ]
Manufacturing activity continues to weaken: survey
The July Australian Industry Index has revealed that manufacturers continue to report very poor business conditions, citing trade disruptions and energy costs. [ + ]
High-protein jelly pudding wins medal
Chulalongkorn University's jelly pudding innovation won a bronze medal at the 50th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva, held in Switzerland. [ + ]
Diagnosing banana diseases: report
A banana research program has the potential to save the industry more than $52.2 million, according to a QAAFI report. [ + ]
Grapes are undervalued superfood: study
Grapes are a natural source of over 1600 compounds, including antioxidants and other polyphenols, and should be a superfood, study says. [ + ]
Low-methane beef hits Adelaide shelves
An Adelaide butcher will stock low-methane beef through a partnership with CH4 Global. [ + ]
Informa Markets to host Vitafoods Asia 2025
Informa Markets will host Vitafoods Asia 2025 from 17–19 September 2025 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. [ + ]
Call for comment on GM purple tomato
Food Standards Australia New Zealand is calling for comment on an application to permit the sale and use of food derived from genetically modified tomato lines. [ + ]
