Industry News
Maple syrup explored as a potential sugar substitute
The potential health benefits of using pure maple syrup instead of sugar were explored in a recent clinical trial in Canada. [ + ]
Cargo airline joins coalition to reduce energy in frozen food supply chain
Emirates SkyCargo has joined the 'Move to -15°C' coalition, which aims to reduce energy consumption in the frozen food supply chain. [ + ]
Japanese beverage company's sustainability callout
Asahi Group Holdings has announced the launch of the Sustainability Growth Platform, alongside a callout for startups and scaleups to advance green solutions. [ + ]
A fresh catch for Australian plates
A new white-flesh fish variety could soon work its way onto Australian plates, following successful breeding trials by the CSIRO. [ + ]
FDA investigates PFAS in seafood
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expands its investigation on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in seafood, seeking information from industry and others. [ + ]
Expanding beyond biscuits: Arnott's acquires Prolife Foods
The Arnott's Group has expanded its 'better-for-you' snacking portfolio with the acquisition of NZ-based snack food maker Prolife Foods. [ + ]
Regularly eating nuts supports healthy lifespan, research finds
Regular consumption of nuts is associated with maintaining a healthy lifespan, research from a Monash University-led team has found. [ + ]
Fermenting future food sources for Australia
Forming a National Food Plan and appointing a food minister are among the key recommendations of a white paper into growing a precision fermentation industry in Australia. [ + ]
Concerns over changes to GM food definition
The AOL has expressed concerns over Food Standards Australia New Zealand's (FSANZ) Proposal P1055, aimed at redefining how genetically modified foods are classified. [ + ]
Colour supplier GNT recognised for sustainability
The recognition ranks the company among the top 3% in the food manufacturing industry. [ + ]
Trolley-tech: Coles unveils its 'Smart Trolley'
Coles is set to trial an all-in-one AI-powered Smart Trolley, which allows users to skip the checkout. [ + ]
Heineken invests €45 million in R&D centre in the Netherlands
Opening in mid-2025, the global R&D centre will focus on developing new Heineken products and improving existing products and processes. [ + ]
Cadbury packaging receives a recycled-plastic boost
In the UK and Ireland, Mondelēz International is moving to 80% recycled plastic packaging for its Cadbury chocolate bars. [ + ]
Chocolate consumption trends in the US
Chocolate sales hit a new high in the US as it remains an 'affordable treat' duing economic uncertainty — reveals the latest trend report from the NCA. [ + ]
Cell-cultured quail moving closer to Australians' plates
FSANZ is undertaking a second round of consultation on a proposed approach to allow cell-cultured quail as a food, which could have potential benefit for other cell-based foods. [ + ]
