Industry News
Unilever heats up freezers to cool off emissions
The company is hoping to put the chill on the greenhouse gas emissions of its retail freezers by increasing their temperatures slightly. [ + ]
Recycling food processing waste in NZ
Around 2.2 million tonnes of food processing waste is dumped each year in NZ; now researchers have a solution to recycle the by-products of wine and milk manufacturing. [ + ]
Food company fined for forklift accident
A food wholesaler has been fined $35,000 after a worker sustained serious injuries when he was struck by a forklift. [ + ]
Foodmach turns 50
This month, Foodmach celebrates its 50th year of trading. And what a journey it's been. [ + ]
ACCC updates Dairy Code ahead of deadline
Dairy processors have until 1 June to publish their milk supply agreements, as outlined in the Dairy Code. [ + ]
Candy-coating method to fend off pill counterfeiting
A Californian professor has come up with a solution for combating pharmaceutical fraud by coating pills in hundreds and thousands. [ + ]
Software duo set to help craft brewers improve efficiency
An Australian software company and a US 'grain-to-glass' brewery data management company have joined forces to expand further into craft brewing markets. [ + ]
A global dairy commodity update
An analysis of global commodities has shown the ongoing impact of the war in Ukraine, as well as the effects of weather on the dairy market. [ + ]
APCO CEO Brooke Donnelly to leave position
After a five-year stint, the CEO of the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation will be leaving the role and moving onto new challenges. [ + ]
Ocean microbe could be key to animal-free meat
A fungus-like microbe from South Australia may prove to be an important component of making tasty animal-free meat. [ + ]
Coles trials electric delivery truck
A trial is being run by Coles and Linfox Logistics to assess the viability of electric trucks to deliver stock. [ + ]
Dieticians warn high cost of living may lead to poor diets
With chicken nuggets costing less than lettuce, Dieticians Australia has cautioned that high prices of fresh foods could push families towards cheaper and unhealthier diets. [ + ]
Printing chocolate with the ideal mouthfeel
Scientists have used 3D printers to create chocolate with the optimal mouthfeel. [ + ]
Round two opens for WA grants scheme
The Value Add Investment Grants program will provide up to $7 million to food and beverage manufacturers that boost business in the state. [ + ]
FSANZ calls for comments on GM-sourced processing aid
An application for a processing aid sourced from genetically modified bacteria has been submitted to FSANZ and feedback has been requested on the topic. [ + ]
