Industry News
FSANZ calls for comments on genetically modified canola
The GM canola produces oil that is rich in healthy omega-3 acids, unlike regular varieties of the crop. [ + ]
AIP presents a corrugated packaging course
The introductory course will touch on many aspects of corrugated packaging, including its design, production processes and how to use it for different markets. [ + ]
Aussie formula to counter US shortages
An Australian infant formula producer is providing over a million cans of its product to the USA, which is struggling with critical shortages of formula. [ + ]
Chobani unveils Dandenong South facility
The new Chobani facility in Dandenong South in Melbourne will allow the company to meet its expansion plans, which may even extend beyond the dairy category. [ + ]
FSANZ to assess alcohol energy labelling
Regulations about how alcoholic beverages are labelled are currently being assessed, with a report suggesting energy labelling may be required. [ + ]
Klöckner Pentaplast urges closed loop for food packaging
The company is encouraging others to recycle plastic pots, tubs and trays to create a circular economy for food packaging. [ + ]
Pact Group's acquisition of Synergy Packaging not opposed by ACCC
Pact's proposed acquisition of Synergy will not be blocked by the ACCC, due to the two companies targeting different audiences. [ + ]
ACCC investigation leads to chicken contract changes
Some large chicken meat processors have adopted new contract terms that are designed to prevent unfair conditions for growers. [ + ]
Taste is most important factor for flexitarians
A study of consumers from around the world has found that flexitarians are the choosiest bunch when it comes to meat alternatives. [ + ]
F&B advisor joins provenance platform
Orijin Plus has expanded its workforce through the hiring of an F&B industry expert as it approaches the international launch of its provenance platform. [ + ]
Queensland researchers search for ingredients in sugarcane
QUT researchers will work with Change Foods to find innovative ways to use sugarcane bagasse to produce new food products. [ + ]
Norco and Woolworths announce cream partnership
The dairy co-op will be providing thousands of litres of cream to supermarkets on the country's eastern coast to help dairies impacted by the recent floods. [ + ]
FSANZ calls for comments on GM sourced pectinase
Applications for two different enzymes that break down pectin and are produced by genetically modified fungi are seeking approval for use in food manufacturing. [ + ]
2022 DIAA dairy product award winners announced
Winners of the 2022 DIAA Australian Dairy Product Competition have been announced. [ + ]
NZ liquor importers fined for improperly labelled bottles
An Auckland liquor importing company has been fined for attempting to sell product without legitimate bottle labels and avoiding consumer protection rules. [ + ]
