Industry News
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Printing chocolate with the ideal mouthfeel
Scientists have used 3D printers to create chocolate with the optimal mouthfeel. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Here are the finalists for the APPMA Awards of Excellence
Finalists in the Australian Packaging and Processing Machinery Association (APPMA) Awards of Excellence have been announced. [ + ]
Vic WorkSafe Awards recognise farmers for safety boost
The Victorian WorkSafe Awards have been announced, with recognition going to farms with increased safety. [ + ]
Most Australians want ARL on packaging
A report conducted by the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation shows that most want increased recycling information. [ + ]
Vic Govt grant boosts milk maker's manufacturing
A Victorian milk company is using a grant from the Victorian Government to help purchase new machinery that will increase productivity and open new markets. [ + ]
Scientists discover why linseed oil goes bitter
German researchers have discovered the cause of stored linseed oil's bitterness and have suggested ways of eliminating it entirely. [ + ]
Australian dairy market to see shaky but profitable year
A report by Rabobank has predicted a challenging but profitable year ahead for Australian dairy farms. [ + ]
Norco Co-operative increases milk price for May and June
The five-cent increase has been instated in order to help farmers struggling with the recovery from recent flooding on Australia's east coast. [ + ]
Nespresso certified as B Corp
The certification signals that the company is using its business to make social and environmental impacts. [ + ]
Unilever updates its food marketing to children standards
Unilever has updated its marketing standards for an increasingly digital world by stopping its food and beverage marketing for under 16-year-olds. [ + ]
Developing active packaging to preserve food and reduce waste
Cornell University scientists are developing active packaging materials that can help to preserve food such as salad dressings, marinades and beverages. [ + ]
