Industry News
Chickpea tempeh, a new protein food for the future
Sometimes used as a meat alternative, tempeh is a fermented fungal food traditionally made from soybeans, but a new type of tempeh is now being developed using chickpeas and peas. [ + ]
Food for Thought: 23 recommendations from food manufacturing inquiry
Following an inquiry into food and beverage manufacturing in Australia, a government report has now been released with 23 recommendations, including a holistic national-level food policy plan. [ + ]
HRS Heat Exchangers announces partnership with Fluid Dynamics
Heat transfer solutions suppliers HRS Heat Exchangers and Fluid Dynamics have formed a formal channel partnership for sales in the Australasian market. [ + ]
SMC upgrades chillers to meet new refrigerant regulations
Many of SMC Corporation's thermo-chillers now answer to the call for a more environmentally friendly solution. [ + ]
CSIRO's new data resource for verifying Australia's food fingerprint
CSIRO has today launched a national resource of Australia's isotopic data, which can be used like a fingerprint to authenticate food's provenance and sustainability claims. [ + ]
Cereal science: finding a nutritional mix for pancakes
Pancakes are normally made with refined flours but food scientists have been working to find a more nutritional mix using wholegrains — the results could provide insights for flour manufacturers. [ + ]
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners recognised as a top employer in 2025
CCEP has been recognised by the Top Employers Institute for its achievements in Australia with fostering a workplace culture centred around purpose, inclusion and more. [ + ]
Tip Top introduces bread bags with 30% recycled plastic
Amcor is partnering with Australian bread manufacturer Tip Top Bakeries to introduce bread bags that are made with 30% recycled plastic. [ + ]
Eel appeal: Japanese consumers willing to try cultured eel
A recent survey reveals an openness among Japanese consumers towards eel alternatives, including cultured versions. [ + ]
Saputo Cobram recognised for its community engagement
Saputo Dairy Australia's Cobram site received the 2024 Business of the Year award from Goulburn Murray Local Learning and Employment Networks (GMLLEN) for the Moira Shire local government area. [ + ]
Purina PetCare expands pyramid-shaped cat food range
Nestlé Purina PetCare is expanding its pyramid-shaped wet cat food in Europe and the US, as Nestlé focuses on 'fewer, bigger and better' innovations. [ + ]
Bird flu detected at Victorian poultry farm
Agriculture Victoria has confirmed the presence of avian influenza at a poultry property in Euroa, just two days after Agriculture Minister Julie Collins declared that Australia was free of the disease. [ + ]
The secret to tea quality
A new study has unveiled the intricate genetic mechanisms that regulate theanine accumulation in tea plants — a key determinant of tea quality. [ + ]
National survey launched to tackle Varroa mite threat to honey bees
Varroa is expected impact the Australian honey bee industry; therefore, beekeepers are being urged to complete a survey that could provide valuable insights to help tackle the threat. [ + ]
Australian Halal red meat headed to Malaysia
Australian halal beef and sheep meat will soon be available in Malaysia, with the approval of seven new meat export operations. [ + ]
