Industry News
Manufacturing under ransomware attack in 2021
Manufacturing is the most targeted sector for ransomware attacks, according to the latest cybersecurity 'Year in Review' report from Dragos. [ + ]
Cost of war: implications for Australian wheat
The Russia Ukraine conflict could force up global wheat prices leading to food price rises and impacts on the Australian wheat markets, according to Rabobank commentary. [ + ]
$4.8m investment in NOLO wine project in South Australia
The South Australian Government has invested nearly $5 million into a no- and low-alcohol (NOLO) wine industry project, which will include a pilot-scale production facility. [ + ]
Getting mushrooms on the menu to help improve health
Nutrition Research Australia is working with the Australian food sector to help solve nutrition problems, such as vitamin D deficiency, using mushrooms. [ + ]
Acrylamide-reducing yeast technology receives patent in Australia
Renaissance BioScience Corp announces new patents for acrylamide-reducing yeast technology. [ + ]
Nestlé releases 2021 financial results
Nestlé has published its full-year results for 2021, with growth reported around the world and coffee products a major driver of this. [ + ]
Guidance for using RATs in the workplace
Safe Work Australia has produced advice for workplaces looking to integrate rapid antigen testing into the workplace for preventing the spread of COVID-19. [ + ]
Global Dairy Trade acquired by Fonterra, NXZ and EEX
The dairy trading platform will be equally owned by the three organisations, with the deal expected to clear by mid-year. [ + ]
Fënn Foods appoints new CEO
Following its announcement of a round of investment, the company has appointed Tony Rowlinson as its new CEO. [ + ]
Dairy Innovation Awards to celebrate sustainable innovation
The inaugural IDF Dairy Innovation Awards are designed to encourage and celebrate innovative practices across the dairy sector. [ + ]
Final call for ARBS 2022 award nominations
Nominations for the ARBS 2022 Industry Awards, which recognise talent in the HVAC, refrigeration and building services industries, close on 28 February. [ + ]
Asahi makes 50,000 kg Tasmanian raspberry deal
The beverage company will be using 50,000 kg of Tasmanian berries for its products as part of a commitment to support local farmers. [ + ]
Sucafina invests in food fingerprint platform
A Singapore-based, AI-powered food fingerprint platform has received investor funding and growth thanks to increased demand for specialty and traceable ingredients. [ + ]
Bacardi reducing GHG emissions from its rum by 50%
The greenhouse gas emissions from Bacardi's rum productions in Puerto Rico will be halved by adopting a cogeneration system. [ + ]
New Zealand's meat industry student scholarships
Seven students have been selected as part of the Meat Industry Association scholarship program, which encourages promising individuals to further the industry. [ + ]
