Industry News
Trucking company fined for milk tanker death
Hefty fines have been handed out after an investigation into how the driver of a milk tanker was killed. [ + ]
Growers recognised at Hort Awards
The annual awards were handed out to winners at the Hort Connection 2022 event on 8 June at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. [ + ]
Winning format brings new food products to life
The Eat Well media team at Universal Media Co has won 10 awards at the 2022 International Telly Awards for its Eat Well TV program — including gold for Best Writing! [ + ]
FSANZ requests submissions for boozy GM enzyme
The fungus-sourced enzyme would serve as a processing aid, helping distillers to more efficiently produce alcohol. [ + ]
War continues to impact dairy commodities market
The market for dairy commodities is being impacted by war, heat and inflation according to analysis. [ + ]
Azelis opens food & nutrition innovation centre in Singapore
The centre will focus on food innovation and the development of sustainable ingredients and formulations, joining a network of labs in the region. [ + ]
NSW sugar industry crush continues in spite of floods
Sugar mills are set to begin their crush in the state, with high cane prices helping to prop up weather-battered growers. [ + ]
Whole Grain Week is approaching
The campaign will encourage Australian consumers to buy and eat more whole grain products. [ + ]
KitKat's new packaging gives environment a break
KitKat bars across Australia will now be served up in packaging that uses recycled content, marking a first for the brand. [ + ]
Detecting foodborne contaminants before they strike
Scientists are working on sensors that can quickly detect dangerous viruses and toxins in food before they cause disease. [ + ]
ARBS 2022 seminar program opens for registration
The seminars will feature experts from across the air-conditioning, refrigeration and building services sector covering a range of topics. [ + ]
Australian egg industry survey opens
The survey into the opinions of the Australian public about eggs will help to shape the industry's future plans. [ + ]
NZ Govt taking on the supermarket duopoly
The NZ Government has responded to a study that highlights the lack of competition in the supermarket sector, with regulatory changes expected to come in the future. [ + ]
Rosella ladles up paper-based soup cartons
The company has begun to use paper-based packaging in place of cans for a selection of soup flavours. [ + ]
Arnott's commits to recyclable packaging
The biscuit company has committed to transition its soft plastic packaging from multi- to mono-material, so it is fully recyclable, by the end of 2023. [ + ]

