Industry News
Meet the Makers event gathers Qld food producers
The Food & Agribusiness Network event will see companies from across SE Queensland gather to show off their products and demonstrate the manufacturing prowess of the region. [ + ]
Research: Microplastics entering human food chain
A team of SA scientists has warned that microplastics are now finding their way into human food supplies — including wild-caught and ocean-farmed fish and seafood. [ + ]
A jam-packed schedule for SA food industry
A bevy of events is running in the coming weeks in South Australia for the bustling food manufacturing industry in the state. [ + ]
Amcor launches Lift-Off packaging innovation initiative
The search is on for innovative packaging start-ups, who could receive up to $250,000 from Amcor to develop their products. [ + ]
FSANZ requests comments on GM-sourced dairy processing aid
Comments are being called for regarding the use of an enzyme, produced by a genetically modified source, for processing dairy. [ + ]
Research points to nutritionally charged infant formula
Newly published research has found that high concentrations of the sugars in breastmilk are safe for babies, marking the possibility of new infant formulas. [ + ]
New Vic facility to teach chocolate and gelato craft
TAFE students will be able to learn how to make ice cream and chocolate at a new $795,600 high-tech facility in Melbourne, including traditional gelato-making techniques. [ + ]
Tracing foodborne outbreaks back to source
US scientists aim to help trace Escherichia coli (E. coli) O157:H7 back to its source during a foodborne outbreak investigation by using its DNA study data. [ + ]
$4.4million plant-based protein research partnership
The GrainCorp, CSIRO and v2food research partnership will help to develop processing expertise using the proteins found in soybeans, among other crops. [ + ]
New factory expands Proseal's Australian reach
Proseal has moved to a new factory in order to keep up with the country's rising demand. [ + ]
TricorBraun expands in Australia with PB Packaging acquisition
TricorBraun announced its plans to acquire PB Packaging as it expands its presence in the Australian market. [ + ]
FSANZ asks for feedback about review of infant formula
A call for submissions regarding infant formulas has been made by the food standards agency, which will be reviewing the regulations covering these products. [ + ]
Report: Wine industry facing five unique challenges
Research from Rabobank shows that while the wine industry is currently facing problems, responding to them cleverly could alleviate their impact. [ + ]
Australia–India partnership an opportunity for winemakers
This agreement is seen as an opportunity for Australia's wine industry in the Indian market while allowing it to recover from the market loss in China. [ + ]
Dairy Innovation Awards open for entries
Focusing on sustainability and innovative practices, the IDF Dairy Innovation Awards are designed to celebrate competitors from around the world. [ + ]
