Industry News
CCEP program set to recover PET from across the Pacific
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners program with Circular Plastics Australia is set to recover over 2000 tonnes of PET collected from Pacific Island nations each year. [ + ]
Zipform to develop meat trays using PulPac's fibre-based technology
PulPac has signed Australian-based Zipform Packaging as a new licensee of its Dry Molded Fiber technology designed for food packaging applications. [ + ]
Are consumers ready for food made from seafood sidestreams?
A European survey says 74% have a positive or neutral attitude towards eating food made from filleting sidestreams, which could open up opportunities for food processors. [ + ]
New rules for caffeinated products
Food Ministers have agreed to amend the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code to introduce new requirements for the retail sale of caffeine and guarana extract as a food. [ + ]
Australian National Campylobacter Action Plan, call to register interest
The action plan being developed to address the leading cause of bacterial foodborne illness in Australia, is calling for stakeholders to register their interest. [ + ]
What's on trend in the non-alcoholic beverage market?
Water and no/low-sugar carbonated drinks are now dominating the beverage aisle, according to a 28-year trend analysis of evolving tastes in the market. [ + ]
Olympic showcase of distinctively local produce set for 2032
'Feeding the Brisbane 2032 Games' white paper details how this event could showcase local produce and provide a lasting legacy for how food is produced and distributed in Australia. [ + ]
ARBS 2026 opens in one week
The refrigeration, air conditioning and building services sector event is running from 5–7 May in Melbourne. [ + ]
Fonterra makes interim leadership changes for ingredients business
Prior to the start of Fonterra's new CEO on 1 May 2026, interim leadership changes have been made to cover his previous role in the Global Ingredients business. [ + ]
Novel shock method for calculating coffee flavour
US scientists have developed a quick test that applies voltage to black coffee to determine its strength and roast. [ + ]
Migrating microplastics from packaging, new study released
The study quantifies the scale of microplastic migration from plastic packaging into food and drink. [ + ]
SAVE FOOD Expert Talks at interpack on 12 May
The SAVE FOOD Expert Talks will allow participants to gain a better understanding about how packaging can reduce food losses along the supply chain. [ + ]
Two Aussie startups join PepsiCo's Greenhouse Program
The seven-month program will provide the two Sydney-based startups and three others with opportunities to fast-track their solutions into PepsiCo's supply chain. [ + ]
IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2026 spotlight dairy innovations
Entries for the IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2026 are open until 5 June, with winners being revealed in Auckland at the IDF World Dairy Summit. [ + ]
Food sector requires a rethink about food waste, NZ survey says
An NZ food sector survey found that only one in three businesses believe their food waste is under control, highlighting untapped performance opportunities. [ + ]
