Industry News
New Zealand oyster farming system wins innovation award
FlipFarm Systems received recognition for its semi-automated oyster farming technology that is now seeing use in dozens of farms around the world. [ + ]
Colour me surprised: studying how colour impacts consumers
New research has been launched that analyses how consumers respond to colours in foods and branding. [ + ]
EU study reveals herb and spice food fraud
A study was conducted to understand how fraudulent and unauthorised additives were sold in herbs and spices in the European Union. [ + ]
AFGC encourages consumers to buy early for Christmas
A pallet shortage is likely to have an effect on the ease of buying Christmas goodies, with the AFGC urging people to get their shopping done early. [ + ]
Nestlé Australia powered by wind
The multifaceted food company will now use 100% renewable electricity for its factories and facilities. [ + ]
Cultured meat company builds up with funding
The company has developed a low-cost scaffolding technology that makes growing meat in a lab more accessible. [ + ]
Consumers are increasingly reaching for non-alcoholic drinks
Brewers and other alcohol manufacturers are developing alcohol-free beverages as consumers show an increased willingness to forego alcohol entirely. [ + ]
Mondi receives Hungaropack award
The packaging company was recognised for its sustainable packaging. [ + ]
Enmin expansion continues with launch of new electrical division
Enmin has expanded its range of services with a dedicated electrical services division to encompass all forms of electrical installation and maintenance. [ + ]
evian launches recycled plastic bottle range
Planning to become circular by 2025, the bottled water company has now introduced a range of 'bottles made from bottles' to reduce the use of virgin plastic. [ + ]
APCO releases Collective Impact Report
The report outlines the progress being made towards the 2025 National Packaging Targets and offers recommendations on how to meet them. [ + ]
AIP releases 2021 Salary Survey report
The report details the make-up of packaging industry members and covers information such as salary, experience and education. [ + ]
University of Queensland to launch food innovation group
Funding has been allocated to the university as part of a scheme by the Australian Government to combine local businesses with academic know-how. [ + ]
JBS moves into cultivated meat sector
With the acquisition of a cultivated meat company, JBS has signalled that it will be moving steadily into the field of grown proteins. [ + ]
Plant-based foods rise in popularity since pandemic began
Since the beginning of the pandemic, plant-based foods, dairy alternatives in particular, have proven to be increasingly popular. [ + ]
