Industry News
US scientists create Listeria map for pathogen tracing
Cornell food scientists have developed a mapping tool designed to track the deadly foodborne pathogen Listeria monocytogenes, which could provide benefits for the food industry. [ + ]
$55m dairy project to address key industry issues
The initiative, called DairyBio21-26, will support scientific research focused on genetic improvements to animals and forage species. [ + ]
Craft beer more unique than mass-produced, says study
In news that vindicates beer snobs far and wide, researchers have discovered that craft beer is more unique when compared to mass-produced brews. [ + ]
Health benefits of the watermelon
Using big data and computational biology, researchers in the USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) have now identified all the phytochemicals in watermelon. [ + ]
Low GI sugar process recognised by UN Food Systems Summit
The Nucane process is being used to create low-GI sugar at a NSW mill. [ + ]
EU ruling coud help Australian plant-based food exporters
Australian plant-based food exporters are now able to market their products with descriptive words such as 'buttery' and 'creamy' in the European Union. [ + ]
Proseal to unveil tray sealer range at Foodpro
Food machinery supplier Proseal Australia will showcase a range of tray sealing machines for fresh products and ready meals at its Foodpro stand this October. [ + ]
Testing kit developed for native bush fruits
The digital chemistry toolkit could help in the production of popular native fruits such as Kakadu, Green and Burdekin plums. [ + ]
SPC requires all staff to be fully vaccinated by December
Food manufacturer SPC is mandating that all of its staff must be fully vaccinated by the end of November to gain entry to any of the company's locations. [ + ]
ACCC recommits to infant formula marketing restrictions
The ACCC accepted that the MAIF Agreement would continue to ensure important restrictions on the promotion of breastmilk substitutes. [ + ]
Nominations open for ARBS 2022 Industry Awards
The ARBS 2022 Industry Awards event recognises excellence and outstanding contributions within Australia's HVAC, refrigeration and building services industry. [ + ]
'Rosie' view on Australian manufacturing from AMCG
The AMCG learning module hosted by Dr 'Rosie' Barnes is designed to help food and beverage manufacturers take advantage of current opportunities. [ + ]
Program released for Australasian Packaging mini conference
The AIP has announced that the full program for the 2021 Australasian Packaging mini conference is available. [ + ]
Recyclable tags: the best thing since sliced bread
Tip Top will roll out its 100% recycled and recyclable cardboard bread tags across New South Wales and Victoria this month. [ + ]
Flexicon expands global headquarters in the US
Flexicon Corporation has announced it has expanded manufacturing space at its headquarters in the USA. [ + ]