Industry News
FSANZ calls for comment on infant formula method
The new method involves creating an oligosaccharide for infant formula using genetically modified bacteria. [ + ]
New Zealand invests in seaweed farming
A regenerative seaweed farming pilot has been financially backed by the New Zealand Government. [ + ]
Making large-scale cultivated meat production more affordable
Aleph Farms and WACKER develop an open supply chain solution for proteins to help eliminiate cost barriers for large-scale production of cultivated meat. [ + ]
Food and grocery body pushes for strategic approach
The AFGC is arguing that a coordinated and strategic approach needs to be taken by the food and grocery sector in order to see high levels of growth. [ + ]
Further government funding announced for manufacturing
The second round of funding under the Modern Manufacturing Initiative has been announced, with applications open for food and beverage projects on 17 December. [ + ]
Lemon myrtle goes organic
An Australian company has had its lemon myrtle products certified as organic as it expands its operation with a new farm and the planting of thousands of trees. [ + ]
Asahi joins container return group VicRecycle
VicRecycle is bidding to become the coordinator of Victoria's container deposit scheme and aims to utilise a community organisation model. [ + ]
Yili Group builds ice-cream factory hub
Yili Group's ice-cream factory in Indonesia is set to become the country's largest by producing four million ice-cream products per day. [ + ]
Modern Manufacturing Expo being held in Sydney in 2022
Australia's first Modern Manufacturing Expo will be held at the Sydney Showground from 20–21 September 2022. [ + ]
Scientists stabilise vibrant blue colouring for food use
Cornell researchers have discovered a method that may allow phycocyanin, the main ingredient of blue spirulina, to be used more widely as a food dye. [ + ]
Key dates for ARBS 2022
Calls have been put out for speakers and award nominees for the HVAC, refrigeration and building services event. [ + ]
FSANZ calls for comments on GM wheat strain
The genetically modified wheat would be used in flours and baked goods and was developed to protect against environmental stress. [ + ]
Researchers discover how to boost sales of ugly foods
Researchers have found that ugly vegetables can be sold at full price if consumers are made aware of the produce's nutritional and social value. [ + ]
Suntory sprouts plant-based plastic bottles
The sustainable, recyclable bottles are made entirely from plant-based materials and were developed over 10 years. [ + ]
Chr. Hansen wins innovation award for culturing technology
The company received the award for its food cultures with bioprotection technology that are used in dairy production. [ + ]
