Industry News
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. [ + ]
New Zealand invests in seaweed farming
A regenerative seaweed farming pilot has been financially backed by the New Zealand Government. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Key dates for ARBS 2022
Calls have been put out for speakers and award nominees for the HVAC, refrigeration and building services event. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Siemens and Flinders University announce collaboration
The technology company and university will work together in a wide range of sectors including food and beverages. [ + ]
FSANZ calls for submission on starch enzyme
The enzyme would be used in baking and brewing, and testing has revealed no health or safety issues with its potential use. [ + ]
Synlait releases sustainability report
The report features information about the dairy company's approach to increasing the sustainability of its operations in the last year and the future. [ + ]
Beef market to contract in 2022
Changes in beef production around the world, in combination with the effects of COVID-19 and shipping disruptions, are leading to the market tightening. [ + ]
