Industry News
A-peeling grant backs prawn farmers to go digital
The grants are designed to accelerate the adoption of digital systems on Queensland prawn farms. [ + ]
FSANZ calls for comment on electrolyte drink labelling
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has called for comment on proposed changes to the regulation of electrolyte drinks. [ + ]
3D printing model available for Aussie red meat processors
The AMPC, together with Markforged and Konica Minolta, is working to establish an industry-owned 3D printing model to help red meat processors print equipment parts. [ + ]
NewCold cold store facility in Victoria to be expanded
Cold chain logistics company invests $160 million to expand cold store facility in Victoria, Australia, and announces new partnership with Simplot. [ + ]
Marketing restrictions could hit F&B sector
While there are no plans to ban junk food advertising in Australia and New Zealand, if some global marketing restrictions are imposed then it could cost the sector billions. [ + ]
Serving size guide for food is open for feedback
The Australian Government's Healthy Food Partnership is seeking feedback on its voluntary Industry Best Practice Guide for Serving Sizes. [ + ]
Workplace Health & Safety Show returns to Sydney in September
The Workplace Health & Safety Show will return to Sydney with an interactive learning experience that will feature more than 100 brands. [ + ]
Scientist develop non-GM probiotic
Researchers have cultivated a well-known probiotic to naturally grow in milk without the use of gene editing, which could potentially lead to infant product applications. [ + ]
Kellogg's launches gluten-free Coco Pops in Australia
Kellogg’s Australia now has gluten-free versions of Coco Pops and Sultana Bran cereals as part of its gluten-free portfolio. [ + ]
Getting compostable fruit labels ready for NZ phase-out
As New Zealand plans to phase out non-compostable plastic labels by mid-2023, a Kiwi company is working on the development of a home-compostable fruit label. [ + ]
Green water bottles created by new recycling technology
Nestlé has unveiled prototypes for its Perrier water bottles based on a novel recycling technology. [ + ]
Packaging Forum backs NZ plastics phase-out, with caution
The Packaging Forum has welcomed the New Zealand Government's move to phase out difficult-to-recycle and some single-use plastics. Find out more about the phase-out timeline... [ + ]
No whey! Plant-based protein shakes could be on the rise
Potato and rice protein shakes may be potential viable alternatives to milk-based whey protein shakes, and may even help diabetics, according to a UK study. [ + ]
Label to help improve consumer trust in A2 milk products
A Swiss food testing company has launched a label which is designed to help consumers clearly identify authentic A2 milk products. [ + ]
foodpro 2021 rescheduled to October
The July event for foodpro 2021 has been rescheduled to now run in October 2021, due to the unfolding COVID situation in Sydney. [ + ]
