Industry News
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. [ + ]
'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. [ + ]
Flexicon expands global headquarters in the US
Flexicon Corporation has announced it has expanded manufacturing space at its headquarters in the USA. [ + ]
Agolin and Barry Callebaut trial method for low-carbon milk
Agolin SA has used its feed supplement in a methodogy trial to quantify and certify CO2 reductions for dairy producers. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Qld egg farmer gets carbon neutral certified
Queensland egg farmer Yallamundi Farm has become Climate Active Carbon Neutral certified well ahead of its target for 2022. [ + ]
Australian wine industry needs new focus post China tariffs
If new markets are not established, China's anti-dumping measures could cost at least $2.4 billion over a five-year period. [ + ]
Digital twins of orchards created to boost food production
Scientists are creating 'digital twins' of mango and macadamia orchards to help boost food production. [ + ]
Meat quality research project receives ARC Linkage grant
The University of Adelaide has been awarded nearly $2 million in Linkage grants by the Australian Research Council (ARC) for four projects — one could benefit the meat industry. [ + ]
Amcor unveils compostable packaging partnership
Amcor has partnered with compostable packaging producer TIPA to bring compostable packaging to ANZ. [ + ]
Krill protein pilot plant being built in Norway
As the functional 'new' foods sector grows, GEA is set to design and develop a pilot plant for krill protein products for the food and beverage market. [ + ]
AIP to support PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2021
Event organisers PMMI confirmed it will be an in-person event held on 27-29 September at the Las Vegas Convention Centre, USA. [ + ]
Results of latest Australian Total Diet Study released
The FSANZ study investigated levels of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in a broad range of foods and beverages — the results are good news for Australians. [ + ]
Paper alternative for blister tablet packaging wins award
Syntegon and Huhtamaki develop a sustainable paper alternative to plastic blisters for tablets and capsules, which has won a German Packaging Award. [ + ]
