Industry News
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Suntory sprouts plant-based plastic bottles
The sustainable, recyclable bottles are made entirely from plant-based materials and were developed over 10 years. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Siemens and Flinders University announce collaboration
The technology company and university will work together in a wide range of sectors including food and beverages. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Responding safely to ammonia refrigerant leaks
Developing an action plan for chemical leaks is prudent for both business and the safety of employees. [ + ]
$20m impact investment in Aboriginal food business
Hudson Food Group has made an impact investment in The Dreaming Food Group, which was established by Aboriginal-owned Biripi Capital in 2021. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Colour me surprised: studying how colour impacts consumers
New research has been launched that analyses how consumers respond to colours in foods and branding. [ + ]
New Zealand oyster farming system wins innovation award
FlipFarm Systems received recognition for its semi-automated oyster farming technology that is now seeing use in dozens of farms around the world. [ + ]
EU study reveals herb and spice food fraud
A study was conducted to understand how fraudulent and unauthorised additives were sold in herbs and spices in the European Union. [ + ]
Dairy and packaging duo work to reduce virgin plastic use
Wipak and Saputo Dairy UK have joined forces to reduce the use of virgin plastic in cheese packaging. [ + ]
Amcor flattens the problem of recycling tiny bottles
Amcor Rigid Packaging has developed a technology that could see billions of bottles kept from landfill each year. [ + ]

