Industry News
Using science to develop functional food formulations
Food science has determined how certain processed foods could trigger chronic kidney disease, but by introducing foods containing a specialised fibre, the effects can be improved. [ + ]
Nestlé launches dairy-free Milo in Asia
The plant-based versions of the company's chocolate malt drink and its Nescafé latte range are being released in Malaysia in April. [ + ]
Natural cyan blue food colouring developed
Scientists have developed a naturally sourced colourant that could replace synthetic blue dye in the food industry. [ + ]
Japanese food pairs better with shady wine
The research findings could provide wine growers with an opportunity to crack into the Japanese market by tweaking production in accordance with the local flavours. [ + ]
Students turn peanut waste into packaging
A student-led design that turns leftover peanut husks into packaging has won a global award for sustainable innovative packaging. [ + ]
Disinfection tech developed for hen eggs
The technology has been developed to kill bacteria on the surface of egg shells and allow the growth of healthy chickens. [ + ]
Growing meat on spinach skeletons
US researchers have developed an edible platform out of spinach that can be used to grow meat cells. [ + ]
Bombay Sapphire commits to 100% sustainable botanicals
Bombay Sapphire has announced it is on track to have all 10 of its botanical ingredients be certified sustainable in 2021. [ + ]
Side-stream products of malting have potential in food
Researchers have found the waste product generated from the process of malting has antioxidant properties and has potential to be used in the food industry. [ + ]
The impact COVID had on global food security
An international team of scientists have conducted a world-level assessment of the impacts of COVID-19 on food security. [ + ]
Ferrero scales up sustainability and traceability
Confectionery brand Ferrero has announced it achieved its 2020 target of 100% sustainable cocoa sourced through independently managed standards. [ + ]
Could seaweed be the new vegan trend?
A new partnership hopes to latch onto vegan health food trends by developing new ingredients and food made from Australian marine bioproducts such as seaweed. [ + ]
Nestlé puts anti-viral screen protection on coffee machines
Nestlé Professional has announced it will deploy anti-viral and anti-bacterial self-disinfecting screen protectors for its out-of-home coffee machines. [ + ]
Food and beverage grants open in $1.3bn initiative
The funding aims to help manufacturers scale up production, commercialise their products and operations, and integrate into domestic and global supply chains. [ + ]
Tetra Pak invests in tethered caps and paper straws
Tetra Pak has announced it is ready to deploy its portfolio of tethered cap and paper straw solutions, as it accelerates its initiatives to be more sustainable. [ + ]
