Industry News
Fake meat from by-product of soy milk production
Researchers develop a meat analogue using fermented okara (soy press cake), which is claimed to be nutritious with less salt and saturated fats than real meat. [ + ]
Mars Wrigley unwraps investment for its Ballarat factory
The $30 million investment will see improvements to its current lines as well as the introduction of new ranges. [ + ]
Youfoodz to build new production facility in Qld
Youfoodz is set to begin construction of a purpose-built 13,700m2 facility in Queensland, which could double production. [ + ]
CSIRO applications now open for agrifood SMEs
The CSIRO has opened applications to its program designed for SMEs who want to investigate their R&D opportunities in the agrifood sector. [ + ]
Case-in point: scientists develop plant-protein probiotic
Canadian researchers are developing a plant-based fermented beverage with a nutritional quality comparable to casein, an animal protein found in milk. [ + ]
Brewing a high-tech coffee
Researchers at VTT in Finland have produced lab-grown coffee that tastes and smells like the real deal. [ + ]
Buzz-iness is good for bee-free honey start-up
A Californian start-up that produces honey without any bees has seen interest from investors. [ + ]
Chips? Just what the doctor ordered
It might soon be possible to take medicine via a plate of hot chips, thanks to a technology being developed at the University of Queensland. [ + ]
Order up: robot cooks and prints custom food
Researchers have developed a method of printing and cooking food using blue lasers. [ + ]
Plant-based milk on trend: oat milk is UK's favourite
One in three Brits now drink plant-based milk with oat milk overtaking almond milk to become the nation's best selling vegan milk, according to Mintel research. [ + ]
Tasty analysis: cocoa flavour profile method
The methodology can be used to analyse the flavour profile of cocoa from any point in the supply chain, from cocoa bean to chocolate bar. [ + ]
Cadbury to transition to recycled packaging
Mondelēz International has announced it will source recycled plastic using advanced recycling technology to use in a range of Australia's Cadbury chocolate blocks. [ + ]
New guidelines on tap for influencers advertising alcohol
The new guidance, endorsed by Alcohol Beverages Australia, sets out transparency and age-related recommendations for influencers. [ + ]
Forbidden Foods scales up company with Blue Dinosaur buyout
The millennial-focused snack company is being bought for $4 million, with growth expected to continue through the year. [ + ]
Dairy group applauds moo-ve to adopt traceability guideline
The traceability guideline outlines a standardised approach for the Australian dairy industry to track and identify product as it runs through the supply chain. [ + ]
