Industry News
Coca-Cola Amatil receives European acquisition offer
UK-based Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) has proposed a $9.3 non-binding offer to acquire 69.2% of the entire existing share capital of CCL. [ + ]
Call for comment on an enzyme processing aid
FSANZ is calling for comment on an application to allow an existing enzyme processing aid to be produced from a new source in the Food Standards Code. [ + ]
F&A sector: from annus horribilis to $200 billion by 2030
The Australian food and agribusiness sector is set to soar, according to a report that identifies 10 future trends and 19 growth opportunities for the sector. [ + ]
Listeria management in low-risk foods
The American Frozen Food Institute has published a report on alternative approaches to the risk management of Listeria in low-risk foods. [ + ]
Alfa Laval opens application and innovation centre in Denmark
The centre will accelerate innovation for Alfa Laval products used in the food and pharmaceutical industries. [ + ]
How healthy is pink salt?
A study found levels of potentially harmful minerals within pink salt products sold in Australia. [ + ]
ProSweets Cologne 2021 confectionery tradeshow to go ahead
The supplier tradefair will exhibit companies with the latest innovations and progress regarding sustainable and digital packing concepts. [ + ]
$2m wheat power partnership to fight climate change
The initiative brings together Mars Petcare, Kellogg's, Manildra, Charles Sturt University and Food Agility Cooperative Research Centre. [ + ]
Flavour developed by artificial intelligence
Firmenich has developed what is claimed to be the "first ever" flavour made by artificial intelligence. [ + ]
DuPont sets example for sustainable palm oil
The company was recognised by the WWF, who published more than 30 case studies documenting industry efforts to transition to 100% sustainable palm oil. [ + ]
tna Connects: virtual learning hub for food manufacturing
The tna Connects platform launches from 9–12 November with a series of four virtual roundtables on conveying, packaging, processing and seasoning topics. [ + ]
Growing steaks in space
Aleph Farms has launced its 'Aleph Zero' program to grow steaks in space. [ + ]
Milk processor pays penalty for breach of Dairy Code
The ACCC issued the Union Dairy Company with an infringement notice for allegedly failing to comply with its publishing obligations under the Dairy Code. [ + ]
Call for comment on new type of sweetener
FSANZ is calling for comment on an application to allow an existing sweetener, steviol glycoside, from a new source in the Food Standards Code. [ + ]
Pringles can set for eco makeover
The current tube is made up of foil, paper board, metal and plastic, making it difficult to be recycled through the existing household recycling system. [ + ]
