Industry News
Time to plan compressed air maintenance
Using the festive shutdown to recalibrate and refresh your compressed air system will go a long way to ensure that you can hit the ground running in 2021. [ + ]
South Australian Food Awards finalists announced
The winners will be announced on 13 November at the Awards Gala Dinner, which will proceed as restrictions lift on gatherings in South Australia. [ + ]
Australian AI app puts Sri Lankan tuna under microscope
The app takes a photo of the tuna and then quickly determines a grade so it can be labelled and sent to the appropriate store. [ + ]
High number of breaches on alcohol packaging standards
"... most of the breaches relating to the prohibition on alcohol packaging having strong or evident appeal to under 18s." [ + ]
Six trends that could shape the future of the food industry
What must food companies do to survive and thrive between now and 2050? [ + ]
Rio Tinto and AB InBev sign on to make sustainable cans
Both companies have signed on to produce low-carbon aluminium that meets industry-leading sustainability standards. [ + ]
New Zealand craft soda wins award for cannabis-inspired terpene innovation
The company's terpene blends promote energy, focus or relaxation, depending on the terpene used. [ + ]
Global food processing equipment market is projected to reach more than $123 billion by 2027
The report highlights several factors that will contribute to a compound annual growth rate of 6.2% in the seven-year period. [ + ]
Sweet success: confectionery growth during pandemic
Despite the challenges of the pandemic, many confectionery brands are achieving growth on the back of new flavours and product innovations. [ + ]
Pandemic impacts food machinery lead times
A pandemic-induced shift of focus for food manufacturers has created surges of demand for food machinery, which is impacting lead times. [ + ]
AgriFutures welcome five new board directors
The Chair of AgriFutures Australia has welcomed five new non-executive directors to the board. [ + ]
Five start-ups shortlisted for FoodBytes! discovery program
The start-ups have been shortlisted to take part in Rabobank's global food and agri start-up ‘discovery program’ FoodBytes! Virtual Pitch 2020. [ + ]
Karicare milk formula to become carbon neutral
Danone's Karicare milk formula brand in Australia and New Zealand commits to reduce and offset 100% of its carbon emissions. [ + ]
Mondi wins awards for sustainable food packaging
Global packaging and paper manufacturer Mondi has been recognised in this year's Austrian Green Star Packaging Awards for two recent sustainable packaging innovations. [ + ]
Spirits high with Yackandandah distillery support
Family-owned distillery Backwoods Distilling Company will receive a grant from the Victorian Government that could help triple its spirit production. [ + ]