Industry News
Matthews to launch fresh produce barcoding solution
Matthews is launching its iDSnet Cloud barcoding solution for Australia's fresh produce sector at Hort Connections in Brisbane from 7–9 June 2021. [ + ]
FSANZ calls for comment on new fibre testing method
FSANZ has called for comment on an application to permit a new method of analysis for total dietary fibre in food and food ingredients. [ + ]
ANZ ministers support draft for food system reforms
ANZ ministers have supported the use of a draft that looks to modernise and reform the Food Regulation System. [ + ]
MT and EVRYTHNG partner to digitalise global food safety
Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection (MT) has partnered with cloud-based platform EVRYTHING to further the digitalisation of global food safety. [ + ]
Packaging efficiency report for the Aussie craft brewer
OFS has released new data that shows how Australian craft brewers are faring in efficiency on the packing line, raising issues on the amount of time they spend not making beer. [ + ]
Qld food exporters pitch to importers at virtual trade fair
Queensland companies have pitched a range of F&B products in a virtual trade fair featuring importers and distributors in 12 major Asian cities. [ + ]
Indulgent flavours bring a new twist at breakfast time
The indulgent flavours of biscuits and cakes are becoming a staple at breakfast time, according to new research. [ + ]
Aussie partnership develops sustainable sparkling bottle
Vinpac International has partnered with Australian glass packaging company Orora to create a sustainable 750 mL sparkling bottle in an effort to reduce waste. [ + ]
Cultivated meat to make up 40% of future meat intake
Cultivated meat is likely to make up 40% of future meat intake, taking up a significant chunk of the meat market, according to new research. [ + ]
Anuga tradeshow unveils digital hybrid format
The new online hybrid format for Anuga promises to connect industry participants digitally amid travel restrictions. [ + ]
ANZPAC Plastic Pact sets ambitious 2025 targets
With 60 founding members, the ANZPAC Plastics Pact promises to unite the plastic supply chain to achieve ambitious 2025 targets to eliminate plastic waste. [ + ]
Test strip detects prohibited meats in Halal food
A five-in-one strip test has been developed to detect traces of five prohibited meats in food in one single test; it also reduces processing time. [ + ]
AIP announces virtual site tour of Planet Protector Packaging
Tour attendees will hear the story of the development and manufacturing of Planet Protector Packaging's international award-winning Woolpack product. [ + ]
ACCC cracks down on dairy compliance as deadline approaches
The Dairy Code of Conduct is an industry code regulating the conduct of farmers and milk processors in their dealings with one another. [ + ]
NSW Government pledges $50 million to tackle mouse plague
The $50 million package aims to help rural areas deal with a mouse plague that has decimated crops and wreaked havoc on NSW farms. [ + ]
