Industry News
Aerofloat Australia achieves three ISO certifications
Wastewater treatment company Aerofloat Australia has achieved ISO standards certification for three of its integrated management systems. [ + ]
Consumers urged to buy Australian in wake of COVID-19
Consumers are urged to buy Australian products, to fast-track recovery from COVID-19. Here, Australian Made clarifies which logos denote genuine Aussie products. [ + ]
$10m mission to support resilient food supply chains
The Food Agility CRC is urging agrifood and tech businesses to join Mission Food for Life, a $10 million initiative to bolster resilience in food supply chains. [ + ]
Curbing sugar cravings with gymnema sylvestre mint
A study by Massey University has found that gymnema sylvestre mint, a plant compound, can suppress taste responses to sweet compounds and reduce sugar cravings. [ + ]
Study reveals best label for seafood grown from cells
A study by Rutgers University has determined the best term to use for seafood made from the cells of fish or shellfish, grown for commercial sale. [ + ]
James Mann appointed Chair of Dairy Australia
Board Director James Mann has been appointed Chair of Dairy Australia following the decision of Jeff Odgers to step down early from the role. [ + ]
Gluten-free barley honoured at Australian technology awards
Professor Michelle Colgrave from Edith Cowan University and CSIRO was awarded the ICM Agrifood Award for her ultralow-gluten barley discovery. [ + ]
Ensuring microbial safety of frozen foods with pulsed light
Bonduelle North America is considering the application of pulsed light technology when processing frozen vegetables, to ensure its products are Listeria-free. [ + ]
Meat industry safety during COVID-19
With cases of COVID-19 growing in meat processing plants, AMIC has disputed claims that the meat industry is responsible for the transmission of COVID-19. [ + ]
Preharvest water protocol for leafy greens safety
The US FDA has announced a new protocol to help farmers protect the safety of produce intended for consumers, like romaine lettuce and other leafy greens. [ + ]
Bittersweet impact of COVID-19 on chocolate consumption
Global chocolate consumption has fallen in recent months due to COVID-19 restrictions, according to a report released by Rabobank. [ + ]
FSANZ to review ban on concentrated caffeine
FSANZ is calling for comment on its review of a ban on the retail sale of pure and highly concentrated caffeine food products. [ + ]
Which bacteria qualify as probiotics?
A new scientifc paper describes four simple criteria for accurate use of the word probiotic, with the aim to reduce confusion around the health benefits of probiotic foods. [ + ]
Brownes Dairy to launch locally made cheddar cheese
Brownes Dairy will launch a range of cheddar cheeses made in Western Australia to boost the dairy industry and create jobs along the supply chain. [ + ]
Australian wines sales agreement with Canada
Australian and Canadian Governments have reached an agreement to remove discriminatory measures impeding Australian wine sales in Canadian provinces. [ + ]
