Industry News
Cherry on top: global cherry export project launched in NZ
New Zealand horticultural consultancy Hortinvest will manage Deep Creek Fruits, a consolidation of two large-scale cherry developments in Central Otago, NZ. [ + ]
Mars Wrigley boosts local chocolate factory
Mars Wrigley Australia will invest $300,000 to bring new technologies to its chocolate factory in Ballarat and launches M&M's Pretzel. [ + ]
WA meat processor welcomes $300K state government grant
Western Meat Packers Group has received a $300,000 state government grant, which will help maximise yields from each beef animal and open up new markets. [ + ]
Study finds health foods big on buzzwords
A University of Sydney study has found that healthy snack foods contain more buzzwords than their non-health counterparts, despite being only slightly healthier. [ + ]
Acrylamide-reducing yeast now 'organic' in EU
Kerry's Acryleast, a clean-label, non-GMO yeast enzyme that reduces acrylamide in food and beverage products, is now deemed 'organic suitable' in the EU. [ + ]
Effects of insect meal, microalgae on poultry meat quality
Researchers have investigated whether alternative protein sources such as insect and microalgae alter meat quality when fed to chickens. [ + ]
4 million Aussies self-diagnosing food allergies, study reveals
Research has revealed that more than 4 million Australians are self-diagnosing food allergies and intolerances. [ + ]
Chocolate maker Barry Callebaut buys GKC Foods (Australia)
Chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut completes acquisition of GKC Foods (Australia), a producer of chocolate, coatings and fillings. [ + ]
Aussie wine consumption stable during COVID-19 lockdown
Research from the University of South Australia has shown that wine consumption rates have maintained steady pre-COVID-19 rates, even during lockdown. [ + ]
Farmers can now grow food-grade wheatgrass
A food-grade wheatgrass variety called MN-Clearwater has been released for public use. The variety can provide new flavours for food products. [ + ]
Conviction in NZ for selling potentially hazardous goat meat
A dairy owner and company in New Zealand have been convicted for processing and selling goat meat outside of food safety rules and having unhygienic practices. [ + ]
Consumers just like beer, regardless of bitterness source
A study could help in quality assurance at breweries, as it found beer consumers could be more forgiving than previously believed when it comes to bitterness. [ + ]
Traceability program adds value to food supply chains
A national traceability program could help supply chains achieve end-to-end traceability and lift capability across the sector. [ + ]
Food additive in desserts alters gut microbiota in mice
Research from the University of Massachusetts Amherst suggests that the food additive titanium dioxide, also known as E171, can disrupt the gut microbiome. [ + ]
Sweet treats to be made using 100% renewable energy
Mondelēz plans to switch to using 100% renewable energy at two of its Melbourne factories that make Cadbury, The Natural Confectionery Company and Pascall treats. [ + ]
