Industry News
Carton packaging: environmental study
The study findings show that if all of Australia's F&B products were in cartons, the impact of packaging on climate change could be reduced by up to 12 times. [ + ]
Winners of SA’s Food and Beverage Awards announced
The winners of the 2020 South Australian Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards have been announced, showcasing the state’s best companies in the sector. [ + ]
Giving plastic packaging a digital identity for recycling
PACCOR has introduced digital identity to its plastic packaging solutions, enabling the correct identification of each package throughout the value chain. [ + ]
Cybersecurity risks of re-onshoring Australian manufacturing
The pandemic has caused the re-onshoring of Australian manufacturing, potentially leaving businesses vulnerable to cyber attacks. [ + ]
Two hygienic design requirements added by GFSI
The food safety organisation said the requirements will have practical ramifications for food processing companies and their equipment suppliers. [ + ]
Water-efficient rice research
Scientists predict that the introduction of the more efficient C4 photosynthesis traits into rice can potentially double water use efficiency. [ + ]
Australia's grain sector to tap into plant-based meat substitutes
Growing appetite for plant-based meat substitutes brings opportunity for Australia's grain, oilseeds and pulse sector. [ + ]
Q&A with Natural Evolution's Krista Watkins
Krista Watkins from Natural Evolution Foods will be speaking as part of FIAL's Food Matrix on Thursday, 19 November. [ + ]
Verizon's 5G launch to improve manufacturing industry
Telecommunications company Verizon announced the launch of its international private 5G platform for global enterprises located in the Asia–Pacific region. [ + ]
Why people think pretty foods are healthier
A University of Southern California study has explored whether attractive food might seem healthier to consumers. [ + ]
Native grains show future food potential
The one-year research project showed the environmental, economic and cultural viability of growing native grains for bread on Gamilaraay country, NSW. [ + ]
Free mental health webinar for manufacturing industry
A free webinar on workplace mental health for the manufacturing industry will be delivered by R U OK? Director and author Graeme Cowan next Monday. [ + ]
Australia's best olives announced after reduced harvest
The winners of the 2020 Australian International Olive Awards have been announced, but the award-winning produce is limited due to a poor harvest season. [ + ]
Five food trends that will shape the industry in 2021
ADM has released a report on the five food and beverage trends that will impact the way consumers eat and drink in the new year. [ + ]
Alternative Dairy's home-grown plant milk sales triple
The company reported its strongest sales on record for its home-grown range of plant milks, despite the negative impact of the pandemic on the nation's cafes. [ + ]
