Industry News
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. [ + ]
Wilmar Sugar crops on track for good season
Wilmar's sugar mills had processed a total of 10.48 million tonnes of cane by 8 October. [ + ]
Purple corn, purple corn
Australian researchers are unlocking the benefits of purple sweet corn, which has high levels of specific phytonutrients. [ + ]
Fonterra farmers implement report to lower emissions
The profiles form part of a Farm Environmental Report, which combines a GHG Report and Nitrogen Risk Scorecard. [ + ]
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." [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Six trends that could shape the future of the food industry
What must food companies do to survive and thrive between now and 2050? [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
AgriFutures welcome five new board directors
The Chair of AgriFutures Australia has welcomed five new non-executive directors to the board. [ + ]



