Industry News
90% recycled plastic in KitKat packaging
KitKat Australia has increased its use of recycled plastic in the wrappers of select products from 30 to 90%. [ + ]
Colour-changing tech for plant-based meat
Australian company v2food has revealed technology that will change the colour of plant-based meats through the cooking process, mimicking animal meat. [ + ]
Cracking into sustainable energy storage market
Chicken eggshells may be the answer to developing safer, sustainable and cost-effective rechargeable battery storage systems, according to new research. [ + ]
Sara Lee enters voluntary administration
Famous for the 'layer upon layer' of pastry in its apple strudel, the Sara Lee brand in Australia has called in administrators to sell or restructure the business. [ + ]
Fortress Technology acquires Oceania food safety specialist
Global food safety, contaminant detection and checkweighing machine manufacturer Fortress Technology has announced it has acquired Dynamic Inspection, located in New Zealand. [ + ]
Meet SMC Corporation ANZ's new MD
Recently appointed Managing Director Simon McDonald talks about his plans for SMC Corporation Australia New Zealand (ANZ). [ + ]
AIP Career and Salary survey open
The Australian Institute of Packaging's 2023 Career & Salary Survey is now open for the Australasian Region. [ + ]
IDF World Dairy Summit opened
The IDF World Dairy Summit 2023 opened under the theme "BE Dairy: Boundless Potential. Endless Possibilities". [ + ]
Brand name vs generics: which is more popular?
According to a Purdue University Report, most consumers would choose brand-name products over generic products, but household income impacts choices. [ + ]
Are some food products addictive?
Researchers claim global health could be improved by acknowledging that certain types of processed foods have addictive properties. [ + ]
Packaging company receives high grade in audit
KM Packaging has been awarded an AA grade in its BRCGS Audit for the sixth year running. [ + ]
Qld Govt releases grant program for manufacturers
The Queensland Government has released a Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Grant program to help Queensland's manufacturers reduce their energy usage and cut energy costs. [ + ]
NZ Food Safety calls for comment on ACVM Guidance Document
NZ Food Safety has called for public comment on the proposed revision of the ACVM Guidance Document: Chemistry and Manufacturing Information for Agricultural Chemicals. [ + ]
International delegates delve into Qld beef industry
Ambassadors from around the world have delved into Queensland beef and cattle production from paddock to plate as part of the Aussie Beef Mates program. [ + ]
Future food: crafting next-gen dairy products
Next-generation milk, cheese and yoghurt ingredients produced using precision fermentation will be among the first developed by Australia's Food and Beverage Accelerator (FaBA). [ + ]