Industry News
UV light technology to curb viral transmission in poultry environments
Widespread bird flu outbreaks underscore the urgent need for disinfection solutions to curb viral transmission in poultry environments — research results for an Australian solution have been revealed. [ + ]
ARBS 2026 returns to Melbourne in May
Registration has opened for ARBS 2026, an Australian exhibition for the air conditioning, refrigeration and building services industry. [ + ]
Food manufacturers lead the way in Manufacturing Health Index report
There's positive news for the small to micro end of the local manufacturing sector in Unleashed's latest report, which shows food manufacturers as the growth leader. [ + ]
Aussie Barramundi farm achieves certification for responsible aquaculture
Northern Territory's Humpty Doo Barramundi is claimed to be the first Australian Barramundi farm to achieve Aquaculture Stewardship Council certification. [ + ]
foodpro 2026: bringing industry together in July
The food processing, packaging and innovation event returns to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 26–29 July 2026, with a couple of interesting partnerships. [ + ]
Fish freshness monitored in real time
Researchers have demonstrated the potential of a microneedle-based sensor for testing the freshness of fish within two minutes. [ + ]
RMIT launches $25m hub to drive future food production
In order to scale sustainably, agriculture of the future must be innovative and energy efficient — this is one of the challenges being addressed by the E2Crop Hub. [ + ]
Market report reveals a deepening oversupply of dairy
The November dairy update from Maxum Foods reveals mounting pressure on global dairy markets as milk production continues to surge. [ + ]
NSW food safety rules updated for berry, leafy vegetable and melon businesses
The new requirements, which aim to strengthen food safety and traceability throughout the supply chain, will apply across NSW from 12 February 2026. [ + ]
Slowing the ripening process to improve post-harvest quality
A fruit physiology study of apples could open up new opportunities to control post-harvest fruit quality through natural regulatory pathways. [ + ]
The Arnott's Group appoints its Chief People Officer
The Arnott's Group has appointed Alison Merner to lead its People & Culture strategy across Australia and the Asia Pacific. [ + ]
Pure Foods Tasmania adds dairy to its ice cream portfolio
Pure Foods Tasmania has completed its purchase of Elato Ice Cream, which will now be merged with PFT's The Cashew Creamery to form a new ice cream division. [ + ]
Furthering the NoLo advantage this festive season
As more Australians drink in moderation, an industry research paper by Treasury Wine Estates and the Australian Wine Research Institute has been released. [ + ]
New laws for leafy-green growers and post-harvest processors in NSW
From 12 February 2026, new laws apply for food businesses that grow and/or do primary processing of leafy vegetables in NSW. [ + ]
Tetra Pak launches technology to help make factories AI-ready
Tetra Pak's Automation and Digitalisation (A&D) portfolio ️was showcased at Gulfood Manufacturing in Dubai this month. [ + ]
