Industry News
How has coronavirus impacted wine consumption in Aus?
Wine Intelligence report reveals wine consumption in Australia has been steady during lockdown, but spend per bottle is down. [ + ]
Fruit juice recalled due to microbial contamination
Juicy Isle is conducting a recall of its Pure Tassie – Apple and Blackcurrant 1.5 L juice due to a microbial (mycotoxin patulin) contamination. [ + ]
Ingredion expands virtual lab to APAC bakery market
Ingredion has extended its virtual lab, INSIDE IDEA LABS, to the bakery and snacks market in the Asia–Pacific region. [ + ]
Good news for the wheat sensitive among us
Researchers have analysed the proteins that cause wheat sensitivity, and are developing tests that will help the production of low-allergen wheat varieties. [ + ]
AUSVEG calls Country of Origin Labelling for fast food
AUSVEG has praised the decision by fast food chain McDonald's to adopt Country of Origin Labelling, and is urging other fast food retailers to follow suit. [ + ]
WHS guidance for food manufacturers during COVID-19
A WHS information resource about minimising COVID-19 risks for food businesses has been published by Safe Work Australia. [ + ]
Food additives guidebook published
Food Additives and Human Health is a detailed guide to the world of food additives commonly used in the food processing and manufacturing industry. [ + ]
Baking surge prompts Darling Downs business expansion
Kialla Pure Foods has increased staff and production to meet rising demand for baking and cooking ingredients during the COVID-19 pandemic. [ + ]
tna appoints Group Aftermarket & Services Manager
tna solutions has appointed Raj Singh as its Group Aftermarket & Services Manager, in a bid to improve its global technical support and aftermarket care. [ + ]
Rockwell Automation names new Asia Pacific President
Scott Wooldridge has been appointed as the new Regional President, Asia Pacific, of Rockwell Automation, succeeding Joe Sousa. [ + ]
Study explains why sweeteners do not satisfy sugar cravings
Researchers have identified a gut-to-brain pathway that could explain why artificial sweeteners cannot satisfy sugar cravings. [ + ]
Fruit puree hiding the real taste of vegies in baby food
A study has found that some commercial baby foods that claim to have dark green vegetables could contain sweet fruit puree, which hides the taste of vegies. [ + ]
Impact of COVID-19 on SE Asian food and drink markets
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced South East Asian consumers to change their eating habits and adopt new shopping practices, according to research from Mintel. [ + ]
COVID-19 crisis: Aussies buying and drinking more alcohol
A national poll conducted by the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education showed that Australians are buying and drinking more alcohol in home isolation. [ + ]
International farm subsidies are hurting Aussie farmers
A study has revealed the impact of global farm subsidies and agricultural trade policies on the competitiveness of Australia's rural industries. [ + ]
