Industry News
Guide to managing the risks of slips, trips and falls
Safe Work Australia has released guidance material designed to help workplaces identify slip, trip and fall hazards and implement effective control measures. [ + ]
Grape waste for pork sausage preservation?
Pork sausages could one day be made with winemaking waste as scientists explore the potential of grape pomace as a preservative ingredient. [ + ]
Food inflation: let's take a look inside the basket
While Australia's overall inflation rose to 4.3% in September, ABS data showed that the food and non-alcoholic beverage category had also edged higher to 3.2%. [ + ]
WA Government offers manufacturing energy investment loans
The Made in WA Energy Affordability Investment Program will provide low-interest loans to help manufacturers install solar and battery systems, and upgrade equipment. [ + ]
SPC Global proposes name change to reflect diversified business
SPC Global said it will seek shareholder approval on 24 November to change its name to Altival Global Ltd. [ + ]
End Food Waste Australia launches membership initiative
The EFWA national membership is designed to help more businesses turn food waste into value across the supply chain, from paddock to plate. [ + ]
GLP-1 moments reshaping food and beverage innovation
IFF's latest report provides a roadmap of 10 moments that could help manufacturers design products that appeal to consumers in the GLP-1 era. [ + ]
Online tool to help food businesses turn waste into opportunity
The Food Waste PRO toolkit is designed to help West Australian food businesses measure their waste and assess potential solutions for reducing or repurposing it. [ + ]
The secret ingredient for gluten-free plant-based meat
Using potatoes as an alternative protein ingredient could hold the key to making better gluten-free plant-based meat, according to food scientists in Scotland. [ + ]
Ferrero’s Nutella factory in Lithgow turns 50
Ferrero celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Lithgow factory in NSW on 25 October, which now produces around 15 million kg of Nutella each year. [ + ]
Cargill invests US$130m to expand poultry operations in Asia
As demand for protein and cooked poultry products continues to increase, Cargill is expanding the capacity and efficiency of its poultry operations across Asia. [ + ]
Lindt leadership changes at CEO level
Lindt & Sprüngli has announced that Dieter Weisskopf is taking on the role of interim CEO after Adalbert Lechner leaves the company. [ + ]
The Wagyu industry to gather in Adelaide next year
Organised by the Australian Wagyu Association, WagyuEdge'27 will explore how the industry can further strengthen the luxury meat brand across the globe. [ + ]
Solving the static charge dilemma for less clumpy shakes
A scientific discovery showing control of static charge left on surfaces could one day help to stop the clumping of powders such as protein powders and coffee. [ + ]
Allied Pinnacle invests $10m in Sydney manufacturing capacity
Allied Pinnacle's investment includes a new high-speed packaging line at its Kingsgrove facility and an automated muffin production line at its Taren Point facility. [ + ]
