Industry News
What's on trend in the non-alcoholic beverage market?
Water and no/low-sugar carbonated drinks are now dominating the beverage aisle, according to a 28-year trend analysis of evolving tastes in the market. [ + ]
Olympic showcase of distinctively local produce set for 2032
'Feeding the Brisbane 2032 Games' white paper details how this event could showcase local produce and provide a lasting legacy for how food is produced and distributed in Australia. [ + ]
Novel shock method for calculating coffee flavour
US scientists have developed a quick test that applies voltage to black coffee to determine its strength and roast. [ + ]
Migrating microplastics from packaging, new study released
The study quantifies the scale of microplastic migration from plastic packaging into food and drink. [ + ]
Fonterra makes interim leadership changes for ingredients business
Prior to the start of Fonterra's new CEO on 1 May 2026, interim leadership changes have been made to cover his previous role in the Global Ingredients business. [ + ]
ARBS 2026 opens in one week
The refrigeration, air conditioning and building services sector event is running from 5–7 May in Melbourne. [ + ]
SAVE FOOD Expert Talks at interpack on 12 May
The SAVE FOOD Expert Talks will allow participants to gain a better understanding about how packaging can reduce food losses along the supply chain. [ + ]
IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2026 spotlight dairy innovations
Entries for the IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2026 are open until 5 June, with winners being revealed in Auckland at the IDF World Dairy Summit. [ + ]
Two Aussie startups join PepsiCo's Greenhouse Program
The seven-month program will provide the two Sydney-based startups and three others with opportunities to fast-track their solutions into PepsiCo's supply chain. [ + ]
Food sector requires a rethink about food waste, NZ survey says
An NZ food sector survey found that only one in three businesses believe their food waste is under control, highlighting untapped performance opportunities. [ + ]
Flour mill expansion in Ballarat
The Victorian Government has announced that George Weston Foods is investing another $92 million to expand its operations across Victoria. [ + ]
A circular approach to food waste for chicken meat
Dr Amy Moss received a Discovery Early Career Researcher Award from the Australian Research Council for her work investigating food waste as a nutritious feed option for meat chickens. [ + ]
Nestlé partners on nutrition research targeted for women's health
Nestlé and NTU Singapore launched a research partnership designed to advance science-based nutritional solutions that support women's health and longevity. [ + ]
ARBS 2026 seminar program unveiled
Over 50 sessions will be held across three days at Australia's HVAC&R event in Melbourne next month. [ + ]
Boosting food security ahead of the 2032 Summer Olympics
A new report from CSIRO is calling for a region-wide approach across South East Queensland to boost food security ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. [ + ]
