Industry News
Ensuring microbial safety of frozen foods with pulsed light
Bonduelle North America is considering the application of pulsed light technology when processing frozen vegetables, to ensure its products are Listeria-free. [ + ]
Gluten-free barley honoured at Australian technology awards
Professor Michelle Colgrave from Edith Cowan University and CSIRO was awarded the ICM Agrifood Award for her ultralow-gluten barley discovery. [ + ]
Bittersweet impact of COVID-19 on chocolate consumption
Global chocolate consumption has fallen in recent months due to COVID-19 restrictions, according to a report released by Rabobank. [ + ]
Preharvest water protocol for leafy greens safety
The US FDA has announced a new protocol to help farmers protect the safety of produce intended for consumers, like romaine lettuce and other leafy greens. [ + ]
Brownes Dairy to launch locally made cheddar cheese
Brownes Dairy will launch a range of cheddar cheeses made in Western Australia to boost the dairy industry and create jobs along the supply chain. [ + ]
Which bacteria qualify as probiotics?
A new scientifc paper describes four simple criteria for accurate use of the word probiotic, with the aim to reduce confusion around the health benefits of probiotic foods. [ + ]
FSANZ to review ban on concentrated caffeine
FSANZ is calling for comment on its review of a ban on the retail sale of pure and highly concentrated caffeine food products. [ + ]
Australian wines sales agreement with Canada
Australian and Canadian Governments have reached an agreement to remove discriminatory measures impeding Australian wine sales in Canadian provinces. [ + ]
Qld lamb processor to upgrade its facilities
Elliott Agribusiness has received a government grant to refurbish its chilling and secondary processing facilities at its food processing plant in Roma. [ + ]
Stingless bee honey is the bee's knees
Researchers have found that native stingless bee honey contains a rare form of sugar with a lower glycaemic index (GI) than standard honey. [ + ]
Victoria green lights 'abattoir on wheels'
Provenir has secured a licence from PrimeSafe to operate a mobile abattoir in Victoria. [ + ]
FoodTrack nutrient labelling database now online
FoodTrack is now available on an online platform that is designed to help Australian food manufacturers analyse market trends and opportunities. [ + ]
AUSPACK returns in 2021 at Sydney Showground
AUSPACK provides an opportunity for members of the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries to experience world-class equipment, technology and solutions. [ + ]
Frozen finger lime market cracked with grant
The Qld Govt grant has helped a business buy equipment, enabling it to diversify from fresh only to frozen finger lime products for Australia and overseas. [ + ]
Could seaweed reduce methane emissions from cows?
Fonterra has partnered with Sea Forest to see if using seaweed in cows' feed can reduce emissions from commercial dairy herds. [ + ]
