Industry News
Jamestrong responds to burgeoning infant formula market
Jamestrong has responded to the burgeoning infant formula market, opening a new $15 million can (50 million can) facility, its third new site in just over 3 years. [ + ]
Food manufacturing by‑products in demand for livestock feed
Castlegate James Australasia is seeking greater volumes of by-products from food manufacturers for its livestock feed processes. [ + ]
South Australia plans to lift GM food crops ban
The South Australian Government plans to lift the Genetically Modified Food Crops Moratorium on mainland South Australia, but retain it on Kangaroo Island. [ + ]
Getting ready already for AUSPACK 2021
The stand application process for AUSPACK 2021 is now underway, with the phased exhibitor application process opening on 17 September. [ + ]
Fine Food Australia returns to Sydney
Fine Food Australia will return to Sydney in 2019, featuring insights, product innovations and expert advice for attendees and members of the food industry. [ + ]
Six food start-ups planting Seeds of Change in Australia
Six food start-ups have been selected to partake in the first Seeds of Change Accelerator program, receiving a $40,000 grant to build their business. [ + ]
High-fat diets and leaky gut bacteria can cause diabetes
New research has revealed that our dietary choices can impact our gut bacteria, leading to what researchers call a 'leaky gut' and insulin resistance. [ + ]
What’s in a name? EU's proposed protection list
Camembert, Feta, Kalamata and many other product names associated with geographic regions could soon be considered protected under an EU free trade agreement being negotiated. [ + ]
Black lemonade and rainbow noodles: ingredient trends in Asia
GNT EXBERRY will showcase a range of colouring foods at Food Ingredients Asia-Thailand, in a bid to appeal to health-conscious consumers. [ + ]
KHS researches impact of digitisation on beverage industry
Systems supplier KHS is networking with research institutes to understand how digital technologies can relieve operator workloads for the beverage industry. [ + ]
No milquetoast muppet: ACCC unveils dairy code of conduct
The ACCC has announced plans to establish a Dairy Consultative Committee and employ a Dairy Specialist to support the Australian dairy industry. [ + ]
UNSW unveils Microbiome Research Centre
The Microbiome Research Centre will research the effects of microbiota on gut health, and their links to diseases like obesity and diabetes. [ + ]
New Zealand feels the sting of persistent fruit flies
Biosecurity New Zealand has stepped up its response to the persistent presence of fruit flies in Northcote, New Zealand, with intensive baiting and trapping. [ + ]
Ingredients supplier Prinova sets up in Australia
As a result of increasing APAC demand, ingredients and premix supplier Prinova has established a subsidiary in Australia. [ + ]
Sliced finger incident at fruit processor
SPC Ardmona Operations Ltd has been fined $25,000 without conviction after a worker's finger was partially severed by moving machinery. [ + ]
