Industry News
Winter crop production to rise
The prospect of above-average rainfall in July has boosted winter crop production forecasts, with ABARES predicting a 53% increase in winter crop production. [ + ]
Food technician behind Vegemite featured in new book
The story of Australian food technician Cyril Callister, otherwise known as Mr Vegemite, has been featured in Grave Tales: Melbourne Vol. 1. [ + ]
Plant-based push: COVID-19 makes vegan diet more appealing
Research from Mintel has revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic has made a vegan diet more appealing for 25% of British millennials. [ + ]
FSANZ calls for comment for GM enzyme processing aid
FSANZ is calling for comment on an application to allow a new type of processing aid from a genetically modified alpha-amylase enzyme. [ + ]
Woolworths reduces plastic packaging for fruits and vegies
Woolworths has introduced a range of initiatives to reduce plastic packaging across its fruits and vegetables, reaffirming its commitment to a greener future. [ + ]
On the shelf: Capilano launches low GI honey
Capilano has launched a low GI honey, which has endorsement from the Glycaemic Index Foundation. [ + ]
Berry Global supplies recycled packaging to Mondelēz International
Berry Global Group is collaborating with Mondelēz International to supply packaging containing recycled plastic for Philadelphia cream cheese. [ + ]
AIP provides online training courses for packaging industry
The Australian Institute of Packaging is moving five of its training courses to a virtual platform, with the first training course to be held on 16 June. [ + ]
Heat and Control partners with Oxipack Leak Detection
Heat and Control and Oxipack are set to bring innovative non-destructive leak detection solutions for packaging to Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
Nestlé plant-based burger no longer 'incredible' in Europe
Nestlé must rename its plant-based burgers sold in Europe, after a Dutch court granted an injunction filed by Impossible Foods. [ + ]
Asahi acquires Carlton & United Breweries
Carlton & United Breweries is now officially owned by Asahi Beverages, with the aquisition completed last week. [ + ]
Yay whey! China allows whey permeate exports
Arla Foods Ingredients, a global supplier of whey permeate, has announced that whey permeate can now be exported to China for use in food and drink products. [ + ]
Sugar warning labels work, researchers reveal
US researchers have examined more than 20 studies and found that warning labels on sugary drinks led to consumers making healthier drink choices. [ + ]
BASF compostable polymer production set to increase
BASF and Red Avenue New Materials Group have signed an agreement, enabling Red Avenue to produce and sell PBAT materials in China. [ + ]
Rising potential for Aussie wheat in Asian market
Research from AEGIC has found that the white seed coat in Australian wheat varieties gives Aussie wheat an advantage over competitors in the Asian wholegrain market. [ + ]
