Industry News
Snacking Made Right: Mondelēz releases its sustainability report
Mondelēz International has published its 2019 Snacking Made Right Report, revealing that the company has exceeded its sustainability and wellbeing goals. [ + ]
CUB launches vodka seltzer brand, Actual
Carlton & United Breweries (CUB) has responded to consumer demand for low-calorie drinks by launching its first hard seltzer drink in the Australian market. [ + ]
How healthy is chicken noodle soup?
Chicken noodle soup is the go-to dish when fighting a cold or flu; a dietician explains what it is about this dish that helps the body fight the common cold. [ + ]
SA dairy industry from 'grass to glass'
The South Australian dairy industry is creating 'grass to glass' branding that will audit, track and verify the state's dairy products. [ + ]
UQ wild yeast used for Queensland brew
Researchers have crafted a true Queensland brew by using wild fermented yeast, hand-picked from a jacaranda tree on the UQ campus. [ + ]
High-fibre wheat set to enter global market
A new high-fibre wheat, developed by CSIRO and Limagrain, is set to become available in Australia in 2021 and Europe in 2022. [ + ]
Low-cal sweetener study
A study has found that stevia extract, an artificial sweetener, has been linked to potential improvements in liver health and fatty liver disease. [ + ]
2DBarcodes: the future of food safety for retail?
GS1 Australia has launched the 2DBarcode, an on-pack symbol that provides a range of data elements to facilitate food safety within the supply chain. [ + ]
Calls for protection of US food workers during pandemic
After a number of COVID-19 outbreaks in US-based meat and poultry processing facilities, the US Safe Food Coalition calls for protection of food workers. [ + ]
Shelf life packaging supplier appoints new CEO
Caspak Australia has appointed Greg Roberts as its new CEO. Roberts brings a wealth of experience in the textile industry to the role. [ + ]
Alcohol warning labels increase awareness of drinking harms
A series of Canadian studies has found that alcohol bottles with warning labels may inform consumers about the risks of alcohol consumption and reduce their drinking. [ + ]
Packaging supplier steps up to meet high FMGC demand
Jet Technologies, a specialist food packaging supplier, has been working double time to meet increased demand from FMGC customers. [ + ]
Sunny Queen still supplying 'egg-ssentials'
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Sunny Queen Australia has announced that it will continue to supply its smiley-faced eggs and Meal Solutions products. [ + ]
ANZ victory in 2020 WorldStar Packaging Special Awards
Companies across Australia and New Zealand have won the 2020 WorldStar Packaging Special Awards in their respective categories. [ + ]
Study finds thirsty Aussies sipping more no-sugar drinks
A study analysing consumer drink preferences over 22 years has found that Australia's thirst for low-sugar drinks has been increasing over time. [ + ]

