Industry News
Plain packaging could cost beverage industry $300 billion
Drinks companies worldwide could lose $300 billion if plain packaging regulations are mandated, according to a report released by Brand Finance. [ + ]
Sizzling start for plant-based meat start-up v2food
An Australian plant-based meat start-up, v2food, has launched, created in partnership with the CSIRO and Hungry Jack's founder Jack Cowin. [ + ]
Australia boosts border inspections as swine fever looms
Australian biosecurity officials are practising constant vigilance as African swine fever moves through Asia, devastating pig herds and production in China. [ + ]
Infant formula more like human breast milk
UK scientists have engineered plants to produce an oil that mimics human milk fat, which could lead to more sustainable infant formula for babies who need it. [ + ]
Glass filler for beer and CSDs at BrauBeviale
Krones will present its new glass filler for beer and CSDs at BrauBeviale 2019 in Germany next month. [ + ]
Fonterra reduces its global ambitions
Fonterra has revealed plans to reduce its global outreach and focus on local production after sustaining losses from its overseas ventures. [ + ]
Fresh produce facility uses specialised refrigeration tech
Fresh produce company Montague has opened a new facility in Queensland and started construction on another facility in Victoria. [ + ]
On-farm abattoir creates new jobs in Central Queensland
Signature OnFarm has unveiled plans to build an on-farm abattoir, capable of processing 200 head of cattle a day, in Moranbah, Queensland. [ + ]
Fermented soft drinks feature undeclared alcohol, survey reveals
A survey has revealed that businesses are not adequately controlling the alcohol content of fermented soft drinks, such as kombucha, water and dairy kefir. [ + ]
Winners announced for 16th Label Industry Awards
The winners of the annual Label Industry Awards were announced on the first night of Labeexpo Europe, with Avery Dennison, Esko and GMG honoured at the awards. [ + ]
IDF debunks myths about dairy and sugar
The IDF World Dairy Summit revealed that naturally occurring sugars in milk and other dairy products are healthy and do not cause weight gain. [ + ]
Manufacturers to access free online business development training
Manufacturers can now access free business development education online via the Australian Government's Manufacturing Academy. [ + ]
Doughnut ice-cream hybrids arrive at 7-Eleven
Australian ice-cream giant Streets has partnered with Krispy Kreme to deliver a limited edition, Golden Gaytime-inspired doughnut and doughnut-like ice-cream. [ + ]
Shaking up craft beer with Kellogg's Corn Flakes
Kellogg has partnered with local microbrewery One Drop Brewing Co. to launch a limited-edition beer made with Corn Flakes. [ + ]
Sugar labelling in Australia and NZ
The Food Standards Code has placed requirements for food labels to include the total amount of sugars in the nutrition panel. [ + ]
