Industry News
Bag it, pack it, wrap it: does packaging reduce food waste?
New research from RMIT and Empauer reveals that packaging can reduce food waste, mitigating the $20 billion of fresh produce wasted in Australia every year. [ + ]
IDF guidance helps scientists test milk fat purity
The International Dairy Federation has released guidance to test milk fat purity in products, in a bid to stop manufacturers replacing milk fat with animal fat. [ + ]
Fresh meat: D'Orsogna opens facility in Victoria
D'Orsogna Limited has opened a new food manufacturing facility in Victoria, providing employment for 200 people. [ + ]
State of NZ's packaged food
An in-depth review of packaged food sold in New Zealand supermarkets revealed that it is primarily unhealthy, with almost 70% classified as ultra-processed. [ + ]
Would you like some vitamin D with your toast?
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have suggested the UK introduces mandatory fortification of vitamin D in wheat flour. [ + ]
Apple-processing facility research to improve pathogen control
Three apple-processing facilities in the US, in which Listeria monocytogenes has been persistent, have been under research to improve pathogen control. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
UK has healthiest packaged food, says survey
A survey of food and drink products from around the world has found that the UK has the healthiest packaged consumables of the 12 countries and territories surveyed. [ + ]
The 2nd ChemLinked Food Regulatory Conference – Oceania 2019
Being held in Sydney this November, CLFRC2019 includes discussion on China's regulatory developments and the challenges for Australian food manufacturers. [ + ]
Healthy heart guidelines updated for meat, dairy and eggs
Unflavoured full-fat milk, yoghurt and cheese option added, egg limit lifted but red meat limit placed in the latest Heart Foundation healthy heart diet guidelines. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
