Industry News
GEA to build infant formula plant in China
GEA will build an infant formula plant in China for Junlebao Dairy, with commercial production expected to begin in 2020. [ + ]
Supermarkets are getting fresher
A report found supermarkets currently hold 71.4% of the fresh food market, while fresh food retailers account for only 28.6%, which is a major decline from the 31% 12 months ago. [ + ]
Ever heard of the food allergy FPIES?
Most of us, including medical professionals, have never heard of FPIES and so this poorly understood food allergy is often misdiagnosed. [ + ]
Breakfast — another theory bites the dust
A review in the BMJ suggests the assumption that eating breakfast daily promotes weight loss may not be true. [ + ]
IFT and AIFST offer joint membership
Joint membership of the IFT and the AIFST will provide food scientists with enhanced resources and a more global perspective. [ + ]
Packaging technologist wins Lifetime Achievement Award
ANZ packaging technologist Keith Chessell has received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the World Packaging Organisation for his contribution to the packaging industry. [ + ]
Non-toxic adhesive from soy
A soy-based adhesive could solve glue's toxicity problem. [ + ]
GFSI AusNZ forms to elevate food safety and consumer trust
The GFSI AusNZ Local Group will assist in establishing GFSI initiatives across the local industry while addressing local issues. [ + ]
JL Lennard purchases Walls Machinery
JL Lennard has purchased some of the assets and spare parts of Walls Machinery and employed Walls' sales, service and spare parts staff. [ + ]
Multi-syllable ingredients and chemophobia
In consumers' minds the terms 'clean label' and 'natural' mean 'safe', but this simply isn't correct. [ + ]
Process olives without hurting the environment
Olive processing produces toxic wastewater and consumes vast quantities of water — but a new processing method overcomes these two problems. [ + ]
SA Government seeks feedback on single-use plastics
The South Australian Government is cracking down on single-use plastic products, which could result in a ban on items such as straws, coffee cups and plastic bags. [ + ]
Hellers fined almost $40,000 for mispackaged sausages
Small goods manufacturer Hellers is facing penalties after three children suffered allergic reactions caused by consuming mispackaged Sizzlers sausages. [ + ]
Food shock increasing globally, say researchers
The increasing number of 'food shocks' — sudden losses in food production — caused by extreme weather, overfishing and geopolitical crises pose significant threats to global food security. [ + ]
NZ anti iron deficiency technology acquired by Nestlé
Nestlé has acquired NZ-developed technology that addresses iron deficiency without affecting the taste of drinks and food. [ + ]
