Miguel Campos of food packaging supplier Advanta explains how to safely use aluminium packaging in a household microwave. [ + ]

A report by the EAT-Lancet Commission has recommended limiting red meat consumption to a maximum of 28 g a day, but Meat and Livestock Australia fears the implications this may have on the Australian red meat industry. [ + ]

SIG is now using foil certified by the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) for its aseptic carton packs. [ + ]

Smelling coffee could trigger similar reactions in the brain as physically drinking a cup, according to new research. [ + ]

Salmonella outbreaks are likely to become more severe in the future, according to a model developed by University of Sydney researchers. [ + ]

The upgrades to the Regional Cold Store, delivered by Wiley, will reduce operational costs, expand storage capacity and increase product sorting capabilities. [ + ]

University of Illinois researchers have used a yeast-based approach to produce tagatose, a natural, low-calorie sweetener, which may help increase its commercial use. [ + ]

Coca-Cola has announced 70% of its plastic bottles manufactured in Australia will be made from recycled plastic by the end of this year. [ + ]

Four of Washed Rind's French cheeses are being pulled from supermarket shelves across Australia due to potential microbial Listeria contamination. [ + ]

A total of six awards are up for grabs at the 2019 Label Industry Global Awards, two of which have been introduced to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Labelexpo. [ + ]

Kraft Heinz Australia CEO Simon Laroche will focus on business and people growth, strengthening partner relationships and local product innovation. [ + ]

Australian wheat farmers, particularly those in Queensland, are set to benefit from a high-yield Mexican wheat variety identified by researchers from the University of Queensland. [ + ]

Warrnambool abattoir Midfield Meat International Pty Ltd has been fined $95,000 after two of its workers were struck by a forklift. [ + ]

The Australian Wine Label Intellectual Property Directory aims to improve the transparency of exported labels, identify copycat labels and ensure fraudsters are held accountable. [ + ]

Members of the Australian Institute of Packaging in Victoria recently volunteered at Foodbank Yarraville to pack approximately 18,268 meals for the community. [ + ]