More than 300 new jobs in Gladstone are expected during the construction of a solar-powered abattoir, then another 300 new workers at the facility. [ + ]

The FDA may disclose retailer information for recalled products that are not easily identified from the packaging or pose a health threat. [ + ]

It seems that, contrary to popular opinion, cats are not good predators of rats. [ + ]

It's early days yet but a root-cooling technology pilot has resulted in a 132% increase in lettuce leaf fresh weight. [ + ]

The ACCC is inviting submissions on competition issues, contracting practices, transparency and risk allocation issues in the wine grape supply chain. [ + ]

All ideas involving Australian macadamia nuts are welcome. [ + ]

One of the fastest growing chilled food manufacturers in Australia, Yumi's Quality Foods, has sold 100% of its share capital to George Weston Foods (GWF). [ + ]

The needle in strawberries crisis is resulting in Eriez experiencing a rise in demand for its metal detection product line. [ + ]

Very little is known about the microbiomes involved in making pickles by natural fermentation where no starter microbial cultures or other media are used. [ + ]

Ingredion has announced US$60 million of planned investments to grow its specialty food ingredients business in Asia–Pacific. [ + ]

Australian agribusinesses have the opportunity to take advantage of health and wellness trends in the ASEAN market, according to a report from CSIRO and KPMG. [ + ]

Slimy microbial biofilms are notoriously hard to eliminate but a microbubble-driven solution is coming. [ + ]

Packaging machinery provider ProMach plans to strengthen its global position in the stand-up pouch market with the acquisition of Spain-based FLtècnics. [ + ]

itelligence AG and HARTING's partnership will see both companies develop an integrated RFID tracking and weighing solution for monitoring containers in production. [ + ]

The State of the Industry 2018 report highlighted the key economic and community significance of the Australian red meat and livestock industry, and its potential to grow in the future. [ + ]