Industry News
AIP members to visit new Digital Print Centre
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE has launched a Digital Print Centre, which AIP members and industry colleagues can visit on 5 September. [ + ]
Improving the quality of fresh-cut fruit
Researchers from the ARC Training Centre for Innovative Horticultural Products are analysing how to improve the quality and shelf life of cubed watermelon. [ + ]
FSANZ provides better access to allergen information
FSANZ has launched a new look Food Allergen Portal to provide people with easier access to resources on managing allergens in food. [ + ]
Extending fresh produce shelf life
Woolworths is sponsoring research at the ARC Training Centre for Innovative Horticultural Products aimed at extending the shelf life of fresh produce. [ + ]
Who knows their bugs?
Research from the UK and New Zealand suggests businesses and consumers can still do more to understand and improve food safety. [ + ]
Amcor is buying Bemis
Rumour has it that Amcor is finalising an AU$7 billion buyout of US plastics packaging company Bemis. [ + ]
Vegetarians and vegans call for more product choices
Research has shown that 46% of vegans and 23% of vegetarians said they were dissatisfied with food and beverage choices. [ + ]
Marel expands with MAJA
Marel is acquiring German food processing equipment manufacturer MAJA. [ + ]
US$450,000 grant to build better oats
Food scientist Padu Krishnan has received a National Institute of Food and Agriculture research grant to improve the quality of oats in North America and expand product offerings. [ + ]
FDA decides not all milks are milk
The FDA is reviewing labelling requirements for plant-based products that are used as substitutes for dairy products, such as soy and almond milk. [ + ]
This is whey unfair
Contaminated whey powder in the US is causing a flurry of recalls across the nation. [ + ]
Slippery way to cleaner food processing equipment
Using cooking oil to create slippery, non-wetting and non-adhesive surfaces can result in 1000-fold reductions in bacterial contamination. [ + ]
Food delivery crucial in the foodservice industry
With technology advancing and consumers increasingly looking for convenience, it is no surprise that food delivery is becoming more important. [ + ]
Matthews' expansion drives company relocation
Following sustained growth, Matthews Australasia has announced it is relocating to new premises at 10 Lakeview Drive in Scoresby, Victoria. [ + ]
Germany leads global vegan product launches
Despite being stereotypically known for its sausages, Germany was responsible for 15% of global vegan product launches between July 2017 and June 2018. [ + ]
