Industry News
Saputo finalises sale of milk processing facilities to Coles Group
Saputo has now finalised the sale of two of its fresh milk processing facilities to Coles Group after clearance from the ACCC. [ + ]
Palsgaard's project to develop alternative egg ingredients
Palsgaard and Aarhus University are inviting food manufacturers to collaborate on a project to develop plant-based egg alternatives for use in products such as sponge cakes. [ + ]
Research: Protecting Australia's prawn industry
A water sampling method projected to slash biosecurity costs and protect Australia's prawn farm industry from pathogens will be put to the test. [ + ]
ARENA grants for businesses using renewables in new ways
A meat processing facility, smallgoods maker, winery and cheese plant are some of the recipients of 10 ARENA grants awarded to support novel renewable energy solutions. [ + ]
Fish sourced from farms surpassed fisheries for first time
Charles Darwin University Professor of Tropical Aquaculture comments on the United Nations' 2024 The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture report. [ + ]
Sensor designed to detect foodborne pathogens faster
A 3D-printed chip sensor has been designed to rapidly test for multiple pathogens simultaneously, potentially reducing foodborne illness. [ + ]
Aged to perfection: 2000-year-old wine discovery
A white wine over 2000 years old, of Andalusian origin, is claimed to be the oldest wine ever discovered. [ + ]
Mettler-Toledo opens its ANZ head office in Melbourne
Designed to enhance its operational efficiency, the new Mettler-Toledo head office includes two cutting-edge laboratories and a platform to showcase its latest products and solutions. [ + ]
Supermarkets could face hefty fines for non-compliance under new code
The Albanese government will strengthen the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct, accepting all 11 recommendations of a recent independent review by Dr Craig Emerson. [ + ]
Sugar-reduction technology for fruit ice creams and sorbets
Better Juice has expanded its patented sugar-reduction technology to lower the sugar loads in fruit sorbets. [ + ]
Mega solar farm for Casella Family Brands' winery
Trinasolar has helped Casella Family Brands introduce a large 5.7 MW solar farm near its winery production site in Yenda, NSW. [ + ]
Research shows why we should be going nuts for weight loss
A handful of nuts could be the next best thing when it comes to weight loss, according to research from the University of South Australia. [ + ]
Environment ministers discuss soft plastic recycling pathway
The AFGC welcomed ministers' comments today (21 June) which support ongoing work on an industry-led scheme to recycle soft plastics back into food-grade packaging. [ + ]
NZ liquor importer and distributor fined
An Auckland liquor importer and distributor have been fined for attempting to sell liquor without legitimate bottle labels. [ + ]
Arnott's and Cargill drive eco safe canola production
The Arnott's Group is a partner of Cargill's SustainConnect program, which aims to enhance the production of sustainable canola oil in Australia. [ + ]
