Industry News
Identifying and assessing risks of contaminants in food
Just because a substance is in a food does not automatically mean that a health risk exists, but as environmental conditions, industrial manufacturing processes and human food consumption habits constantly change, we should constantly update our understanding of the risks posed by contaminants in food. [ + ]
McCormick spices up its portfolio
McCormick has outbid the likes of Unilever and Hormel Foods to buy Reckitt Benckiser Group's North American food business for around US$4.2 billion. [ + ]
An end to counterfeit foods, drinks and medicines
Every year, counterfeit and pirated goods globally cost nearly US$0.5 trillion in lost revenue. This isn't small bikkies — and the food and beverage industry is far from immune. [ + ]
Reconfiguring deformed mushrooms
Mushroom waste and deformed mushrooms are being converted into a highly nutritious and tasty product. [ + ]
Breweries cleared of beer tap monopoly accusations
The ACCC has found that Carlton United Breweries (CUB) and Lion were not locking craft beers out of taps in pubs and other venues. [ + ]
Recycle coffee grounds into coffee cups
Here's a different way to use coffee waste — make it into coffee cups. [ + ]
CluckAR app cuts through egg price hype
Consumers are urged to make use of CHOICE's CluckAR app to ensure they are actually purchasing free-range eggs. [ + ]
Only today and tomorrow left to get to foodpro
Australia's largest trade event for the food and beverage processing industry, foodpro, is in full swing and well worth the visit. [ + ]
Edible packaging and algae-based protein could be our food future
Unprecedented global change is driving food businesses to find new ways of operating, including the creation of innovative new products. [ + ]
Funding for food start-ups
Talented agriculturalists now have the opportunity to obtain financial assistance for their start-up business innovations. [ + ]
More expert speakers confirmed for Australian HACCP 2017
Registrations are now open for the 24th Australian HACCP Conference, with two new expert speakers announced for the event. [ + ]
foodpro opens this Sunday
If you haven't already registered to attend foodpro you'd better do it right now, as Australia's largest trade event for the food and beverage processing industry opens at the ICC in Darling Harbour this Sunday at 11 am. Entry is free but pre-registering will get you in more quickly. [ + ]
New sensor for monitoring acetaldehyde in wine
A sensor that provides real-time acetaldehyde levels could make life easier for winemakers. [ + ]
Aseptic pack from 100% plant-based renewables
In what is claimed to be a world first, SIG has developed an aseptic carton pack with a clear link to 100% plant-based renewable materials. [ + ]
