Industry News
Australian duo launch cold brew sparkling tea
Australian beverage business East Forged flips the traditional notion of iced tea on its head with its locally produced nitrogen-infused cold brew teas. [ + ]
Government salt reduction scheme not enough, study shows
New research has suggested the government targets designed to lower salt content in packaged foods will make little difference to the health of Australians. [ + ]
Tetra Pak tackles sustainability through collaboration
Tetra Pak has introduced a collaborative innovation model with its paperboard producers to tackle the sustainability challenges of the food packaging industry. [ + ]
Top sweet and snacks trends in 2021
Food trend specialist Innova Market Insights has unveiled the key trends that will affect sweet and snacks categories this year. [ + ]
The microbial life of sourdough
New research has garnered insight into the relationship between sourdough and its starting ingredients' microbial ecosystem. [ + ]
Which juicing technique is best for your health?
New research has found the choice of household juicing technique can influence health outcomes from common vegetable juices. [ + ]
Anuga 2021 food and beverage trade show nearly fully booked
International food and beverage industry event Anuga has reported positive registration figures ahead of its hybrid format launch. [ + ]
Entries open for PIDA awards
Entries are now open for the 2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design Awards (PIDA) for Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
Six killed by liquid nitrogen leak at US poultry plant
A tragic incident is being investigated after authorities responded to reports of burns at a poultry processing plant in Gainesville, Georgia, in the US. [ + ]
Clean label pectin market to bounce back after pandemic
New research has found nearly 80% of the clean label pectin demand has been concentrated in the food and beverage sector. [ + ]
Funding for food manufacturing in WA
The Western Australian Government has allocated $10.2 million towards projects that will supercharge food and beverage manufacturing in WA. [ + ]
Sweet smart: recyclable paper packaging for Smarties
The Nestlé Smarties brand is now using recyclable paper packaging for its confectionery products worldwide. [ + ]
Wine industry leader recognised in Australia Day awards
The chairman of the national association for winegrape and wine producers has received the Order of Australia (AO) on Australia Day. [ + ]
Amcor unveils three-pronged sustainability roadmap
Amcor is applying a three-pronged approach to achieve its goal of making all of its packaging reusable or recyclable by 2025. [ + ]
WA business Mrs Mac's appoints new CEO
WA family-owned food company Mrs Mac's has appointed a new CEO replacing Paul Slaughter, who assumed the role six years ago. [ + ]
