Industry News
foodpro 2026: bringing industry together in July
The food processing, packaging and innovation event returns to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 26–29 July 2026, with a couple of interesting partnerships. [ + ]
Fish freshness monitored in real time
Researchers have demonstrated the potential of a microneedle-based sensor for testing the freshness of fish within two minutes. [ + ]
RMIT launches $25m hub to drive future food production
In order to scale sustainably, agriculture of the future must be innovative and energy efficient — this is one of the challenges being addressed by the E2Crop Hub. [ + ]
NSW food safety rules updated for berry, leafy vegetable and melon businesses
The new requirements, which aim to strengthen food safety and traceability throughout the supply chain, will apply across NSW from 12 February 2026. [ + ]
Market report reveals a deepening oversupply of dairy
The November dairy update from Maxum Foods reveals mounting pressure on global dairy markets as milk production continues to surge. [ + ]
Slowing the ripening process to improve post-harvest quality
A fruit physiology study of apples could open up new opportunities to control post-harvest fruit quality through natural regulatory pathways. [ + ]
The Arnott's Group appoints its Chief People Officer
The Arnott's Group has appointed Alison Merner to lead its People & Culture strategy across Australia and the Asia Pacific. [ + ]
Pure Foods Tasmania adds dairy to its ice cream portfolio
Pure Foods Tasmania has completed its purchase of Elato Ice Cream, which will now be merged with PFT's The Cashew Creamery to form a new ice cream division. [ + ]
New laws for leafy-green growers and post-harvest processors in NSW
From 12 February 2026, new laws apply for food businesses that grow and/or do primary processing of leafy vegetables in NSW. [ + ]
Furthering the NoLo advantage this festive season
As more Australians drink in moderation, an industry research paper by Treasury Wine Estates and the Australian Wine Research Institute has been released. [ + ]
Tetra Pak launches technology to help make factories AI-ready
Tetra Pak's Automation and Digitalisation (A&D) portfolio ️was showcased at Gulfood Manufacturing in Dubai this month. [ + ]
Food industry members of Australia's National Food Council
The government has annnounced the members of Australia's first National Food Council, which will provide advice on the development of the nation's food security strategy. [ + ]
Influence of ingredients on F&B purchases
Cargill APAC IngredienTracker 2025 assessed consumer attitudes towards 91 ingredients across four main groups to determine how these impacted their purchase decisions. [ + ]
Nestlé’s cocoa diversity research to help safeguard chocolate
Nestlé plant scientists, in collaboration with leading research institutions, have mapped out a collection 96 cocoa varieties to help build a more resilient supply chain. [ + ]
Sublime potential of Aussie citrus in food sector applications
The global citrus industry is currently worth around $140bn, so one researcher is aiming to unlock the potential of six Australian native lime species. [ + ]
