Industry News
Printing chocolate with the ideal mouthfeel
Scientists have used 3D printers to create chocolate with the optimal mouthfeel. [ + ]
Round two opens for WA grants scheme
The Value Add Investment Grants program will provide up to $7 million to food and beverage manufacturers that boost business in the state. [ + ]
FSANZ calls for comments on GM-sourced processing aid
An application for a processing aid sourced from genetically modified bacteria has been submitted to FSANZ and feedback has been requested on the topic. [ + ]
Here are the finalists for the APPMA Awards of Excellence
Finalists in the Australian Packaging and Processing Machinery Association (APPMA) Awards of Excellence have been announced. [ + ]
Most Australians want ARL on packaging
A report conducted by the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation shows that most want increased recycling information. [ + ]
Vic Govt grant boosts milk maker's manufacturing
A Victorian milk company is using a grant from the Victorian Government to help purchase new machinery that will increase productivity and open new markets. [ + ]
Vic WorkSafe Awards recognise farmers for safety boost
The Victorian WorkSafe Awards have been announced, with recognition going to farms with increased safety. [ + ]
Scientists discover why linseed oil goes bitter
German researchers have discovered the cause of stored linseed oil's bitterness and have suggested ways of eliminating it entirely. [ + ]
Australian dairy market to see shaky but profitable year
A report by Rabobank has predicted a challenging but profitable year ahead for Australian dairy farms. [ + ]
Norco Co-operative increases milk price for May and June
The five-cent increase has been instated in order to help farmers struggling with the recovery from recent flooding on Australia's east coast. [ + ]
Nespresso certified as B Corp
The certification signals that the company is using its business to make social and environmental impacts. [ + ]
Unilever updates its food marketing to children standards
Unilever has updated its marketing standards for an increasingly digital world by stopping its food and beverage marketing for under 16-year-olds. [ + ]
Developing active packaging to preserve food and reduce waste
Cornell University scientists are developing active packaging materials that can help to preserve food such as salad dressings, marinades and beverages. [ + ]
Electric chopsticks amp up salty flavour
Electric chopsticks that increase the perception of salt have been developed by Japanese scientists. [ + ]
Beef marbling measurement tool gets accreditation tick
Australian startup MEQ Probe has received accreditation for its 'hot carcase' marbling measurement technology for beef, just three months after its lamb accreditation. [ + ]