Industry News
$18m upgrade at QUT's fermentation facility in Mackay
The upgrade of QUT Pioneer BioPilot into a pilot-scale fermentation food-grade facility could help to fast-track new food product and ingredient innovations. [ + ]
McNab joins Turbine Sunshine Coast precinct
With its first food and beverage tenants expected in early 2027, Turbine Sunshine Coast has appointed McNab as a project partner for the next phase of delivery. [ + ]
CSIRO food science conference in November
Everything from processed food to AI-driven food design will be up for discussion in Melbourne this November. [ + ]
Tasmanian honey study could help to boost its value
A long-term study of Tasmanian leatherwood honey has identified its unique benefits in detail, which could assist with product authentication and boost its value. [ + ]
Magnum Ice Cream Company celebrates its $35m facility upgrade in Minto
The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formally Streets) celebrated its $35 million transformation at the Minto facility in South-West Sydney on 25 September 2025. [ + ]
Have your say about the Australian chicken meat industry review
ABARES is seeking feedback on its interim findings into the review of Australia's chicken meat industry before making its recommendations to the Australian Government. [ + ]
Fine Food recap: success for Australian food logistics business
The Fine Food exhibition in Sydney was a resounding success for CoolPac's Olivo insulated containers. [ + ]
South East Melbourne emerges as Australia's top manufacturing zone
Greater South East Melbourne has overtaken Western Sydney as the new heart of Australian manufacturing, according to a new report by Deloitte Access Economics. [ + ]
Exploring the impact of packaging on broccoli rabe florets
While organic vegetables are increasingly popular in retail markets, packaging can change internal gas balances, leading to nutrient loss or the build-up of unwanted volatiles. [ + ]
Not all mercury is toxic: bluefin tuna study reveals more
Mercury contamination in seafood is a global health concern, but now a new study reveals how Atlantic bluefin tuna can transform the toxic mercury into less harmful forms. [ + ]
Packaging partnership to develop compostable lidding
Fiberdom and Kiefel partner on fibre-based packaging innovation with dry forming technology to develop lidding solutions for margarine, beverages and more. [ + ]
Beef processor achieves AUS-MEAT approval for carcase grading
JBS Australia has achieved AUS-MEAT approval for the MEQ cold carcase grading camera at three of its beef processing facilities. [ + ]
New trade deal for Aussie apples with Canada
Aussie-grown apples will soon be able to be exported to Canada, thanks to improved market access conditions under a new trade deal negotiated by the government this month. [ + ]
How will Australia's new climate targets impact manufacturing?
The Australian Government has announced more ambitious climate targets together with a new $5bn Net Zero Fund for industrial decarbonisation and low-emissions manufacturing. [ + ]
Krones expands its portfolio in process technology and can handling
Two recent acquisitions have helped to strengthen Krones's portfolio in process technology and filling and packaging equipment. [ + ]
