Industry News
SAI Global's food industry qualification proves popular
Three months after classes commenced, there has been extensive interest in SAI Global's diploma qualification for professionals working with the food industry in operations, food safety and quality assurance roles. [ + ]
Waiter, there's a bristle in my burger!
A review of injuries caused by ingesting wire bristles from grill brushes has prompted calls for greater awareness by medical professionals and consumers. [ + ]
100 glasses: a snapshot of Australia's drinking habits
In a revealing analysis of Australia's drinking habits, market research company Roy Morgan Research has distilled our drinking habits into 100 glasses. [ + ]
Maggots and antibacterial surfaces
The structure of the surface of the the rat-tailed maggot prevents the microorganisms in the maggot's fetid environment from infecting the larvae. [ + ]
What if there was a simpler, more practical way to test for pathogens?
A simple, paper-based dipstick test can reveal the presence of foodborne pathogens in just 15 minutes. [ + ]
You are what your ancestors ate
Evidence of a genetic variation has been discovered in populations that have historically favoured vegetarian or seafood diets. [ + ]
The great oregano swindle
A spot check by CHOICE has found widespread adulteration of oregano products sold in Australia, with one product found to contain less than 10% oregano. [ + ]
Krones acquires intralogistics supplier
Krones has purchased 60% of the shares in System Logistics, an Italian supplier of intralogistics, material flow technology and warehousing solutions to the food and beverage industries. [ + ]
Last chance to apply for 2016 APPMA Scholarship!
Applications for the 2016 APPMA Scholarship will close on Friday 8 April. [ + ]
Coon Cheese toasties a new partnership with Swimming Australia
Coon Cheese has struck a two-year deal with Swimming Australia that will see the brand play an active role at the sport's national events. [ + ]
Tetra Pak acquires cheese mould manufacturer Laude
Tetra Pak has acquired Laude, a Dutch manufacturer of plastic moulds used in hard and semi-hard cheese production. [ + ]
Food insecurity and hospitalisation rates
More than 50% of patients with high hospitalisation rates used community food resources such as food pantries, and 40% were worried that they would run out of food, according to a US study. [ + ]
Australian vegans 'crowd-harvest' seaweed pasta
A seaweed that resembles green tagliatelle is the focus of a crowd-harvesting campaign to bring the product to Australia. [ + ]
Almond milk leads new wave of dairy alternatives
Development in the dairy-alternative drinks segment has been driven by increasing penetration outside the traditional Asian market and the rise in plant-based milks such as almond, rice, coconut and oat. [ + ]
