Industry News
Melbourne researchers discover 'sensor' protein that could fight obesity and diabetes
A discovery by Melbourne researchers could play a major role in the fight against obesity and type 2 diabetes. [ + ]
Charity kitchen calls for food donors
FareShare has appealed to Victorian food producers and businesses for food donations to meet the growing demand for cooked, ready-to-eat meals from charities. [ + ]
Cereals, dairy lead the way in GMO-free labelling
Ongoing interest in 'clean' labels and greater transparency has spawned a marked upturn in interest in GMO-free or non-GMO products, particularly in the cereals and dairy sectors. [ + ]
Online tool simplifies FTAs
The Export Council of Australia has launched an online tool for Australian exporters that provides a quick summary of free trade agreement benefits. [ + ]
ABS data shows signs of slowdown for food sector
Trend data from the Australia Bureau of Statistics (ABS) indicates a weakening in the food sector, with year-on-year sales growth dropping to below 3% in August. [ + ]
Emerson acquires IntelliSAW business
Emerson has acquired IntelliSAW Inc., a provider of systems that protect electric power transmission and distribution equipment by measuring and monitoring temperature, humidity and partial discharge using advanced sensor and analytic technologies. [ + ]
US online tool offers instant data on foodborne disease
The updated Foodborne Outbreak Online Database Tool lets users search nearly 20 years of outbreak data by state, food or germ. [ + ]
Bacteriophage effective against deadly bacteria in infant formula
A bacteriophage has showed strong antimicrobial activity against a type of foodborne bacterium that often kills infants after infecting them via infant formula. [ + ]
What a waste of potatoes
Food waste is a hot topic, and the humble potato is a disproportionate victim of our wasteful ways. [ + ]
'Ask for Cask' campaign a winner at wine industry awards
Scholle Industries' collaborative 'Ask for Cask' campaign has claimed the Industry Engagement Award at the annual Wine Industry Suppliers Australia Supplier of the Year awards in Adelaide. [ + ]
Coconut recalls prompt allergen labelling reminder
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has issued a reminder to all businesses, including importers, about the need to meet mandatory allergen labelling requirements. [ + ]
Natural antioxidants for meat preservation
The Institute of Food Technologists has published an article identifying natural ingredients that can be used as antioxidants in meat and meat products. [ + ]
Do beans fill you up as well as beef does?
A study published by the Institute of Food Technologists has found that a bean-based meal provides a similar feeling of fullness compared to a beef-based meal. [ + ]
Australia welcomes YuMi the collaborative robot
ABB has announced that its YuMi collaborative robot is now available in Australia. [ + ]
ACCC pledges support for Food and Grocery Code
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has committed to a dual role of outreach and enforcement, to ensure the success of the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct. [ + ]
