Industry News
ACCC exempts Port Kembla bulk wheat terminals
The ACCC has exempted GrainCorp and Quattro's bulk Port Kembla wheat terminals from compliance with Parts 3 to 6 of the Port Terminal Access (Bulk Wheat) Code of Conduct. [ + ]
ProPak Asia 2016 to feature Australian Pavilion
Australia's packaging and processing industry is set to receive a boost, with an Australian Pavilion to be featured at the ProPak Asia 2016 exhibition. [ + ]
Pouches, shelf life drive aseptic packaging growth
The US aseptic packaging market is forecast to rise 6.8% per year to reach US$6.4 billion in 2020. [ + ]
Food tech company invests in metal additive system for spare parts
Additive Industries has announced the sale of a metal additive Beta system to Kaak Group, a Dutch food tech company specialising in integrated automated bakery systems. [ + ]
Two men convicted for illegal fish imports
The discovery of live fish in baggage at Adelaide Airport has led to two men being convicted for illegal fish importing. [ + ]
Country of origin labelling gets the go-ahead
The states and territories have given the green light to the federal government's proposed reforms to country of origin food labelling. [ + ]
GS1 Australia upgrades product recall portal
GS1 Australia has launched a new version of its electronic product recall notification management system. [ + ]
Are microorganisms the new tool in the kitchen?
Chefs are creating entirely new flavours by harnessing the ability of bacteria and fungi to biochemically transform their growing environments into tasty small molecules. [ + ]
Have you registered for Fine Food Queensland 2016?
Fine Food Queensland opens in Brisbane in just under a fortnight, showcasing some of Australia's great producers and talents. [ + ]
NZ abandons potato push
The horticultural body representing Australian potato growers has welcomed a decision by Potatoes New Zealand not to pursue market access for fresh potatoes into Australia. [ + ]
Plant-based protein from the sea
The ocean is home to plant-based alternative protein sources that are both nutritious and palatable. [ + ]
Bulla launches fairy bread ice-cream
Bulla has developed three new ice cream flavours: Fairy Bread, Cookies & Cream and Cookie Crumble. [ + ]
Consumer attitudes key in health and wellness segment
Research by DuPont Nutrition & Health has identified six core consumer groups according to health and wellness attitudes. [ + ]
Double recognition for Printpack
Printpack has been recognised by two industry associations at recent award ceremonies. [ + ]
Kids get a whole day's sugar hit in one juice
A study has found the sugar content of fruit drinks marketed to children, including natural fruit juices and smoothies, is "unacceptably high". [ + ]
