Industry News
Mars expands into the ready-meals space
Ben's Original ranges of ready meals launched from the US to the UK have been designed with convenience and nutrition as key priorities. [ + ]
Developing methods to streamline foodborne virus detection
UMass Amherst has received a US$650,000 grant from USDA to develop rapid, portable, single-tube technology to help maintain safety of the food supply. [ + ]
Packaging on the podium: AIP wins Food Waste Action Award
The AIP-led 'Save Food Packaging Project' has received a Food Waste Action Award. [ + ]
Green tax: study shows renewables may raise food prices
As countries embrace renewable energy production, a recent study sheds light on some overlooked impacts of this transition. [ + ]
Advancing sustainable supply chains in the fresh produce sector
The International Fresh Produce Association Australia-New Zealand has organised two Sustainability Summits in Australia and New Zealand next week. [ + ]
La Trobe finalist in NASA space food competition
La Trobe University and Gaia Project Australia have been named finalists in NASA's Deep Space Food Challenge. [ + ]
HRS to showcase processing solutions at Propak Indonesia
HRS Heat Exchangers has developed a wide range of turnkey line solutions that will be on display at Propak Indonesia. [ + ]
Coles opens automated distribution centre in Western Sydney
Part of $1 billion investment, Coles has opened its second automated distribution centre (ADC) using Witron technology in Kemps Creek, Western Sydney. [ + ]
Sixth AIP State of Industry Webinar
Registrations are open for the sixth AIP State of Industry Webinar with a focus on container deposit schemes for beverage packaging. [ + ]
PepsiCo achieves 3.5 Health Star Rating with chip ranges
PepsiCo Australia has achieved a 3.5 Health Star Rating (HSR) for its low-salt and baked potato chip ranges. [ + ]
Sweet support for beneficial probiotic cultures in yoghurt
Adding a spoonful of honey to plain yoghurt could support the survival of probiotic cultures in the gut, according to research. [ + ]
Improving commercial foods for infants and young children
Following the latest Food Ministers Meeting, public consultation for options to improve commercial foods for infants and young children has now commenced. [ + ]
Inquiry continues to examine food & beverage consumption in Aust
The House Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Resources will hear from a range of stakeholders, including a group working to improve diets in Australia. [ + ]
Tastier cat food flavours for our feline friends
Cats are notoriously picky eaters. But what if humans could design their foods around flavours that our feline friends are scientifically proven to enjoy? [ + ]
Pfizer's $150 million upgrade for its pharma facility in Vic
Pfizer Australia is upgrading its pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Melbourne, which will include robotics and AI-powered technologies for key processes. [ + ]
