Nominations are now invited for the annual Queensland Supply Chain and Logistics Awards. [ + ]

A team of researchers has used bioinformatics technology to identify the genes of fungi that affect crops such as cucumber, watermelon, squash and rockmelon, in order to define the ideal treatment to attack the pathogens. [ + ]

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. [ + ]

A review of injuries caused by ingesting wire bristles from grill brushes has prompted calls for greater awareness by medical professionals and consumers. [ + ]

In a revealing analysis of Australia's drinking habits, market research company Roy Morgan Research has distilled our drinking habits into 100 glasses. [ + ]

The structure of the surface of the the rat-tailed maggot prevents the microorganisms in the maggot's fetid environment from infecting the larvae. [ + ]

A simple, paper-based dipstick test can reveal the presence of foodborne pathogens in just 15 minutes. [ + ]

Evidence of a genetic variation has been discovered in populations that have historically favoured vegetarian or seafood diets. [ + ]

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 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. [ + ]

Applications for the 2016 APPMA Scholarship will close on Friday 8 April. [ + ]

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 has acquired Laude, a Dutch manufacturer of plastic moulds used in hard and semi-hard cheese production. [ + ]

A seaweed that resembles green tagliatelle is the focus of a crowd-harvesting campaign to bring the product to Australia. [ + ]

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