Industry News
Sustainability win for de-packaging unit
SITA Australia has won a 2014 Australian Business Award for Sustainability for its de-packaging unit that recycles both food packaging and its contents into valuable resources. [ + ]
Sealord Group catches a new CEO
Steve Yung has been named as the new CEO of Sealord Group. Born in Canada, Yung was most recently managing director of McCain Foods Australia/New Zealand. [ + ]
Tannin could reduce allergenicity of peanut residues in food
Tannic acid has shown promising results as a scavenger of peanut allergens, meaning that it could be used to reduce or prevent allergic responses when allergic consumers accidentally ingest peanut residues. [ + ]
Protecting your brand: event for FMCG companies
To help those in the FMCG sector understand risk, the AIFST has partnered with the AFGC to host a joint event: "Protecting your brands, business and back: Governance issues for officers and directors of FMCG businesses". [ + ]
Updated recommendations on infant and follow-on formula
The EFSA has updated its advice on formulas for infants and toddlers. The recommendations are included in a Scientific Opinion which reviews advice provided by the Scientific Committee on Food in 2003, taking into account more recent evidence. [ + ]
Successful open house for Jet Technologies
Jet Technologies had an impressive turnout at its open house event last Friday, with more than 120 visitors dropping by throughout the day to view the newly refurbished office and tour the warehouse and demo centre. [ + ]
Asian demand a boon to NZ food and beverage market
High-value foods and beverages are in demand in Asia - and New Zealand is cashing in on the trend. A new report published by the NZ government shows the increased demand is driving export growth and diversification in the country. [ + ]
Microbiosensor developed to detect probiotics
Mexican researchers have developed a microbiosensor that detects beneficial bacteria in food. The micromechanical device has been used to evaluate the growth of L. plantarum 299vm. [ + ]
Retail sales growth strong: AFGC CHEP Retail Index
Despite easing in the June quarter, year-on-year growth in retail sales remains strong, according to the 14th AFGC CHEP Retail Index. [ + ]
AUSPACK 2015 already 70% occupied
AUSPACK's 30th anniversary show is proving popular, with 70% of space already occupied. The event will be held on 24 to 27 March at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. [ + ]
tna opens Bangkok office
tna has opened a new office in Bangkok, expanding its operations in Asia as part of its global expansion strategy. [ + ]
Frozen blueberries have higher antioxidant availability than fresh
Most anthocyanins in blueberries are found in the skin, and freezing blueberries actually improves the availability of the antioxidants, according to research conducted by South Dakota State University graduate Marin Plumb. [ + ]
Potato chip manufacturer placed into administration
Australian potato chip manufacturer Potato Magic Australia has been placed into administration. The Griffith company supplies potato chips to diet food providers. [ + ]
Craft beer's gain is domestic beer's loss
Despite a general decline in beer drinking in Australia, craft beer has bucked the trend, with the number of Australians consuming craft beer each month exceeding one million, according to new research from Roy Morgan Research. [ + ]
Dairy research to help Australia meet growing dairy demand
The new ARC Dairy Innovation Hub is set up to help Australian dairy manufacturers capture the growing Asian demand for dairy by developing new products. [ + ]