The Australian Institute of Packaging is heading to Bali. In conjunction with the Indonesian Packaging Federation and the World Packaging Organisation, the AIP will deliver a training course and several packaging workshops. [ + ]

While the labelling of genetically modified GM foods is a hot topic, recent research from The NPD Group shows that 67% of all primary grocery shoppers in the US will not pay extra for non-GM foods. [ + ]

The nose isn't the only organ associated with smell, according to researchers from the Université de Montréal. Apparently vision also plays a role in how we perceive smell. [ + ]

While an apple a day may keep the doctor away, an orange a day could reduce your risk of stroke. Researchers have found that eating foods high in vitamin C could reduce the risk of the most common type of haemorrhagic stroke. [ + ]

Fonterra will invest $32 million to expand its slice-on-slice cheese capacity at its Eltham site in Taranaki. The slice-on-slice cheese is used in quick-service restaurants for products such as hamburgers and sandwiches. [ + ]

Coca-Cola Amatil (CCA) has issued a statement clarifying its position on SPC Ardmona following reports that it may close the processor. The company says these reports are "mistaken". [ + ]

New figures from DAFF show that most imported foods comply with Australia's strict food standards. According to a new report from DAFF, the results of tests applied to imported food show a consistently high rate of compliance. [ + ]

Eagle Product Inspection has launched a new website and knowledge hub that aims to provide food and pharmaceutical manufacturers with information on technologies, trends, regulations and legislation in the inspection market. [ + ]

The standard for measuring the protein content of cow's milk has been expanded to include milk from other species. The IDF and ISO say the revised standard will enhance consumer protection and ensure trade harmonisation. [ + ]

A case study explaining how Murray Goulburn went about optimising its milk powder drying process is just one of the reasons why you should register to attend Australia's new automation, control and instrumentation conference, ACI Connect. [ + ]

Mitchell McClenaghan and Ryan Kamins are hoping to raise $100,000 in funding for their Clean Paleo brand through the www.indiegogo.com site. [ + ]

While the debate over whether margarine or butter is better for you rages, consumers have been quietly voting with their dollar. Recent sales trends show that Australian shoppers are purchasing butter more often than they did five years ago. [ + ]

Organisers of the Queensland Supply Chain & Logistics Conference have announced the dates for the 2014 event. The conference will be held over 4 and 5 September at the Sofitel Hotel in Brisbane. [ + ]

Standards Australia has announced the release of three draft standards on energy audits for public comment. The standards are designed to assist organisations when deciding on what type of audit to implement, as well as providing an outline in best practice for energy auditors. [ + ]

The success of coconut water - which surged from zero in 2006 to an almost $1 billion business in North America and Europe by 2013 - could be just the first step in a massive emerging trend: healthy, natural, low-calorie waters taken directly from plants. [ + ]