Industry News
Funding for sustainable fisheries
OceanWatch has been recognised as a natural resource management (NRM) organisation and will receive $439,836 as part of the National Landcare Program to promote best-practice harvest practices and help increase long-term returns for Australian fishers. [ + ]
Benchmarking trial for sparkling wine closures commences soon
The world's first large-scale benchmarking trial for sparkling wine closures is due to commence in 2014. To be conducted by the AWRI, the trial will evaluate the impact of a range of different closure technologies on bottle-fermented Chardonnay Pinot Noir. [ + ]
WHO recommends cutting sugar intake in half
The World Health Organization (WHO) has sugar in its sights, recommending that consumers aim to cut their sugar consumption in half to 5% of total daily calories. [ + ]
Saturated fat: unfairly targeted?
A US cardiovascular researcher and doctor has made waves within both the medical and research sectors by publishing an editorial arguing that the theory that saturated fat raises cholesterol levels is false. [ + ]
Industry welcomes Food To Asia Action Plan
The Victorian Government's Food To Asia Action Plan is a positive step that will enhance competitiveness and growth in the domestic food processing sector, the AFGC says. [ + ]
Changing Aust demograph affects packaging demand
Australia's ageing population is driving demand for lightweight, easy-to-open packaging with clear labelling. A new report from Canadean predicts that the Australian packaging market will grow at a CAGR of 2.21% up to 2017. [ + ]
LINPAC recognised for customer service
The Institute of Customer Service has awarded LINPAC Packaging the prestigious ServiceMark accreditation. LINPAC was recognised for its excellent standards of customer service through its LINcare program. [ + ]
Canned food can do you good, study shows
Canned food has received the tick of approval after an analysis of more than 40 scientific studies found that canned foods are a good way to help people increase their fruit and vegetable intake, regardless of geography or income level. [ + ]
Understanding global agriculture to improve local agriculture
Speakers at ABARES 2014's global focus session spoke around the theme of improving the competitiveness of domestic agriculture sectors through reduced regulatory burdens and better supply chain infrastructure. [ + ]
Miteco acquired by Tetra Pak
Tetra Pak has acquired Miteco, a leading provider of production solutions for soft drinks, fruit juices and liquid food. The company has a particular focus on carbonated soft drinks. [ + ]
AMA calls on food industry to stop "undermining" star rating system
AMA Vice-President Dr Steve Hambleton has called on the food industry to put its full support behind the proposed star rating system for food. [ + ]
Dark chocolate proven beneficial for heart health
Researchers from The Netherlands have found that dark chocolate helps restore flexibility to arteries while also preventing white blood cells from sticking to the walls of blood vessels. [ + ]
Tetra Pak wins iF design award
Tetra Pak's Tetra Evero Aseptic has been awarded a 2014 International Forum Packaging Design Award (iF award). The product is said to be the world's first aseptic carton bottle for ambient white milk. [ + ]
Plastic packaging big in Japan
The plastic packaging industry in Japan is growing rapidly, with flexible and rigid plastic packaging demand set to increase by 6.9 billion packs between 2012 and 2017. [ + ]
Supply Chain Optimisation Scholarship call for nominations
Nominations are now open for the SCLAA's 2014 Supply Chain Optimisation Scholarship. The scholarship winner will receive a free place in the 2014 Supply Chain Optimisation course at the University of Queensland. [ + ]
