Industry News
JBS Australia's Scone bioenergy system in operation
Meat and food processor JBS Australia (JBS) has completed the construction of a bioenergy system at its Scone processing plant. [ + ]
Plant molecular farming: creating 'moo-free' cheese
Plant molecular farming could deliver a way to produce scalable, animal-free cheese that mimics the real thing. [ + ]
Govt funds 'AI Adopt Centre' to help Aussie SME manufacturers
Funding announced for provider of AI ARM Hub to provide manufacturing SMEs a tangible pathway to adopting AI for processes. [ + ]
TMX appoints new COO
Global supply chain consultancy TMX Transform has appointed Tristan Butt as Chief Operating Officer. [ + ]
Market research: Aussie beverages continue growth path
Australian beverages continue to grow within the SMB manufacturing sector, according to new figures released by Unleashed. [ + ]
Collab and connect: Ferrero releases sustainability report
The Ferrero Group has released its 15th Sustainability Report for the 2022/23 financial year. [ + ]
Inghams launches its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan
As Aussies commemorate National Reconciliation Week, Inghams has launched its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan. [ + ]
The Natural Confectionery Co introduces lollies with less sugar
Mondelēz Australia, the parent company of The Natural Confectionery Co., has developed a '50% Less Sugar' lollies range. [ + ]
Grocery Code of Conduct Reviewer to speak at Hort Connections
Hort Connections 2023 will feature a range of speakers including Independent Reviewer Dr Craig Emerson and Investment Banker David Williams. [ + ]
Aussie fruit and vegetable producers to meet international buyers
International fruit and vegetable buyers from key export markets land in Australia this week to meet local growers as part of the 2024 Reverse Trade Mission delivered by AUSVEG. [ + ]
Bird flu detected at poultry farm in Vic
Bird flu has been detected on an egg farm in Victoria's west, according to Agriculture Victoria. [ + ]
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Aust sells Feral Brewing Co.
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Australia is selling Feral Brewing Company, which was purchased back in 2018. [ + ]
Entries open for Australian Women's Business Champion Awards
Entries are now open for the 2024 Australian Women's Business Champion Awards, with over 65 categories dedicated to celebrating women in small businesses. [ + ]
NZ biosecurity: huge fine for smuggling vines
In NZ, a winemaker who smuggled Australian vines into NZ and planted them has been fined. [ + ]
Meat freshness tech designed to replace 'use-by' dates
Patches that change colour as raw meat freshness deteriorates in sealed refrigerated products could soon become a reality on supermarket shelves. [ + ]
