Industry News
Markem-Imaje acquires brand protection specialist Systech
Systech will become part of Markem-Imaje, bringing a range of products, including its Brand Protection Suite, into Markem-Imaje’s portfolio. [ + ]
Detecting rice labelling fraud with smartphone photos
Researchers have developed a way to detect fraudulent rice labels with smartphone photos, as irregularities in rice labelling become more prevalent. [ + ]
Using science to improve the taste of frozen lobster
A team of Nova Scotia researchers is developing a technology that can freeze lobster without affecting its taste. [ + ]
Reducing water and chemical use in food processing
Researchers have created microbubbles which could reduce the use of water and chemicals when cleaning and sanitising food processing equipment. [ + ]
$4 million grant to enhance food chain traceability
The Department of Agriculture has opened applications for a $4 million Traceability Grants Program, to enhance traceability in the food supply chain. [ + ]
Cadbury chocolate bar trials paper packaging in New Zealand
Mondelez International has launched its Cadbury Energy bar in recyclable paper packaging, as part of a trial in New Zealand. [ + ]
Craft beer boom in US leading to more hop production
Craft breweries may be behind the geographic expansion of hop production in the US, with approximately 750 hop farms opening in the US from 2007 to 2017. [ + ]
Consumers urged to buy locally to support bushfire recovery
Food South Australia is encouraging consumers to purchase South Australian products at the supermarket, to support businesses recovering from bushfires. [ + ]
Key Technology acquires Herbert Solutions
Key Technology, a manufacturer of processing equipment, has acquired Herbert Solutions to expand its portfolio of potato and vegetable equipment solutions. [ + ]
Effects of heirloom and modern wheat on gut health
A report has revealed that a popular modern variety of wheat does not impair gut health in mice when compared to heirloom wheat varieties. [ + ]
Sugar levels drop in UK yoghurts
A University of Leeds study has found there was an overall 13% decrease in total sugar content in yoghurts sold in UK supermarkets. [ + ]
Using technology to measure meat quality
Scientists have developed a faster and cheaper method to assess the quality of meat using UV light, called fluorescence spectroscopy. [ + ]
Call for comment on soy leghemoglobin usage in food items
FSANZ has issued a call for comment on an application by Impossible Foods Inc. for the use of a protein, soy leghemoglobin, in meat analogue products. [ + ]
Coca-Cola Amatil quenching thirst for solar in 2020
Coca-Cola Amatil is continuing its switch to solar, by installing 5200 more panels at its distribution centre in Eastern Creek, Sydney. [ + ]
Five reasons to prioritise employee wellness
Global risk management provider SAI Global is encouraging employers to prioritise the wellbeing of their workers. [ + ]
