Industry News
New factory expands Proseal's Australian reach
Proseal has moved to a new factory in order to keep up with the country's rising demand. [ + ]
$4.4million plant-based protein research partnership
The GrainCorp, CSIRO and v2food research partnership will help to develop processing expertise using the proteins found in soybeans, among other crops. [ + ]
TricorBraun expands in Australia with PB Packaging acquisition
TricorBraun announced its plans to acquire PB Packaging as it expands its presence in the Australian market. [ + ]
FSANZ asks for feedback about review of infant formula
A call for submissions regarding infant formulas has been made by the food standards agency, which will be reviewing the regulations covering these products. [ + ]
Report: Wine industry facing five unique challenges
Research from Rabobank shows that while the wine industry is currently facing problems, responding to them cleverly could alleviate their impact. [ + ]
FSANZ appoints new CEO
Dr Sandra Cuthbert is now the permanent Chief Executive Officer of FSANZ after serving as its interim CEO since last year. [ + ]
Australia–India partnership an opportunity for winemakers
This agreement is seen as an opportunity for Australia's wine industry in the Indian market while allowing it to recover from the market loss in China. [ + ]
Dairy Innovation Awards open for entries
Focusing on sustainability and innovative practices, the IDF Dairy Innovation Awards are designed to celebrate competitors from around the world. [ + ]
FSANZ seeks to align its code to international terminology
The ANZ food standards body is seeking to align local and international terminology regarding the use of certain chemicals in food production. [ + ]
Canberra brewery achieves carbon-neutral status
The brewery has achieved carbon-neutral certification for both its products and operations and hopes other brewers can follow in its footsteps. [ + ]
Ferrero UK issues product recalls due to salmonella risk
Ferrero has recalled products in the UK and Ireland after they were suspected to be linked to cases of salmonella in children. [ + ]
How does the Budget impact food manufacturing?
The industry reaction to the federal Budget 2022–23 was mainly positive thanks to funding for manufacturing, upskilling and regional businesses. [ + ]
Dairy producer uses carbon-neutral milk from SA
A South Australian producer of yoghurt, cheese, quark, cream and milk is fully embracing organic carbon-neutral dairy. [ + ]
PepsiCo aims for Net Water Positive by 2030
PepsiCo announces several new innovations, investments and partnerships to progress its ambition to be Net Water Positive by 2030. [ + ]
Frucor Suntory to build $400m factory in Qld
The multi-beverage factory in Ipswich is expected to be completed by mid-2024 and will include production, warehousing and distribution functions. [ + ]
