CSIRO's report into Australia's food system indicates there are some challenges that need to be addressed, even though the current system is feeding around 100 million people. [ + ]

Perfection Fresh has partnered with Detpak to launch a new strawberry packaging designed to maximise freshness and shelf appeal in the berry aisle. [ + ]

Heat and Control has announced the acquisition of Fabcon Food Systems, a provider of bespoke processing and handling equipment systems for the food industry. [ + ]

A study has found women who consumed caffeinated coffee in midlife are more likely to exhibit healthy aging. [ + ]

Global packaging group Detmold is constructing new headquarters in Adelaide, where the family-owned company was founded more than 70 years ago. [ + ]

ifm will be showcasing its smart monitoring solutions for the local wine industry at WineTech 2025, being held from 21–23 July at the Adelaide Convention Centre. [ + ]

The SMARTBEEF Project aims to provide tailored support to improve the productivity and profitability of southern Western Australian beef producers. [ + ]

Forever chemicals, ie, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are being discovered by researchers in some unexpected places, including beer in the US. [ + ]

Swinburne scientists have developed a technique that uses a natural fermentation process to upcycle waste from the cereal industry into high-vaule products such as packaging. [ + ]

Nepenthe Wines is using an innovation designed to make wine packaging more recyclable using a tearaway wine cap designed by Interpack. [ + ]

Arla Foods Ingredients has announced a new distribution partnership with Alchemy Agencies for its nutrition ingredients in the ANZ/Oceania region. [ + ]

Seedlab Australia has announced its Cultivate 11 cohort, a group of 13 FMCG startups that were selected for the program after a bootcamp pitch process together with Woolworths. [ + ]

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Australia has constructed a new canning line for its Monster Energy drinks, capable of processing up to 120,000 cans per hour. [ + ]

The Cook government is helping WA's apple industry to diversify and add value with products developed at its Sustainable Innovative Food Technologies (SIFT) Centre. [ + ]

MIT and SMART researchers have developed a way to extend the shelf life of vegetables by injecting them with melatonin using biodegradable microneedles. [ + ]