Industry News
Arnott's to make biscuits at manufacturing facility in NZ
After a 25-year hiatus, The Arnott's Group will begin manufacturing biscuits in New Zealand. [ + ]
Unilever extends agreement with Barry Callebaut
Unilever has extended its long-term global strategic agreement with Barry Callebaut Group for the supply of cocoa and chocolate. [ + ]
Europe approves HMO mix for infant formula
The 6'-SL HMO from Chr. Hansen has been approved for highest use levels in infant formula and follow-on formula in Europe. [ + ]
Chobani expands in New Zealand
Chobani Australia has expanded its range in New Zealand to meet rising demand, following success when the product was first launched. [ + ]
Disruptive food product demand declining
A Rabobank report has said that food innovation strategies will shift in coming years, driven by economic uncertainties, changed food demand and high interest rates. [ + ]
Fonterra announces first nutrition science investment
Following the creation of a dedicated nutrition science branch within the Co-op, Fonterra has announced an investment in US-based company Pendulum. [ + ]
Health and wellness products shine at expo
The 2023 Naturally Good event has wrapped, showcasing over 270 exhibitors from around the nation in the areas of food, beverages and more. [ + ]
Government rules for packaging in Australia
Mandatory packaging rules to address recycled content, chemicals in food packaging and more have been agreed to by Australia's environment ministers. [ + ]
Recycling lab testing paper-based solutions
Koehler Innovation & Technology has opened a recycling lab to test and monitor paper-based products at all stages throughout the product life cycle. [ + ]
Season Four of AFGC series released
Sustaining Australia TV features expert interviews and behind-the-scenes stories about Australia's food and grocery manufacturing industry. [ + ]
US sustainable packaging maker launches in Australia
A US manufacturer of 100% recycled and recyclable secondary packaging, PakTech, has officially launched in Australia. [ + ]
Boost for veggie growers with farm data initiative
A $6.1 million farm data initiative has been launched to assist vegetable growers in unlocking growth, productivity and profitability. [ + ]
Vegetable ice cream: two serves with every scoop
Ice creams with interesting pumpkin and cauliflower flavour combos were on the menu at the nation's annual Hort Connections event in Adelaide this week. [ + ]
Climate change affecting oyster industry
Research on Vibrio bacteria that are an emerging climate change risk to the seafood industry has been presented by CDU researchers. [ + ]
Federation TAFE students win at Excellence in Baking competition
At the 2023 Excellence in Baking national competition, Federation TAFE students achieved honours for pastry cooking and baking. [ + ]
