Industry News
NZ Young Viticulturist of the Year announced
Tai Nelson from Soljans Estate in Auckland, New Zealand, has won the title of New Zealand Young Viticulturist of the Year 2023. [ + ]
Aussie produce to be showcased on the world stage
Aussie horticulture is headed for the world stage this week with over 40 Australian exhibitors set to show off their produce at Asia Fruit Logistica. [ + ]
Nestlé invests $2m to reduce water at its factory in Qld
Nestlé Australia has invested $2 million in new technology to reduce water use in its Gympie factory, the home of Nescafé. [ + ]
Blueberry sticker to slow ripening process being trialled
One of the challenges facing the blueberry industry is the seasonality of the fresh fruit, but could we 'buy' more time using a new sticker technology? [ + ]
AI in full focus at upcoming Smart Manufacturing Conference
AI is believed to be the future of the industry, helping answer the Smart Manufacturing Conference's "What’s Next For Manufacturers?" question. [ + ]
Bacteria-killing spikes for food production surfaces
An RMIT University study has suggested that rough antimicrobial surfaces inspired by bacteria-killing spikes on insect wings could have food production applications. [ + ]
AUSVEG calls for action amid worsening labour shortages
A year on from the federal government's Jobs and Skills Summit, crippling workforce shortages facing Australian vegetable growers have only worsened. [ + ]
NSW manufacturers highlighted at Fine Food Australia
As Fine Food Australia approaches, NSW businesses are in the spotlight as they prepare for the 'Flavours of NSW' zone. [ + ]
Aussie cocktails launched in aseptic cartons from Tetra Pak
Mandatory Spirit Co. and Tetra Pak have together ventured into a new product category, filling cocktails into aseptic carton packages produced locally in Victoria. [ + ]
Bega to acquire two Tasmanian-grown dairy brands
Bega Group has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire two TasFoods brands for $11 million. [ + ]
Arnott's Group opens $65m automated distribution centre in Western Sydney
The Arnott's Group continues to grow its operations in Australia by opening a 43,000 m2 automated warehouse and logistics hub in Huntingwood. [ + ]
Report: Urgent action required for F&B industry emissions
Research has found that Australian businesses recognise the imperative of achieving net zero, but they need to act more urgently to address it. [ + ]
Is energy harvesting the future of smart packaging?
Researchers from Case Western Reserve University are leading the development of a 'smart packaging' system for real-time monitoring. [ + ]
ABAC appoints The Hon Tony Smith as Independent Chair
Harry Jenkins AO has retired as ABAC Independent Chair after a 5-year tenure and has been succeeded by The Hon Tony Smith. [ + ]
High Fibre Wheat set to soon be available in Australia
Following the announcement that Allied Pinnacle had secured exclusively licensed patents for High Fibre Wheat in April, Australia will soon be able to access it. [ + ]
