After finding that samples of vulnerable sharks had been packaged under generic terms such as "fish", calls are being made for transparency in labelling. [ + ]

Unilever has switched to a paper-based tub for one of its ice-cream brands in the UK which will reduce virgin plastic use by hundreds of tonnes annually. [ + ]

With just a hair from a cow's tail, scientists in Queensland have been able to find the age of cows, which could prove useful for cattle farms and meat traits. [ + ]

For International Women's Day, the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Council is highlighting the work of women in the manufacturing sector. [ + ]

The federal government has announced a number of ambitious plans in the recently launched National Obesity Strategy, including a possible pricing approach. [ + ]

Research into the use of seaweed as a replacement for antibiotics in aquaculture has received a cash prize from the government. [ + ]

A project director has been appointed to the Turbine Precinct, which is foreseen as a major manufacturing, education and research hub on the Sunshine Coast. [ + ]

Kerry has released an e-book with analysis of how different consumer groups view the health benefits of foods. [ + ]

Scientists from the United Kingdom and Australia have suggested the adoption of a 'sustainability scale' label for plastic to help consumers. [ + ]

A UN resolution to end plastic pollution and develop an international legally binding agreement to cover the whole life cycle of plastic has been endorsed by 175 nations. [ + ]

The finalists for the Banksia Foundation's annual sustainability awards are now available and feature some from the food industry. [ + ]

Farmers are calling for the federal government to swiftly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, following the publication of the latest IPCC climate report. [ + ]

The recently signed free trade agreement between New Zealand and the United Kingdom will see tariffs removed from NZ wines and other exports. [ + ]

The grants funding package will see Australian Plant Proteins collaborate with two other Australian manufacturers to transform the Australian plant-based food value chain. [ + ]

A Senate inquiry into the use of meat-based terms for plant proteins has released its report titled 'Don't mince words', with nine recommendations to ensure clarity for consumers. [ + ]