Industry News
Know Your Grocery Code program for fresh food suppliers to supermarkets
The government-funded training program is designed to help fresh food suppliers across Australia better understand the mandatory Food and Grocery Code of Conduct. [ + ]
2026 PIDA Award Finalists announced
Unique designs have been recognised as finalists for the annual Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) awards in 2026. [ + ]
AMS announces 2026 Beamex User Group meeting
After a two-year break, the Beamex User Group meeting returns to the Sunshine Coast over two days in November. [ + ]
Singapore, a hub for European dairy in SE Asia
Increasing interest in science-backed ingredients has positioned Singapore as a key gateway for European dairy innovation in South-East Asia. [ + ]
Taste perception study to help advance functional food designs
The findings of a new pilot study may help to improve functional food design and food processing technologies while advancing understanding of taste-related sensory perception pathways. [ + ]
Avocado supply chain handling training program partners with Woollies
The Australian avocado industry has launched a virtual reality (VR) supply chain training program, partnering with Woolworths on retail components. [ + ]
Next-generation automation on show at CeMAT 2026
Swisslog will be showcasing its new 4-way pallet shuttle and other intralogistics automation solutions at CeMAT 2026. [ + ]
AIP joins AFGC as a member
The Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP) has announced that it has joined the Australian Food & Grocery Council (AFGC) as a member. [ + ]
Jet Technologies partners with renewable ink technology business
Jet Technologies is working with Living Ink Technologies to introduce an algae-based alternative to black inks for packaging and label applications in Australia. [ + ]
Dematic celebrates 60 years of Australian innovation
From humble beginnings in Sydney's Northern Beaches, Dematic is now celebrating 60 years of manufacturing and engineering in Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
For Food's Sake agrifood event returns in September
Hosted by Future Food Systems (FFS), the For Food's Sake agrifood innovation event is being held in Sydney this September. [ + ]
New CEO and MD for Pure Foods Tasmania
Pure Foods Tasmania has announced the appointment of Robert Knight as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, becoming effective on 1 July 2026. [ + ]
Fresh produce technology on show at Hort Connections 2026
Result Group will demostrate its traceability and branding solution for fresh produce at Hort Connections 2026. [ + ]
HMPS uses Rockwell's FactoryTalk Optix for its packaging machines
Australian OEM HMPS is using the latest Rockwell Automation HMIs across its machinery range, including its latest Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) machines. [ + ]
Toddler milk regulation proposal by FSANZ under discussion
Food Standards Australia New Zealand is calling for submissions on a proposal to develop a clearer regulatory framework that reflects the role of toddler milk as a supplementary food. [ + ]

