Industry News
Aussie brewers call for beer tax rate reduction
In response to the UK's decision to freeze its beer tax rate at AU$1.52, Aussie brewers are calling for cuts to the Australian beer tax rate of AU$2.26. [ + ]
Finding a replacement for palm oil
The process to develop a synthetic replacement for palm oil could take years; in the meantime, engineers are calling for more sustainable palm oil practices. [ + ]
Are your young workers safe?
9 in 10 young workers, aged 18–25, would work in unsafe conditions — including working with no training, reveals a Victorian worker safety campaign. [ + ]
Saltiest savoury snack revealed
A 'lightly salted' kale chip has been crowned saltiest snack in a new report released by The George Institute for Global Health, VicHealth and the Heart Foundation. [ + ]
Spain to host World Cheese Awards
The World Cheese Awards will be held in Oviedo, Spain, as part of the Asturias Paraíso Natural Internacional Cheese Festival. [ + ]
Mondelēz International announces new ANZ, Japan President
Mondelēz International has announced that Darren O'Brien will be President of its Australia, New Zealand and Japan business units, from 1 May 2020. [ + ]
Lettuce in space
Astronauts on the International Space Station have cultivated lettuce that is disease-free and safe to eat. [ + ]
Scientists develop a quick Salmonella detection method
Food scientists have developed a method to rapidly identify Salmonella serotypes in two hours, completing the whole identification process in eight hours. [ + ]
Nestlé rolls out recyclable baby food pouch
As part of its goal to make its packaging 100% recyclable or re-usable by 2025, baby food brand Gerber has introduced a single-material pouch in the US. [ + ]
Massey University to help eradicate M. bovis from NZ
The Mycoplasma bovis Programme has selected Massey University to research the impacts of M. bovis on cattle in New Zealand. [ + ]
Sustainability under discussion at interpack
A one-day conference called 'Life without packaging?' will take place during the interpack packaging and processing event in Germany this year. [ + ]
Top 100 Australian manufacturers revealed
Australia's Top 100 Manufacturers have been announced, with the food manufacturing industry boasting the highest number of businesses present in the list. [ + ]
Cape Byron Distillery wins sustainability award
Cape Byron Distillery has been recognised for its sustainability efforts, and named 'Sustainable Distillery of the Year' at gin awards in London. [ + ]
Fresh or freeze-dried raspberries with your muesli?
Scientists have been researching the freeze-drying process in detail in order to perfect the process efficiency and improve product quality in the future. [ + ]
Aussie co-packer LJM partners with NZ brand specialist Hoop
Australian co-packer LJM has formed a joint venture with New Zealand-based company Hoop, to better cater for New Zealand suppliers wanting to reach the FMCG international market. [ + ]
