Industry News
Marketing without Greenwashing webinar for SMEs
AusIndustry and the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) will be hosting a webinar on 31 May to discuss Marketing without Greenwashing. [ + ]
Gut microbiome research funding recipients announced
Danone North America has selected this year's recipients of the 2022–2023 Annual Gut Microbiome, Yogurt and Probiotic Fellowship Program. [ + ]
Increasing the shelf life of berries
A European research program is looking at ways to increase the shelf life of berries using high-precision agriculture and innovative processing methods. [ + ]
Fresh produce software provider secures investment
Radfords has secured an investment from Arcadea Group, a long-hold and growth-oriented SaaS investor, to facilitate global expansion. [ + ]
Telstra partners with Charles Sturt to test digital farm platform
Charles Sturt and Telstra have partnered to assist the Farm Data Services platform to manage and integrate data from the Global Digital Farm. [ + ]
Researchers develop 'GM safety net' for banana industry
QUT has developed a genetically modified variety of Cavendish banana designed to help save the world's Cavendish banana production. [ + ]
Qld Govt calls for public comment on online liquor sales
The Palaszczuk government has committed to developing a regulatory framework for online liquor sales and delivery in response to safety concerns. [ + ]
Tequila maker uses AI solution to predict demand
One of the world's largest producers of tequila is using Aera Technology's Decision Intelligence solution to predict demand and manage inventory more effectively. [ + ]
Barry Callebaut sets sustainability targets beyond 2025
Barry Callebaut Group has presented a set of sharpened targets for Forever Chocolate, its plan to make sustainable chocolate the norm. [ + ]
Premium chocolate makers look into Australian market
In response to Australia's growing demand for premium products, Indonesia-based Pipiltin Cocoa and Katalis have partnered for a business development program. [ + ]
Wine sector welcomes Australia–UK FTA
The Australian Prime Minister has announced that 31 May 2023 is the date on which the Australia–United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (A–UK FTA) will come into force. [ + ]
Amcor to acquire NZ-based protein packaging company
Amcor plans to acquire Moda Systems, which will provide it with fully integrated, production-ready fresh protein packaging solutions. [ + ]
The danger of food packaging misconceptions
RMIT-led research has revealed that most Australians think food packaging waste is a bigger environmental issue than food waste — but the opposite is true. [ + ]
Campari celebrates Milano with bottle design
Campari has paid homage to its hometown, Milano, by launching a bottle design inspired by a shared history that began in 1860. [ + ]
Pregnancy warning labels on alcoholic drinks
New Zealand Food Safety has issued a reminder for NZ food businesses about the new 'pregnancy warning label' that comes into force from 1 August 2023. [ + ]
