Industry News
Intent Group joins Argon & Co ANZ
Global management consultancy firm Argon & Co announced that it has been joined by Intent Group in New Zealand. [ + ]
Researchers find the foodchain soiled by plastics
A study from the University of Eastern Finland shows that lettuce can take up nanoplastics from the soil and transfer them into the food chain. [ + ]
A sugar substitute in citrus — how sweet is that?
Researchers have discovered natural sweeteners in citrus, providing opportunities for a natural sugar substitute in the food and beverage industry. [ + ]
Bee organic
A $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will enable a team of researchers to assess foraging patterns of honey bees on organic farms. [ + ]
Track-and-trace trial of cherry and potato supply chains
The trial simulated a product recall and the results show the benefits that could be achieved by the adoption of a digital standards-based traceability system. [ + ]
Beer brewing hops on B corp accreditation
Brick Lane Brewing has become B Corp certified, making it one of the few brewing companies in Australia to hold the global standard. [ + ]
$5m investment in XXXX Brewery to produce new drinks
Lion is investing nearly $5 million into the iconic XXXX Brewery in Milton to enable mass production of seltzers and ready-to-drink adult beverages at the site. [ + ]
Ferrero achieves local sustainability milestones
Ferrero Australia has marked local sustainability milestones by reducing water usage by more than 30% this financial year and completing the second phase of the Lithgow factory's solar project. [ + ]
Coles works on beef industry trial to reduce methane emissions
Coles is partnering with the beef industry to trial a new feed supplement that reduces methane emissions from cattle. [ + ]
Improving Australia's containerised grain exports
A new analysis by AEGIC analyses the importance of containerised grain trade compared with bulk grain shipping. [ + ]
Getting up close with Industry 5.0
Industry 5.0 is taking off faster than imagined and, while to some it's still a buzzword, many are now reaping its true benefits. [ + ]
The National Seafood Industry Awards 2022 winners
From best fish and chips to outstanding seafood industry leaders and producers, winners of the National Seafood Industry Awards 2022 have been announced. [ + ]
Cheesy snack study: top flavour revealed
Kerry recently surveyed consumers across 16 countries to find out more about their snacking behaviours as they relate to cheese-flavoured savoury snacks. [ + ]
Raising the bar: AVL Wines announces Net Zero 2040 commitment
AVL Wines has set an ambitious climate target to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2040 across its entire value chain. [ + ]
UK study of synthetic chemicals found in food
A study of common organophosphate esters (OPEs) found in UK foods could lead to more food producers taking another look at their supply chain. [ + ]