Every little bit helps
30 June, 2017Every year Foodbank distributes the equivalent of more than 62 million meals to those in need, but it can't do this without the support of the Australian food and grocery industry including farmers, wholesalers, manufacturers and retailers. Fonterra is doing its bit — is your company?
Supply chain integrity for smaller manufacturers
29 June, 2017Supply chain security is vital to the food manufacturing process, with traceability and audit compliance a priority; however, smaller manufacturers often find it costly to comply. Many 'traceability' technologies are geared to larger manufacturers and this causes obstacles and barriers for smaller players in the industry.
Pink slime court case settles
29 June, 2017No apologies and no retractions but the ABC News/Beef Products Inc 'pink slime' libel case has unexpectedly settled after 18 days in court.
Sonoco acquiring Clear Lam Packaging
27 June, 2017In the third quarter of this year, Sonoco expects to conclude its deal to acquire flexible and forming plastic packaging films manufacturer Clear Lam Packaging for US$170 million.
Getting new employees up to speed
27 June, 2017The time, effort and cost of engaging and training new employees is increasing — what can employers do?
Know someone who goes above and beyond to ensure food safety?
23 June, 2017The Australian HACCP Conference Awards provide the food industry with a chance to recognise and reward the achievements of those who work tirelessly to ensure the safety of our food supply.
Bulk wheat Port Code exemptions proposed for a couple of smaller players
23 June, 2017The ACCC is proposing to grant bulk wheat Port Code exemptions to Riordan Grain Services and Semaphore Container Services at the Port of Geelong and Port Adelaide.
Want to make money in the food industry?
22 June, 2017Specialty foods and beverages could provide a path to profit. In the US, specialty food industry sales hit $127 billion in 2016 with strong growth recorded by traditional and non-traditional specialty food retailers, foodservice operators and distributors.
Innovation key feature at foodpro 2017
22 June, 2017As foodpro 2017 nears, it’s clear that innovations from across the industry will feature heavily across the show floor. In what will be the largest show yet, many of the technologies to be showcased at foodpro will create serious change for the food manufacturing industry.
What sector is responsible for 30% of Australian manufacturing?
20 June, 2017I'll give you a hint — it's not mining! You're right, it's us — the food and beverage manufacturing sector.
New CEO for AFGC
16 June, 2017Tanya Barden is taking on the role of CEO at the Australian Food and Grocery Council.
What is Nestlé up to in the US?
16 June, 2017Nestlé is "exploring strategic options for its US confectionery business, including a potential sale".
If it's not from a dairy it's not milk
16 June, 2017The Court of Justice in the European Union has just decided that non-dairy products can't be called milk in the EU.
New Zealanders digging deep to keep Dunedin a chocolate manufacturing town
16 June, 2017New Zealanders have taken to crowdfunding to try to save the Cadbury factory in Dunedin.
How to improve occupational health and safety management in the food industry
14 June, 2017When health and safety is done well, it is not a business overhead but a facilitator of continuous improvement practices that add value to the business.
