Cherry on top: global cherry export project launched in NZ
07 July, 2020New Zealand horticultural consultancy Hortinvest will manage Deep Creek Fruits, a consolidation of two large-scale cherry developments in Central Otago, NZ.
Chocolate maker Barry Callebaut buys GKC Foods (Australia)
02 July, 2020 | Supplied by: Barry Callebaut Asia PacificChocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut completes acquisition of GKC Foods (Australia), a producer of chocolate, coatings and fillings.
Meat processing plants: COVID-19 hotspots in Europe
30 June, 2020A European study has identified poor working conditions at meat processing plants across Europe as a reason why they are becoming vectors for the spread of COVID‑19.
ACCC, wine industry unite to improve commercial arrangements
29 June, 2020The ACCC has been working with winemakers, grower groups and Australian Grape & Wine to improve standard form contracts between grape growers and winemakers.
MoU signed to create Industrial Digital Innovation Hub
26 June, 2020 | Supplied by: Siemens LtdRMIT will host a new Industrial Digital Innovation Hub at its Melbourne Advanced Manufacturing Precinct after partnering with Siemens and Festo Didactics.
Heat and Control celebrates its 70th anniversary
25 June, 2020 | Supplied by: Heat and Control Pty LtdFounded in 1950, Heat and Control will celebrate its 70th anniversary on 27 June 2020, with a 12-month-long celebration planned.
Wine sector welcomes Smoke Taint Grant
24 June, 2020The wine sector has welcomed the government's $5 million Smoke Taint Grant, which will help wine producers overcome recent bushfires and COVID-19.
AIP supports Global Webinar Series on Packaging
23 June, 2020 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingInforma Markets, in collaboration with the World Packaging Association and the AIP, will run a five-part series of webinars on the packaging industry.
PepsiCo releases 2019 Sustainability Report
22 June, 2020The 2019 Sustainability Report reveals that PepsiCo has exceeded its Safe Water Access goal five years early and reduced its GHG emissions by 6%.
Wine industry welcomes Australia, UK FTA negotiations
18 June, 2020The Australian wine industry has welcomed news of free trade agreement negotiations between Australia and the UK as the sector works to recover from COVID-19.
Cheesemaker on the Queen's Birthday 2020 Honours List
16 June, 2020South Australian cheesemaker Kris Lloyd was named Member of the Order of Australia in the General Division on the Queen's Birthday 2020 Honours List.
AIP professional designation for packaging technologists
16 June, 2020 by Nerida Kelton, MAIP, Executive Director – Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP); ANZ Board Member – World Packaging Organisation (WPO) | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingAIP offers professional designations that are internationally recognised and can help to raise the profession of packaging technologists and designers.
SPC and Döhler announce joint venture for global expansion
15 June, 2020 | Supplied by: SPC ArdmonaSPC has announced a joint venture with German company Döhler, to develop intellectual property in Australia and deliver new products globally.
Food technician behind Vegemite featured in new book
10 June, 2020The story of Australian food technician Cyril Callister, otherwise known as Mr Vegemite, has been featured in Grave Tales: Melbourne Vol. 1.
AIP provides online training courses for packaging industry
05 June, 2020 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingThe Australian Institute of Packaging is moving five of its training courses to a virtual platform, with the first training course to be held on 16 June.