Coronavirus remains stable on surfaces, new research
20 March, 2020Although transmission through food is unlikely, new research finds that COVID-19 is stable for up to two to three days on plastic and stainless steel.
Bühler to host 'virtual exhibition booth'
20 March, 2020 | Supplied by: Buhler GroupDue to the postponement of the interpack trade show in Germany, Bühler is planning to virtually showcase its systems and solutions from 11–15 May 2020.
Call to extend visas to help farmers cope with COVID-19
20 March, 2020The produce industry is calling for an immediate extension to visas for international seasonal workers, amid fears that many will return home due to coronavirus.
Surplus food from cancelled events
18 March, 2020 | Supplied by: Yume FoodYume Food may have a solution for food manufacturers who have been left with large consignments of surplus food due to events being cancelled.
Foodpro 2020 postponed to 2021
18 March, 2020Due to the coronavirus outbreak, foodpro 2020 has been postponed to 2021.
Qld Govt supporting agribusinesses hit by COVID-19
16 March, 2020The Queensland Government is providing grants of up to $50,000 to agribusiness exporters that have been directly affected by the coronavirus outbreak.
Aussie brewers call for beer tax rate reduction
13 March, 2020In 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.
Are your young workers safe?
12 March, 20209 in 10 young workers, aged 18–25, would work in unsafe conditions — including working with no training, reveals a Victorian worker safety campaign.
Spain to host World Cheese Awards
11 March, 2020The 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
11 March, 2020 | Supplied by: Mondelez InternationalMondelēz International has announced that Darren O'Brien will be President of its Australia, New Zealand and Japan business units, from 1 May 2020.
Cape Byron Distillery wins sustainability award
05 March, 2020Cape Byron Distillery has been recognised for its sustainability efforts, and named 'Sustainable Distillery of the Year' at gin awards in London.
Top 100 Australian manufacturers revealed
05 March, 2020Australia's Top 100 Manufacturers have been announced, with the food manufacturing industry boasting the highest number of businesses present in the list.
Aussie co-packer LJM partners with NZ brand specialist Hoop
03 March, 2020Australian 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.
Beef processor overcomes coronavirus trade gridlock
02 March, 2020Kilcoy Global Foods has flown hundreds of tonnes of Australian beef to China, in reponse to vessel shipping restrictions caused by the coronavirus outbreak.
Smart Packaging Summit postponed due to coronavirus
28 February, 2020AIPIA has postponed its Smart Packaging Summit, originally to be held in April in Shanghai, due to the spread of coronavirus.
