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Northern Victoria drives the nation's food supply

03 September, 2018

A report from Australian Food & Grocery Council disputes the idea that Australian food manufacturing is struggling.


Heinz fined $2.25m for sugary toddler snack

30 August, 2018

The Obesity Policy Coalition supports the Federal Court's $2.25 million penalty for the misleading marketing of Heinz Little Kids Shredz.


Four finalists for Fine Food Lions' Den

28 August, 2018

Dining Experience Specialists, LeanPath, Lard Ass and From Granny will pitch their ideas and receive immediate feedback from a panel of industry professionals.


Partnership expands processing and packaging offerings

27 August, 2018 | Supplied by: Heat and Control Pty Ltd

Heat and Control will sell and service Key Technology's digital sorters, vibratory conveyors and other automation systems in Australia, New Zealand and India.


Sealed Air expands protective packaging solutions

23 August, 2018 | Supplied by: SEE

Sealed Air has acquired AFP with the expectation it will help the company expand its portfolio and design capabilities.


Food poisoning is a serious issue

22 August, 2018

With an alarming rise of food poisoning outbreaks, this year's theme for the Australian Food Safety Week will be 'Food Poisoning — take it seriously!'


Fonterra names new interim CEO

16 August, 2018 | Supplied by: Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd

Miles Hurrell, who was Fonterra's Chief Operating Officer of Farm Source, has been appointed interim Chief Executive.


Hygiena expands its food safety testing portfolio

15 August, 2018

Hygiena has acquired Biomedal's Food Safety division, which will expand its food safety testing portfolio to include gluten intolerant testing.


Mitsubishi to acquire major stake in Gourmet Delica

13 August, 2018

Mitsubishi Corporation plans to acquire 80% of pre-cooked rice manufacturer Gourmet Delica Co from Kewpie Corporation.


AIP members to visit new Digital Print Centre

13 August, 2018 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of Packaging

Holmesglen Institute of TAFE has launched a Digital Print Centre, which AIP members and industry colleagues can visit on 5 September.


Foodtech Packtech 2018

07 August, 2018

New materials, processes, equipment and technology from the world's top suppliers will all be on display at Foodtech Packtech in Auckland this September.


Amcor is buying Bemis

06 August, 2018

Rumour has it that Amcor is finalising an AU$7 billion buyout of US plastics packaging company Bemis.


Where does the buck stop?

06 August, 2018 by Janette Woodhouse

Is the food industry really responsible for the obesity epidemic?


Marel expands with MAJA

01 August, 2018

Marel is acquiring German food processing equipment manufacturer MAJA.


Matthews' expansion drives company relocation

31 July, 2018 | Supplied by: Matthews Australasia Pty Ltd

Following sustained growth, Matthews Australasia has announced it is relocating to new premises at 10 Lakeview Drive in Scoresby, Victoria.


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