Resourcefulness, inclusivity and AI 'shuffling': 3 major trends for F&B
13 October, 2025Market analytics company Mintel has highlighted key predictions in the food and beverage market that tap into consumers' desire for resilience, healthy alternatives and new sensory experiences.
Tasmanian honey study could help to boost its value
25 September, 2025A long-term study of Tasmanian leatherwood honey has identified its unique benefits in detail, which could assist with product authentication and boost its value.
Beany flavour study to enhance the appeal of soy-based foods
23 September, 2025A scientific study at the University of Missouri is exploring novel ways to improve the flavour and nutritional profile of soy-based foods.
Electric cup designed to support low-sodium diets
10 September, 2025Kirin has launched two products in its Health Science business to address the social issue of excessive salt intake, while still meeting flavour needs.
Research finds Australian replacement for imported gum
04 September, 2025Sap from a tree common in inland areas of Australia has shown promise as a replacement for the imported food and pharmaceutical ingredient gum Arabic.
CDU launches native bushfoods and botanicals hub
29 August, 2025Charles Darwin University is establishing a hub for the study of native bushfoods and botanicals, with a dual aim of protecting First Nations knowledge and intellectual property rights.
Could rapeseed be the next vegan protein?
21 August, 2025Researchers have now shown that rarely used rapeseed proteins can be a valuable source of protein alternatives.
How microbes transform flavour in fermented sausage
13 August, 2025A new study reveals how microbial succession plays a pivotal role in shaping the flavours and textures in fermented sausage.
Informa Markets to host Vitafoods Asia 2025
06 August, 2025Informa Markets will host Vitafoods Asia 2025 from 17–19 September 2025 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok.
Drinking coffee linked with healthy aging in women
03 June, 2025A study has found women who consumed caffeinated coffee in midlife are more likely to exhibit healthy aging.
Six on the shelf: from air-fryer meals to Dubai-style chocolate
19 May, 2025Cooking trends and social media sensations are having an influence on some of the new food product developments hitting the shelves in Australia and New Zealand.
FLORA awarded 2025 Innovation Excellence Award from Canstar Blue
02 May, 2025Plant based margarine FLORA has been awarded a 2025 Canstar Blue Innovation Excellence Award.
Testing a healthier, less gassy cattle feed
28 April, 2025Researchers are exploring a new type of cattle feed that could help to reduce levels of dairy methane gas, as well as allowing dairy cows to use nutrients more efficiently.
Sauerkraut better than raw cabbage for gut health
23 April, 2025Sauerkraut could help protect your gut, according to a new UC Davis study, suggesting the fermented cabbage may support digestion and protect against illness.
Non-alcoholic beer yeasts evaluated for fermentation activity
23 April, 2025Researchers have explored nearly a dozen non-traditional yeast strains to find out which ones could brew the best non-alcoholic beers for a growing market.
