Pack-Track looks to minimise waste from drinks packaging
09 March, 2011
Pack-Track is investigating new drinks packaging which would help to reduce waste from on-the-go drinks, highlighting two potential solutions.
Woolworths eyes sustainable palm oil
03 March, 2011
Woolworths is requesting more research into the availability of sustainable palm oil as it aims to drive market transformation.
Private labels rival big name brands
02 March, 2011
Research reveals that an increasing number of consumers prefer store brands over famous brands.
Rheology Solutions range of equipment and technical literature
23 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Rheology Solutions Pty Ltd
The microstructure of liquid foods has an important impact on its qualitative and quantitative quality attributes. This microstructure is a function of the physicochemical bonds and inter/intra-molecular associations between the ingredients in any recipe.
Submissions welcome on proposed changes to Food Standards Code
18 February, 2011
Food Standards Australia New Zealand is inviting submissions on proposed changes to the Food Standards Code.
Research challenges effectiveness of calorie labelling
16 February, 2011
Calorie labelling may not affect food purchases by teens or by parents for their children, according to a study.
Lower levels of cholesterol measured in eggs
16 February, 2011
The cholesterol content of eggs has dropped significantly since 2002, according to new agricultural data.
An alternative to soy in the dairy-free segment
15 February, 2011
Rice, oats and, more recently, almonds are providing alternatives to soy in the dairy-free food market sector. In particular, almonds featured in a rising number of new product launches during 2010.
AIP forum covers package code management
10 February, 2011
‘The Packaging Supply Chain’ is the theme behind the fourth biennial AIP National Technical Forum, which will be held alongside Auspack Plus 2011.
New daily intake guide from AFGC
31 January, 2011
Australian shoppers will be able to formulate a balanced diet and make healthier food choices following the launch of a new Daily Intake Guide consumer education campaign by the Australian Food and Grocery Council.
Folic acid addition in bread is improving health
19 January, 2011
News that adding folic acid to bread flour is improving levels of folate in the Australian population is welcome, said Parliamentary Secretary for Health and Ageing Catherine King.
Arla Foods Ingredients creates lactose-free technology
17 January, 2011
Lactose-intolerant consumers around the world may soon be able to obtain the dairy nutrition they need from lactose-free products that are claimed to taste like the real thing.
AVEBE and BASF Plant Science start R&D cooperation on genetically optimised amylopectin starch potatoes
13 January, 2011
The potato starch manufacturer AVEBE and the plant biotechnology company BASF Plant Science have announced a research and development alliance in plant biotechnology. The companies are combining their competencies in biotechnology discovery and genetically modified potato breeding with the aim of bringing farmers modern and fungal-resistant starch potato varieties.
Lupin proteins offer alternative to animal ingredients
10 January, 2011
Lupin seeds can be used to produce low-fat sausage products, allowing processors to replace animal raw ingredients with vegetable materials.
Research collaboration to deliver ‘healthier’ grains
20 December, 2010
Four of Australia’s research institutions will collaborate closely over the next three years to fast-track development of new ‘healthier’ varieties of three of the world’s most widely cultivated cereal grains.
