Dairy sector capitalises on protein's popularity boom
21 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Innova Market InsightsThe food and beverage industry is capitalising on the soaring consumer interest in protein content, with the trend particularly evident in the dairy segment.
When grain travels, sometimes unwelcome guests hitch a ride
19 October, 2015New research can help grain handlers and grain inspectors find key locations for pathogens and pests along rail routes in Australia and the United States.
Rapid method developed for water, soil pathogen screening
19 October, 2015A highly sensitive, cost-effective technology can perform rapid bacterial pathogen screening of air, soil, water and agricultural produce in as little as 24 hours.
Blame it on mum and dad: how genes influence what we eat
15 October, 2015 by Nicholas Archer, CSIROEverybody's food preferences vary and are shaped by their unique combination of three interacting factors: the environment (your health, diet and cultural influences); prior experience; and genes, which alter your sensory perception of foods.
Finding the genes for tastier blueberries
14 October, 2015Tastier blueberries could be on their way, with US researchers identifying the flavour traits that consumers desire and developing specific breeding targets to improve flavour.
Dairy industry changes benefit cows and consumers
08 October, 2015Profound changes in the dairy industry in recent decades have benefited the health and welfare of both dairy cows and consumers.
Pork CRC turning research into reality
08 October, 2015Four key research projects that will benefit Australia's pork industry are nearing commercial reality.
Why some get severe allergic reactions and others do not
06 October, 2015A newly discovered cell type that appears to drive life-threatening food allergies may help explain why some people get severe allergic reactions and others do not.
Freeze drying: it IS rocket science!
06 October, 2015American researchers have set out to improve freeze-drying technology to make it safer and more affordable — and they are applying the principles of rocket science to do it.
Database searches for the GMO in packaged food
30 September, 2015A Californian food tech start-up wants to be the go-to search engine to bring full transparency to the food industry.
Talc use in food processing a health hazard, say researchers
30 September, 2015Talc is a commonly used substance in food processing. But researchers from The Netherlands say it's a health hazard and exposure to it should be closely monitored.
Mars opens collaborative food safety research centre
25 September, 2015Mars has opened its Global Food Safety Center, a facility for pre-competitive research and training that aims to raise global food safety standards through collaboration.
Should we ban super-size portions?
16 September, 2015Eliminating larger-sized portions from the diet could reduce energy intake by up to 29%, according to a review that examined the links between 'overserving' and overeating.
Exploding population demands drastic changes in nutrition science
15 September, 2015Drastic changes are needed in nutrition science to feed the world's exploding population.
CHEP comes to the aid of UNHCR with supply chain expertise
14 September, 2015 | Supplied by: Chep Pallecon SolutionsCHEP is supporting the UN Refugee Agency to perform an in-depth study of its global supply chain network, to increase efficiency and reduce costs associated with delivering life-saving relief supplies.
