NSW mice plague reaches empty Parliament House
13 May, 2021A mice plague of epic proportions is sweeping through the farmlands of NSW, creating a worsening economic and public health situation across the state.
NZ government invests in durum wheat research
10 May, 2021New Zealanders could be tucking into artisan pasta, pizza and bread made from durum wheat grown in the Wairarapa if a new project indicates there's a market for it.
Arla Foods Ingredients calcium and protein range
07 May, 2021 | Supplied by: Arla Foods IngredientsArla Foods Ingredients has launched its 'Healthy Through Life' range that showcases its protein and calcium ingredients.
Top five flavour trends of 2021
05 May, 2021 | Supplied by: Innova Market InsightsMarket research firm Innova Market Insights has unveiled its top flavour trends with 'flavour mashups' taking out top prize as the trend of the year.
Flavour forecast highlights global taste trends
27 April, 2021McCormick has unveiled its Flavour Forecast, revealing the latest global trends in flavours and ingredients in food products over the past year.
Lycored astaxanthin range
20 April, 2021 | Supplied by: LycoredLycored has increased its range of natural astaxanthin products with the launch of an oleoresin as well as a microencapsulated starch beadlet.
Natural sweetener created by upcycling fruit waste
15 April, 2021Netherlands-based food ingredient manufacturer Fooditive BV has produced a plant-based and chemical-free sweetener by upcycling food waste.
Natural cyan blue food colouring developed
09 April, 2021Scientists have developed a naturally sourced colourant that could replace synthetic blue dye in the food industry.
Side-stream products of malting have potential in food
06 April, 2021Researchers have found the waste product generated from the process of malting has antioxidant properties and has potential to be used in the food industry.
Common food preservative could harm immune system
30 March, 2021The chemical is used in popular snack foods such as Pop-Tarts, Rice Krispies Treats and Cheez-Its, among many others.
Milk prebiotics for pet food
15 March, 2021Milk oligosaccharide, a supplement which is on trend for infant formulas, may be beneficial for cats and dogs when added to pet food.
Lacprodan Premium ALPHA-10 dry-blend protein ingredient
12 March, 2021 | Supplied by: Arla Foods IngredientsArla Foods Ingredients' dry-blend protein ingredient is designed to help infant formula manufacturers reduce production costs without compromising on safety or quality.
Lab-grown steak substitute developed
11 March, 2021The University of Tokyo research team said its innovation comes in the form of millimetre-scale slabs of bovine contractile muscle.
Health trend influences confectionery market
09 March, 2021 | Supplied by: Innova Market InsightsInnova Market Insights has found the trend towards healthier choices in food and beverages has changed the development of new confectionery products.
The health benefits of 'shrooms in noodles
26 February, 2021Research in New Zealand suggests a dose of edible mushrooms in wheat noodles could be beneficial for slowing the release of sugar after eating, but further testing is needed.
