How does the GM variety of Cavendish banana taste?
13 September, 2024It tastes great, according to QUT Distinguished Professor James Dale, who leads the research team developing the genetically modified Cavendish bananas.
Getting smart with salad processing
10 September, 2024A SMART automated production line with optimised hygiene has been installed at a salad processing facility in Northern Germany.
Lettuce E.coli outbreak, a UK investigation
09 September, 2024A study of a 2022 investigation into a large outbreak of Escherichia coli from contaminated lettuce in the UK highlights how new techniques were used to determine the cause.
Delivering high capacity cutting for pre-cut fruit and vegetables
02 September, 2024Pre-cut fruits and vegetables are becoming more popular as busy lifestyles are driving consumers to seek more convenient food options.
Tomato ripening study could help improve post-harvest process
28 August, 2024A study has revealed the role of cell wall components in tomato fruit ripening, which could create opportunities for improving post-harvest storage and reducing fruit loss.
A 'Stella' new strawberry on the Aussie market
15 August, 2024Claimed to be high-yielding, disease-resistant and sweet-flavoured, a new strawberry has hit the shelves after over five years in development.
Advancing sustainable supply chains in the fresh produce sector
09 August, 2024The International Fresh Produce Association Australia-New Zealand has organised two Sustainability Summits in Australia and New Zealand next week.
Grape gains: fortifying Aussie table grape exports
30 July, 2024Australia's table grape industry is protecting its export position through a $2.8m program to improve market access and responsiveness.
A marbled swirl for plant-based meat
16 July, 2024A food scientist in the US has a plan to tackle one of the challenges associated with creating realistic-looking plant-based meat by mimicking the marbled effect of animal fat.
Extrusion system to help meet demand for plant-based meat
09 July, 2024Using a new extrusion system, an Indian food specialist is able to produce up to 500 kg/h of high-moisture meat analogues and thus meet the demand for vegetarian products.
KRONEN automated avocado processing line
14 June, 2024KRONEN has developed a robotics solution for an automated avocado processing line.
KRONEN HEWA 3800 HELICAL washing machine
14 June, 2024The KRONEN HEWA 3800 washing machine is designed to wash salad leaves, vegetables, fruit and other food continuously.
Upcycling kimchi cabbage waste into biodegradable plastic
14 May, 2024Researchers have developed an upcycling technology that converts cabbage discarded during the kimchi food manufacturing process into biodegradable plastics.
Predictable puree: a smart food formulation approach
05 April, 2024Using Vis-NIR spectroscopy to guide food formulation, scientists have created a model to reach consistent and predictable apple puree quality.
Apple variety that's red on the inside being released by Montague
20 March, 2024Montague will be packing a small quantity of its KISSABEL Apples this week ready for release in Australia.
