Processing > Meat, poultry & seafood

Spraying Systems AutoJet carcass chilling spray system

20 July, 2016

Spraying Systems has developed the AutoJet Carcass Chilling Spray System to offset evaporative weight loss during the carcass cooling process by using a range of spray nozzles.


Self-cleaning screen saves rendering facility $100,000 pa

14 July, 2016

A self-cleaning screen installed prior to the prefilter cartridge filters in an RO plant is saving a Quensland rendering plant $100,000 per annum.


More little piggies go to market

23 June, 2016

Revenue from pig farming is growing at a faster rate than beef farming, and this trend is forecast to continue to 2021, according to research by IBISWorld.


The scramble for free-range eggs

16 June, 2016

With ongoing concerns about the welfare of egg-laying hens prompting changes to free-range egg classification, the egg farming industry is seeing a shift towards free-range eggs at all stages of the supply chain.


GEA MaxiFormer 1000 mm rotary drum former

02 June, 2016

GEA's 1000 mm GEA MaxiFormer rotary drum former is designed for high-volume production of natural-looking chicken nuggets, popcorn, inner fillet/tender and steaks.


Adaptable squid thrive in a changing ocean

26 May, 2016

The number of cephalopods (octopus, cuttlefish and squid) has increased in the world's oceans over the past 60 years, a University of Adelaide study has found.


Grasselli KSL Boneless horizontal slicer

26 May, 2016

The Grasselli KSL Boneless horizontal slicer uses a multiblade cutting system to cut even, parallel slices.


WA egg producer guilty of misleading 'free range' claims

23 May, 2016

The Federal Court has found that one of Western Australia's largest egg producers made false or misleading representations that its eggs were 'free range'.


Inghams invests $275m in SA expansion

18 May, 2016

Poultry producer Inghams has announced a $275 million investment in its South Australian operations, projected to generate more than 850 jobs over the next two years.


US demands more data on antimicrobial use in animals

17 May, 2016

The US Food and Drug Administration is boosting its knowledge of antimicrobial use in food processing, issuing a rule that requires species-specific data reporting on antimicrobials used in animals for human consumption or food-producing animals.


Repackaging efficiency and innovation for the meat industry in Australia and New Zealand

10 May, 2016

Skin-tight vacuum seals protect products from freezer burn, so consumers can store products in the fridge or freezer. They also minimise product shrinkage and waste and extend shelf life.



Automation/schmautomation: where is Industry 4.0 in the meat industry?

31 March, 2016

Improvements in software, sensors, data control and networking are paving the way for Industry 4.0 to become a reality, but there are still many hurdles to be overcome.


Eating fish is good for us, but what should the fish eat?

18 March, 2016

Increased use of plant-based ingredients in aquaculture feed could impact the nutritional benefits of eating seafood, according to a study that examined the environmental health implications of crop-fed fish.


Red meat rules in online purchases

16 March, 2016

Australian online marketplace Butcherman has released its Red Meat Index, revealing the most popular cuts of meat purchased from the website.


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