Zero-carbon aquaculture — is it possible?
17 December, 2019Using data science and AI, a NZ collaboration hopes to not only expand production but also transition to a zero-carbon aquaculture industry in New Zealand.
Salmonella prevention plan for Qld eggs
13 December, 2019A new Salmonella Enteritidis Prevention Plan (SEPP) will soon be in place in Queensland to improve hygiene within egg grading and handling environments.
Meat processing site creates 650 jobs in Qld
26 November, 2019Hilton Foods Australia will create 650 jobs at a meat processing and distribution facility in Queensland, providing fresh meat products to 450 Woolworths stores.
Meat slicer injury under investigation
04 November, 2019WHS Queensland is investigating after a young worker suffered serious hand injuries at a meat processing plant.
Vemag Flexible Fresh Meat Line
01 November, 2019Vemag's flexible fresh meat line provides maximum flexibility in production, and instead of four lines previously required, there is now only one, reducing space requirements to a minimum.
Paddock-to-primals traceability system for King Island Beef
29 October, 2019JBS Australia has announced a paddock-to-primals traceability system for its King Island Beef at an exclusive field day on King Island, Tasmania.
Helping to solve one of aquaculture's biggest challenges
23 October, 2019The University of Queensland is developing a cloud-based solution that is designed to solve one of the key challenges to aquaculture — the outbreak of disease.
Designer meat — one step closer
23 October, 2019Harvard researchers believe we could be one step closer to making designer cultured meats with defined textures, tastes and nutritional profiles.
Shellfish and seaweed aquaculture potential in Australia
10 October, 2019Australian coastlines have potential for commercial shellfish and seaweed aquaculture that provide food while benefiting the health of our oceans, according to research.
On-farm abattoir creates new jobs in Central Queensland
01 October, 2019Signature OnFarm has unveiled plans to build an on-farm abattoir, capable of processing 200 head of cattle a day, in Moranbah, Queensland.
MoU for Australian and Chinese meat sectors
25 September, 2019A new memorandum of understanding between the Australian and Chinese meat sectors was finalised on Tuesday, 24 September 2019.
Salmonella detector for poultry industry
20 August, 2019A biosensor that rapidly detects the presence of bacteria in poultry products along the food production line is being developed by MU researchers.
Bakery supplier to eliminate cage eggs from its products
01 August, 2019Bakery supplier Allied Pinnacle is working with Animals Australia to eliminate cage eggs from its supply chain by 2023.
Beef boning robot could reduce costs for red meat processors
05 July, 2019With aims to reduce processing costs and increase yield efficiency, a beef boning automation research and development room has been established in Queensland.
Mobile abattoir has begun processing in NSW
26 June, 2019Victorian start-up Provenir has been granted a licence from the NSW Food Authority to operate a mobile on-farm abattoir, which recently began operations on a Riverina farm.
