Sustainability

Grape waste for pork sausage preservation?

30 October, 2026

Pork sausages could one day be made with winemaking waste as scientists explore the potential of grape pomace as a preservative ingredient.


WA Government offers manufacturing energy investment loans

29 October, 2026

The Made in WA Energy Affordability Investment Program will provide low‍-‍interest loans to help manufacturers install solar and battery systems, and upgrade equipment.


Food processors going green without sacrificing profitability

28 October, 2026 | Supplied by: Deta Consulting

DETA Consulting's MD explains new modelling that shows how processors can cut energy costs and emissions without immediately investing in new energy supply.


End Food Waste Australia launches membership initiative

28 October, 2026

The EFWA national membership is designed to help more businesses turn food waste into value across the supply chain, from paddock to plate.


Online tool to help food businesses turn waste into opportunity

27 October, 2026 | Supplied by: Curtin University

The Food Waste PRO toolkit is designed to help West Australian food businesses measure their waste and assess potential solutions for reducing or repurposing it.


AFGC welcomes Domestic Gas Reservation Bill

16 October, 2026

Food and grocery sector welcomes domestic gas reservation legislation as critical step for Australian manufacturing.


Gas is becoming a business risk for Australia's food sector

05 August, 2026 by Lisa Zembrodt, Principal and Senior Director, Pacific Zone and Carlo Boghdadiis, Enterprise Sustainability Solutions Manager for Schneider Electric’s SE Advisory Services. | Supplied by: Schneider Electric

In this opinion article, Schneider Electric outlines how electrification could provide a viable alternative for much of the sector's process heat needs.


FSSC Certification Scheme now includes Save Food Packaging

14 July, 2026 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of Packaging

FSSC, WPO and AIP have united to introduce Save Food Packaging requirements into Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 Certification Scheme.


Upcycling cauliflower waste into protein ingredients for future food

17 June, 2026

RMIT researchers have developed an ultrasound method to extract protein from discarded cauliflower leaves, with potential applications for food manufacturers.


Aussie wrapping solution for pallets designed to save waste

25 May, 2026

Melbourne-based founder of the frank green re-usable water bottle has now developed a re-usable system of wrapping pallets that eliminates single-use plastic.


Chocolate Scorecard reveals gaps in cocoa transparency

14 May, 2026 | Supplied by: University of Wollongong

A global report into the chocolate industry found that many companies are improving their sustainability practices, but others are falling short on cocoa transparency and sustainability.


Food ingredient plant implements an electrification strategy

08 May, 2026 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric, AVEVA and Royal Avebe have demonstrated a practical example of industrial electrification at a plant-based protein manufacturer's site, despite grid constraints.


Imperfect plums repurposed into new food products

07 May, 2026

By freeze drying surplus Queen Garnet plums, Nutrafruit has been able to upcycle the fruit into higher-value products, including nutrient powders and plum nectar.


Distillery cuts energy bills by 80%

07 May, 2026 | Supplied by: SolaX Power Australia

A solar installation has delivered 100% renewable operations and a reduction in energy bills for a Brunswick East distillery.


Food sector requires a rethink about food waste, NZ survey says

28 April, 2026

An NZ food sector survey found that only one in three businesses believe their food waste is under control, highlighting untapped performance opportunities.


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