Chocolate Scorecard reveals gaps in cocoa transparency
14 May, 2026A 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.
Imperfect plums repurposed into new food products
07 May, 2026By freeze drying surplus Queen Garnet plums, Nutrafruit has been able to upcycle the fruit into higher-value products, including nutrient powders and plum nectar.
Food sector requires a rethink about food waste, NZ survey says
28 April, 2026An NZ food sector survey found that only one in three businesses believe their food waste is under control, highlighting untapped performance opportunities.
A circular approach to food waste for chicken meat
23 April, 2026Dr Amy Moss received a Discovery Early Career Researcher Award from the Australian Research Council for her work investigating food waste as a nutritious feed option for meat chickens.
SA Wine Recovery Program extended until 2027
23 January, 2026The federal and South Australian Governments have announced the extension of the SA Wine Recovery Program until 2027.
Funky Food wants your imperfect surplus of fresh produce
20 January, 2026The produce-rescue business wants to connect with farmers across Qld and northern NSW who have imperfect surplus of edible fresh produce.
Allied Pinnacle appoints its first Head of Sustainability
26 June, 2025From grain to table, Allied Pinnacle's first Head of Sustainability aims to incorporate sustainability across the entire flour and bakery manufacturing business.
Zooss Consulting Waste Buster forecasting tool to help reduce food waste
16 June, 2025Zooss Consulting has launched Waste Buster, a smart forecasting tool designed to help food producers cut waste and boost profit.
Food sector involvement with NZ waste reduction initiative
10 June, 2025Food sector organisations have played a crucial role in a national food waste reduction initiative in NZ — rescuing an extra 12,000 meals per day for people in need.
From grain processing waste to high-value products
29 May, 2025Swinburne scientists have developed a technique that uses a natural fermentation process to upcycle waste from the cereal industry into high-vaule products such as packaging.
Whey to go up: unlocking further potential for cheese by-product
28 March, 2025A new mixed-method study explored four models that could provide potential for the Australian dairy industry to upcycle more whey waste into a valuable food product.
Fonterra charts progress against its 'Climate Roadmap'
27 November, 2024NZ dairy co-operative Fonterra says it is on track to meet its climate targets and is coal-free in its North Island manufacturing.
FAN and FaBA join forces to drive growth in F&B tech
10 September, 2024Developing smart, sustainable food and beverage products and technologies will be the focus of a new collaboration between FAN and FaBA.
Research: Turning food waste into fish food
04 September, 2024A jade perch fish and aquaponics trial with the CSIRO has validated the ability of Food Recycle's technologies to turn commercial food waste into animal feed.
Green tax: study shows renewables may raise food prices
09 August, 2024As countries embrace renewable energy production, a recent study sheds light on some overlooked impacts of this transition.
