Training & education > Rules & regulations

Greens’ food security plan to tackle the ‘supermarket duopoly’

09 August, 2013

The Greens party has launched Our Food Future, its plan for Australia’s food security. The plan includes seven initiatives totalling more than $600 million in commitments over the next four years.


Fonterra fined $900K by Chinese authorities

08 August, 2013

As if the Clostridium botulinum contamination scare wasn’t enough, Fonterra has now been slapped with a NZ$900,000 administrative fine following the NDRC review of pricing practices of consumer dairy products in mainland China.


Fonterra CEO apologises for contamination anxiety

07 August, 2013

Fonterra CEO Theo Spierings has issued an apology for the “anxiety” caused by the potential Clostridium botulinum contamination of Fonterra’s whey protein concentrate.


New definition for gluten-free foods

06 August, 2013

There’s nothing ambiguous about the term ‘gluten-free’, right? Well, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) thinks there is. It has just published a new regulation defining the term for voluntary food labelling.


Dairy products recalled after botulism contamination

05 August, 2013

Fonterra has recalled several batches of whey protein concentrate after concerns were raised that they may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, which can cause botulism. The product, WPC80, is used in a range of products including baby formula and sports supplement drinks.


Are voluntary salt reduction initiatives enough to improve Australia’s health?

31 July, 2013

The Heart Foundation has called for mandatory salt reduction targets to be applied to processed and takeaway foods. However, industry is already taking action to reduce salt consumption, AFGC CEO Gary Dawson says.


Food industry Good Eggs recognised for cage-free efforts

30 July, 2013

Coles and Alligator Brand Fresh Pasta were named as the 2013 Good Egg Award winners in the retail and manufacturing category respectively. The two companies were presented with the awards at a ceremony in Sydney today held by the RSPCA in conjunction with Compassion in World Farming.


Changes to Maximum Residue Limits proposed

29 July, 2013

FSANZ is calling for submissions on proposed changes to Maximum Residue Limits of agricultural and veterinary chemicals that are sometimes found in foods.


AMA chief calls for mandatory health star rating labels

29 July, 2013

The proposed health star rating system should be mandatory, the president of the Australian Medical Association has said. Dr Steve Hambleton made the statement after the AFGC withdrew its support for the voluntary health star rating system.


US is aiming to strengthen its oversight of foods entering the US

29 July, 2013

In the US, the Food and Drug Administration is hoping to implement rules that will make food processors exporting food to the US more accountable for food safety and will establish standards for third-party audits of foreign food producers. These proposals will strengthen the FDA’s ability to monitor those facilities and respond if there are unsafe practices. Public comment is welcomed.


Dietary fibre claims criteria open for comment

25 July, 2013

Got an opinion on dietary fibre nutrition content claims? FSANZ has released a consultation paper about the qualifying criteria nutrition content claims relating to dietary fibre.


Plain packaging for high-calorie foods won’t work, experts say

18 July, 2013

Australian food industry experts have resolutely dismissed the idea of plain packaging for high-calorie foods as a solution to the nation’s obesity epidemic.


Web page helps new food businesses get off the ground

17 July, 2013

Starting a new food business just got easier with the launch of an interactive web page, ‘Starting a food business’, which is part of the NSW Food Authority website.


Calls for AUSVEG chair to step down

17 July, 2013

Vegetable growers are calling for John Brent to step down as AUSVEG chairman after he was accused of insolvent trading. Bunny Bite Foods’ administrator told creditors they may be able to make a claim against Brent for insolvent trading.


New FCC standards proposed for ingredients

16 July, 2013

New quality standards for spirulina, Brilliant Black PN and pomegranate juice are being proposed for the USP Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) 9th edition.


  • All content Copyright © 2024 Westwick-Farrow Pty Ltd