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What's new on the shelf?
From raspberry twisties to sparkling water, here are some of the products hitting the shelves. [ + ]
AIP to host packaging training sessions at foodpro
An Association Partner at foodpro, the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) is set to host two packaging sessions and two training courses at the event. [ + ]
Plant scaffolds developed for cultured meat
A research team has 3D-printed an edible cell culture scaffold using common plant proteins, allowing more sustainable lab-grown meat to be served on the table. [ + ]
Salmonella solution: Researchers develop rapid test for food contamination
McMaster researchers have developed a rapid and inexpensive test for Salmonella contamination in chicken and other food — one that's easier to use than a home COVID test. [ + ]
Compressed air for PET blow-moulding production
Compressed air is critical to blow-moulding production and the opportunities to improve supply side efficiency are highly prevalent. [ + ]
BPA health concerns re-evaluated
In an EFSA re-evaluation of bisphenol A (BPA), it has been found that dietary exposure to the chemical substance is a health concern across all age groups. [ + ]
Smart packaging market projected to grow to US$2.6 billion
Smart packaging uses technology including sensors, indicators and wireless communication to enhance user engagement, product quality and supply chain efficiency. [ + ]
How do fermented foods affect brain function?
Fermented foods contain various brain messengers, such as seratonin, affecting moods and potentially leading to short- and long-term effects on the brain. [ + ]
foodpro to return in July 2023
Taking place from 23–26 July, foodpro 2023 sees the return of Australia's longest running trade event dedicated to food processing. [ + ]
Lab-grown fat could enhance cultivated meat
A study has found that fat-tissue could be applied to the production of cultivated meat to give it a more realistic texture and flavour. [ + ]
Not all reels are created equal
Choosing the right hose reel for food and beverage applications might feel overwhelming so here are three things to consider when making a selection. [ + ]
Making salt taste sweet
Concentration levels in table salt can determine how humans perceive the taste, whether it be salty, bitter, sour or sweet. [ + ]
Molasses extract plant built in Melbourne for dual benefits
Food manufacturer Lesaffre and water utility South East Water collaborated to develop a new molasses extract plant in Melbourne, which resulted in mutual benefits. [ + ]
Meat packaging pads to absorb moisture and delay oxidation
Researchers have developed a meat packaging padding concept made from a seafood by-product that absorbs moisture and also delays meat oxidation. [ + ]
Otis oat milk manufacturing returns home to New Zealand
Ever since launching their company in 2018, Otis co-founders Tim Ryan and Chris Wilkie have been on a mission to return to making their oat milk in New Zealand. [ + ]
