In a changing food production environment, the industry must place its focus on efficient production processes and sustainability to remain competitive. [ + ]

Freddie Coertze from ifm Australia explains the components that make a successful predictive maintenance program. [ + ]

The term "smart factory" refers to manufacturers using technology like automation and AI to streamline processes, leveraging interconnectedness. [ + ]

SMC Corporation ANZ shines the spotlight on the red meat processing sector, a key contributor to the local GDP. As the sector evolves, so does its automation and energy saving requirements. [ + ]

Scientists have estimated the prebiotic content of thousands of food types to come up with a list of the foods offering the highest prebiotic content. [ + ]

A recent roundtable discussion among major food and beverage executives emphasised the importance of collaboration to overcome common issues such as the supply chain. [ + ]

From tough to tender, meat scientists use machine learning to explore the meat tenderness phenomenon. [ + ]

A new filling technology could be the answer to familiar beer-making challenges associated with beer reacting sensitively to oxygen. [ + ]

Cinnamon donut Twisties, veggie chips, 75th anniversaries and more. Find out what will be hitting the shelves this winter. [ + ]

A new study suggests 50% of consumers decide to pour perfectly good milk down the drain based solely on a glance at the date label, so what's the answer? [ + ]

While roasting cacao beans can change the flavour profile to be more 'chocolatey', it may hide some of the more subtle fruity flavours from the raw cacao. [ + ]

Scientists have developed an edible, transparent and biodegradable material which could have potential as an alternative for single-use plastic in food packaging. [ + ]

Set to be its largest show in decades, Foodtech Packtech 2023 will have packaging, food processing equipment, ingredients and more on show in Auckland from 19–21 September. [ + ]

Magnetic separators and metal detectors play a crucial role in enabling food and packaging processors to meet strict purity standards and safeguard their equipment against damage. [ + ]

Researchers have developed a model that trains four-legged robots to see more clearly in 3D, enabling them to easily cross challenging terrain. [ + ]