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'Sniff test' technology for meat and fish products
Researchers say food freshness sensors that cost only a few cents could help detect spoilage in packaged meat and fish products. [ + ]
Choosing a conveying system for bulk solid materials
The choice between dilute phase pneumatic conveying, tubular cable conveying and flexible screw conveying is not always clear. The pros and cons are discussed. [ + ]
Fixing the flaws of food health star ratings
Research has revealed that Australia's Health Star Rating system is flawed, as products high in salt, sugar and fat score too highly due to loopholes in the algorithm. [ + ]
Robot-assisted filleting machinery for the fish industry
The system developed by Valka produces extremely precise cuts at different angles through a combination of X-ray radiation, 3D image processing and a robot-controlled water-jet cutting head. [ + ]
Bread maker walks the environmental talk
Frozen food manufacturer walks the talk with its implementation of renewables and its range of frozen breads, pastries and sweets that could help save food waste. [ + ]
Shoppers want convenience, not sustainability
As supermarket giant Tesco axes fresh food counters at 90 of its stores, Miguel Campos at Advanta explains why this isn’t a demonstration of cutting costs, but adapting to customer needs. [ + ]
Where is my cream cake?
Australia's fresh food supply chain has limitations; Pollen Consulting Group CEO discusses why it is easier to find his desired cream cake in the UK. [ + ]
Temperature testing technology that could also reduce waste
Microwave thermometry temperature testing not only performs a vital role in the safety of both chilled and frozen foods, it may also help to reduce food waste. [ + ]
NZ sheep farmers diversify into cherries
A sheep and cattle station in Central Otago is setting aside 80 hectares of pastoral land to produce premium quality cherries for export from 2021–2022. [ + ]
Manufacturing process designed to keep food fresh wins packaging award
A large-scale manufacturing process to improve food packaging and keep groceries fresher for longer has received a packaging industry award in the US. [ + ]
Automated pin-boning project for NZ King Salmon
An automated solution is being developed to replace the manual process of removing over 30 pin bones from every King Salmon fillet at Mt Cook Alpine Salmon. [ + ]
Mango auto-harvester a good pick in Queensland
CQUniversity has revealed details of its "world's first" mango auto-harvester that takes just five seconds to pick a mango. [ + ]
Perfecting the art of seasoning nuts
From sweet honey to tikka masala, the perfect seasoning can transform nut products and help manufacturers gain a competitive edge. [ + ]
Call for greater control of nanoparticles in food
Research has revealed that whitening nanoparticles found in many common food items may have a harmful impact on gut microbiota. [ + ]
Fourth Industrial Revolution for the food industry
How can the concept of the individualisation of the manufacturing process and 'batch size one' impact a bulk dairy, vegetable oil or grain producer? [ + ]
