Industry News
GLP-1 weight loss drugs' effect on food and drink choices
A recent US study found that weight loss drugs lead to new food and drink consumption patterns, which could have implications for the food industry. [ + ]
Heat and Control announces acquisition of Tek-Dry Systems and Hunt Heat Exchangers
Heat and Control has announced the acquisition of two UK-based providers of thermal processing and heat transfer equipment. [ + ]
Meat industry handling and freezing solutions on show at IFFA
MHM Automation will be showcasing its meat handling and freezing solutions at the upcoming IFFA trade fair in Germany. [ + ]
$25K FaBA grant to advance antibiotic detection in food
AIBN Emerging Group Leader Dr Run Zhang has secured a grant to advance sensor technology that detects antibiotic residues in food, to help improve food safety. [ + ]
Global dairy markets shift under tariff pressure
Major dairy exporters face diverse market and production conditions with geopolitical tensions, new US tariffs and animal disease increasing the complexity. [ + ]
Bonfiglioli New Zealand opens its new premises in Auckland
Bonfiglioli New Zealand has officially unveiled its state-of-the-art new headquarters in Auckland, which includes a large warehouse for stockholding. [ + ]
MycoTechnology's flavour modifier achieves FEMA GRAS status
MycoTechnology's ClearHT has received Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status from the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) for use as a flavour with modifying properties (FMP) in multiple food and beverage categories. [ + ]
First cell-cultured food approved by FSANZ Board
The Food Standards Australia New Zealand Board has provided approval for cell-cultured food; it now moves to food ministers for final consideration. [ + ]
CSIRO program to help advance WA's agrifood innovations
CSIRO's Innovate to Grow: Agrifood program is designed to provide support for Western Australian businesses wanting to transform their agrifood innnovations. [ + ]
The International Cake Show Australia opens in Brisbane
The International Cake Show Australia will be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre from 11–13 April 2025. [ + ]
IDF launches 4th annual IDF Dairy Innovation Awards
Entries are now open for the IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2025, held by the International Dairy Federation. [ + ]
Food industry and goverment repond to US tariff imposition
This week Donald Trump announced tariffs of at least 10% for virtually all imports to the US — including from Australia. How have industry and government responded? [ + ]
Matthews' stand offering deep 2D barcoding intel at FoodTech Qld
2D barcode demonstrations will be part of Matthews' offerings on its stand at FoodTech Qld in June. [ + ]
A message from a sponsor of FoodTech Qld
Mettler Toledo is proud to sponsor the FoodTech Queensland trade show. [ + ]
Norco's fresh full cream milk wins Canstar Blue award
Australian dairy co-operative Norco has received Canstar Blue's Most Satisfied Customer Award for its fresh full cream milk, after customers awarded it five stars. [ + ]
