Industry News
Kellogg's launches gluten-free Coco Pops in Australia
Kellogg’s Australia now has gluten-free versions of Coco Pops and Sultana Bran cereals as part of its gluten-free portfolio. [ + ]
Packaging Forum backs NZ plastics phase-out, with caution
The Packaging Forum has welcomed the New Zealand Government's move to phase out difficult-to-recycle and some single-use plastics. Find out more about the phase-out timeline... [ + ]
Scientist develop non-GM probiotic
Researchers have cultivated a well-known probiotic to naturally grow in milk without the use of gene editing, which could potentially lead to infant product applications. [ + ]
Getting compostable fruit labels ready for NZ phase-out
As New Zealand plans to phase out non-compostable plastic labels by mid-2023, a Kiwi company is working on the development of a home-compostable fruit label. [ + ]
No whey! Plant-based protein shakes could be on the rise
Potato and rice protein shakes may be potential viable alternatives to milk-based whey protein shakes, and may even help diabetics, according to a UK study. [ + ]
foodpro 2021 rescheduled to October
The July event for foodpro 2021 has been rescheduled to now run in October 2021, due to the unfolding COVID situation in Sydney. [ + ]
Human milk facility to be developed for infant formula
US company 108Labs has announced it plans to build a 'Cellfacturing' facility to produce its cell cultured human milk at scale. [ + ]
Label to help improve consumer trust in A2 milk products
A Swiss food testing company has launched a label which is designed to help consumers clearly identify authentic A2 milk products. [ + ]
Chameleon-like material can detect seafood freshness
Scientists have designed an artificial chameleon-like material that can detect seafood freshness. [ + ]
Ecolean wins Worldstar awards with lightweight packaging
Ecolean won the beverage category for its Ecolean Air packaging together with Australian customer Bannister Downs Dairy's flavoured beverages. [ + ]
Bookings open for ARBS 2022
Bookings are open for ARBS 2022 — an industry event for air-conditioning, refrigeration and building services professionals. [ + ]
Grape grower fined for being allegedly misleading on grape origin
A Victorian table grape trader has paid penalties after the ACCC issued three infringement notices alleging the company violated the Horticulture Code of Conduct. [ + ]
Heat and Control's founder celebrates 100th birthday
Heat and Control founder Andy Caridis celebrates 100 years and is still pressing forward. [ + ]
Brownes Dairy appoints first female CEO in 135-year history
Brownes Dairy has appointed its first ever female CEO, heralding changes at the factory gate for the WA company. [ + ]
Salmonella detected at New Zealand egg production farm
Salmonella Enteritidis has been detected on a New Zealand North island egg production farm. [ + ]
