Industry News
NSW mice plague reaches empty Parliament House
A mice plague of epic proportions is sweeping through the farmlands of NSW, creating a worsening economic and public health situation across the state. [ + ]
Coles to process livestock at Teys Australia's Qld facility
Coles has reached a multi-year deal to process livestock at Teys Australia's Beenleigh processing facility, adding new farms to its supply chain. [ + ]
Future of alt-milk in Asia, a virtual event
The FHA Match: Dairy is a two-day virtual event that will discuss products and issues relating to the dairy alternatives market in Asia. [ + ]
Packaging manufacturer Detpak announces new partnership
Paper and board packaging manufacturer Detpak has partnered with US-based Eco-Products. [ + ]
Asahi Beverages brews up coffee acquisition
The purchase of Allpress by Asahi Beverages marks the company's entry into Australia's $1 billion fresh coffee market. [ + ]
Don't get caught out mailing meat
Australia's mail centres have intercepted 380 kg of meat items, including 41 kg of pork, in mail parcels this year using 3D X-rays. [ + ]
NZ government invests in durum wheat research
New Zealanders could be tucking into artisan pasta, pizza and bread made from durum wheat grown in the Wairarapa if a new project indicates there's a market for it. [ + ]
IFT launches food system innovation grant program
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has launched the first annual Seeding The Future Global Food Systems Challenge. [ + ]
Woolworths to partner with KNAPP for automated fulfillment centre
Woolworths has announced plans to construct a new automated fulfillment centre in Auburn, NSW, for improved delivery of online grocery orders. [ + ]
Compressed air: inefficiencies can leak into profits
A report has revealed energy wastage costs with compressed air systems and highlights the potential of emerging alternative technologies. [ + ]
Aussie author demystifies food processing with new book
An Australian illustrator and designer has produced a book about the manufacturing of processed foods for educators, children and parents — and anyone curious about food. [ + ]
Food tech brings 'veggie-centric' products to market
A diverse range of new processed vegetable products is now available thanks to a government-funded project in New Zealand. [ + ]
$600K funding available for FIAL Cluster Program
A total of $600,000 in matched funding is available for new and existing agri-food clusters across Australia to help unlock the potential in the industry. [ + ]
Tax relief plan for small brewers and distillers announced
Small brewers and distillers will receive support in the form of a tax rebate unveiled by the government as part of the 2021–22 Budget. [ + ]
Start-up develops microalgae-based milk alternative
The company said the product promises to eliminate allergies making it safe for consumption for people with lactose intolerance. [ + ]
