Industry News
Study reveals which substances make coffee bitter
Researchers have provided new insights into the molecular interaction between five bitter compounds in coffee and bitter receptors. [ + ]
Plant geneticists unmask hidden mutations in tomatoes
Researchers have identified long-concealed mutations within the genomes of 100 different types of tomato, which could guide efforts to tweak modern tomatoes. [ + ]
Wine industry welcomes Australia, UK FTA negotiations
The Australian wine industry has welcomed news of free trade agreement negotiations between Australia and the UK as the sector works to recover from COVID-19. [ + ]
Improving the fat taste in plant-based meat
Motif Foodworks has announced a partnership with Dr Alejandro Marangoni at the University of Guelph to improve fat performance in plant-based foods. [ + ]
Unilever targets net zero emissions from its products by 2039
Unilever has pledged to reach net-zero emissions for products by 2039, supported by a new Climate & Nature Fund, as part of its sustainability commitments. [ + ]
Tetra Pak commits to net zero GHG emissions by 2050
Tetra Pak has pledged to achieve net zero emissions across its value chain by 2050 and net zero GHG emissions across its own operations by 2030. [ + ]
Cheesemaker on the Queen's Birthday 2020 Honours List
South Australian cheesemaker Kris Lloyd was named Member of the Order of Australia in the General Division on the Queen's Birthday 2020 Honours List. [ + ]
How long can coronavirus survive on difference surfaces?
A study published in Physics of Fluids has found that temperature, humidity and surfaces can affect coronavirus droplet survival time. [ + ]
Consumer trend to immunity-boosting food post-COVID lockdown
Chr. Hansen has revealed that consumers are more concerned about supporting their immune system since COVID-19 and predicts a trend in food with probiotics. [ + ]
SPC and Döhler announce joint venture for global expansion
SPC has announced a joint venture with German company Döhler, to develop intellectual property in Australia and deliver new products globally. [ + ]
Winter crop production to rise
The prospect of above-average rainfall in July has boosted winter crop production forecasts, with ABARES predicting a 53% increase in winter crop production. [ + ]
Woolworths reduces plastic packaging for fruits and vegies
Woolworths has introduced a range of initiatives to reduce plastic packaging across its fruits and vegetables, reaffirming its commitment to a greener future. [ + ]
FSANZ calls for comment for GM enzyme processing aid
FSANZ is calling for comment on an application to allow a new type of processing aid from a genetically modified alpha-amylase enzyme. [ + ]
Plant-based push: COVID-19 makes vegan diet more appealing
Research from Mintel has revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic has made a vegan diet more appealing for 25% of British millennials. [ + ]
Food technician behind Vegemite featured in new book
The story of Australian food technician Cyril Callister, otherwise known as Mr Vegemite, has been featured in Grave Tales: Melbourne Vol. 1. [ + ]
