A study has found that stevia extract, an artificial sweetener, has been linked to potential improvements in liver health and fatty liver disease. [ + ]

Researchers have crafted a true Queensland brew by using wild fermented yeast, hand-picked from a jacaranda tree on the UQ campus. [ + ]

Caspak Australia has appointed Greg Roberts as its new CEO. Roberts brings a wealth of experience in the textile industry to the role. [ + ]

GS1 Australia has launched the 2DBarcode, an on-pack symbol that provides a range of data elements to facilitate food safety within the supply chain. [ + ]

A new high-fibre wheat, developed by CSIRO and Limagrain, is set to become available in Australia in 2021 and Europe in 2022. [ + ]

A study analysing consumer drink preferences over 22 years has found that Australia's thirst for low-sugar drinks has been increasing over time. [ + ]

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Sunny Queen Australia has announced that it will continue to supply its smiley-faced eggs and Meal Solutions products. [ + ]

Jet Technologies, a specialist food packaging supplier, has been working double time to meet increased demand from FMGC customers. [ + ]

It has been reported on 5 May 2020 that staff at a Melbourne meat processor have tested positive for Covid-19. [ + ]

Companies across Australia and New Zealand have won the 2020 WorldStar Packaging Special Awards in their respective categories. [ + ]

An Australian intercollegiate lamb meat judge has reported that there is great potential for increased high-quality lamb exports to the United States. [ + ]

A series of Canadian studies has found that alcohol bottles with warning labels may inform consumers about the risks of alcohol consumption and reduce their drinking. [ + ]

Nestlé has unveiled nesQino, a drink maker that allows consumers to make 21 personalised, healthy drinks at home or in the office. [ + ]

The global Product of the Year Awards are accepting entries for 2021 and have unveiled a new 'The Ones to Watch' award category. [ + ]

After receiving the Consensus GreenTech Award, wastewater treatment solution specialist Aerofloat has launched a new website to reflect its industry expertise. [ + ]