Industry News
UNSW unveils Microbiome Research Centre
The Microbiome Research Centre will research the effects of microbiota on gut health, and their links to diseases like obesity and diabetes. [ + ]
New Zealand feels the sting of persistent fruit flies
Biosecurity New Zealand has stepped up its response to the persistent presence of fruit flies in Northcote, New Zealand, with intensive baiting and trapping. [ + ]
Ingredients supplier Prinova sets up in Australia
As a result of increasing APAC demand, ingredients and premix supplier Prinova has established a subsidiary in Australia. [ + ]
Sliced finger incident at fruit processor
SPC Ardmona Operations Ltd has been fined $25,000 without conviction after a worker's finger was partially severed by moving machinery. [ + ]
Food industry an 'economic powerhouse' in Northern Victoria
Northern Victoria's food and grocery manufacturing contributes $9.24 billion in output annually, according to the latest report from the Australian Food and Grocery Council. [ + ]
Humans and robots work in harmony
Omron's Collaborative Robots are designed to ease the workload for factory workers, allowing humans and robots to work harmoniously. [ + ]
ACCC concerned about Saputo and Lion dairy acquisition
The ACCC has expressed concern about Saputo's proposed acquisition of Lion Dairy & Drinks and its potential impact on the Australian dairy industry. [ + ]
Hopping to make cricket pasta
Australian brand Hoppa discusses some of the challenges it faced in the development of its cricket-based pasta. [ + ]
Nestlé grinds out plant-based frothy coffees
Nestlé has launched three plant-based vegan lattes across the UK and Ireland, in an effort to cater to growing consumer demands for non-dairy products. [ + ]
Singapore Food Agency sweet on sweetener
The Singapore Food Agency has approved Ingredion's Reb M Stevia Leaf Sweetener, as Ingredion takes steps to expand into the Asia–Pacific region. [ + ]
Fonterra to reduce stake in Chinese food manufacturer
Fonterra plans to reduce its stakeholding in Chinese infant formula manufacturer Beingmate. [ + ]
Fairtrade Fortnight initiative
Fairtrade Australia has launched Fairtrade Fortnight 2019, as the organisation drives national awareness of working conditions for farmers and workers. [ + ]
Australia calls international expert to help fight food waste
Three food industry businesses have called on sustainable food systems expert Mark Barthel to help tackle food waste. [ + ]
Counterfeit whiskies scotched by artificial tongue
An artificial 'tongue' that can tell the difference between varieties of scotch whisky could help researchers identify counterfeits. [ + ]
Campbell sells Arnott's for US$2.2 billion
Campbell Soup Company has sold Arnott's to global investing firm KKR for US$2.2 billion. [ + ]
