Industry News
Ridley extrusion feed plant opens in Tasmania
Ridley has opened a new extrusion feed plant in Westbury, Tasmania, for the continued development of the extruded feed industries. [ + ]
Anti-pollution has potential for food and drinks sector
Anti-pollution has potential to become an on-trend product claim in the food and drinks sector, according to the GlobalData analyst. [ + ]
Processing method for skim milk powder with 'clean' froth
Researchers have discovered a processing method for skim milk powder that could provide food manufacturers with an alternative to emulsifiers and foaming agent additives. [ + ]
Ensuring food safety should not increase food waste
The food and beverage industry strives to maintain equipment hygiene while ensuring minimal food wastage. [ + ]
Clean and clear labelling now the norm
Clean labels are dominating the food and beverage industries, as they cater to increasing consumer demand for healthier alternatives. [ + ]
Kellogg's sustainable energy plans
Kellogg's Australia has plans to offset the carbon impact of manufacturing an estimated 630 million boxes of Australian-made cereals. [ + ]
Solving pesky dust issues
SMC's latest value technology has been designed to provide the food and beverage manufacturing industry with a solution to pesky dust issues. [ + ]
Do we need tighter labelling laws for energy drinks?
As the energy drink trend continues to rise for young adults, are the labelling laws tight enough? [ + ]
Queensland cullet production plant hosts AIP members
AIP members will visit the O-I cullet production plant in Queensland in August. [ + ]
Dairy milk vs plant-based milk label debate gains traction
Australian Dairy Farmers are lobbying the federal government over plant-based dairy products labelled as 'milk' products. [ + ]
From corn to masa to corn chip — how the magic happens
More research into the food production process behind corn products is required to achieve high-quality consumable products, according to researchers. [ + ]
Fonterra announces goal to reduce reliance on coal
Fonterra is reducing emissions and its reliance on coal in a bid to reduce emissions by 30% across all its manufacturing operations by 2030. [ + ]
Reducing food waste with standardised expiry date labels
Standardising expiry date labels and implementing traceability software could greatly reduce food wastage in the food and beverage industry. [ + ]
FoodTech Qld to show CPS SIAT packaging equipment
FoodTech Qld will showcase the SIAT semiautomatic stretch wrapper and the S8/4 case sealer from 28–30 July. [ + ]
Tetra Pak launches paper straws in Europe
Tetra Pak has commenced field testing for its paper straws in Europe, in a step to crafting biodegradable products from plant-based materials. [ + ]