Industry News
Greens call for federal regulator for fish farms
The Greens have released a plan for a single federal regulator for Australia's fish farm industries, as well as a National Environmental Protection Agency to enforce federal regulations. [ + ]
Matthews refreshes its brand
At AUSPACK, Matthews Australasia revealed a refreshed brand and new chameleon logo that represents its adaptability. [ + ]
The whey to food safety
Arla Foods Ingredients' long-term strategy, 'Safely delivering the wonders of whey', highlights the measures it takes to fulfil its duty of care to customers. [ + ]
AUSPACK 2019 looks at sustainable packaging
Highlights of day one included discussions about sustainability and the latest technologies in Industry 4.0 displayed across the AUSPACK floor. [ + ]
AUSPACK kicks off
Energy Minister Lily D'Ambrosio has officially opened the inaugural AUSPACK Business and Industry Conference. [ + ]
Meat Standards Australia to implement changes
Meat Standards Australia (MSA) has announced it will implement a number of changes to its model, the MSA Vendor Declaration Form and myMSA from June this year. [ + ]
J.L.Lennard appointed Australian agent for Stephan Machinery
J.L.Lennard has been appointed as the Australian agent for food processing machinery suppliers Stephan Machinery. [ + ]
Health benefits of tomatoes linked to colour
High levels of specific antioxidants are linked to particular tomato colours, meaning each tomato has its own health benefits, researchers have found. [ + ]
AUSPACK 2019 opens
The AUSPACK 2019 two-day conference will be officially opened on Tuesday by the Hon Lily D'Ambrosio MP, Victorian Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change. [ + ]
An apple a day... maybe not in Canada
The consumption of fruit and vegetables has dropped 13% in 11 years in Canada, according to a recent food group consumption analysis. [ + ]
Road to rail: ag industry could save millions
The agricultural industry could save an estimated $70 million per year in transport costs by switching from roads to Inland Rail, according to CSIRO research. [ + ]
Keeping arsenic out of alcohol
A material often used as a filter to make wine and beer clearer could be transferring heavy metals such as arsenic into the beverages, according to a new study. [ + ]
Victorian hazelnut production goes nuts with new equipment
Carboor Farms has received $200,000 from the Victorian Government for new equipment and facilities to dry, grade and crack hazelnuts for further value-add processing. [ + ]
Gut health research on display
Twenty-three new abstracts looking at advances in gut microbiome research will be presented at the 2019 Gut Microbiota for Health World Summit. [ + ]
AUSPACK looks at the 'human aspect' of packaging
Consumers are impacting packaging and processing trends, so how can manufacturers ensure they meet their expectations? [ + ]
