The Schuler Group has partnered with Japanese specialist in DWI bottle cans, TMC, to cater to the growing popularity of aluminium bottles. [ + ]

First things first — to enjoy some hot chips with the Martians you need to be able to grow potatoes on Mars. And current experiments show this is possible. [ + ]

For most of the world the answer is a definite 'no', but in the US a fight is brewing. [ + ]

Deliveroo is launching a platform that will provide restaurant partners with the infrastructure — including bespoke kitchens, local marketing support and fleets of riders — that allows them to launch delivery-only menus catered to local tastes. [ + ]

Hot coffee is great in your cup, but heat is not a good thing for coffee crops, research at Oregon State University suggests. [ + ]

Systech International has upgraded its UniSecure product authentication solution. [ + ]

Researchers have found a promising way to prevent the loss of millions of tons of crops to a fungus each year, offering the potential to dramatically improve food security, especially in developing countries. [ + ]

A new approach to sensors may enable the development of very simple, cheap and fast food pathogen test systems. [ + ]

Domino's has launched a range of all natural soft drinks in its stores. [ + ]

Olive oil adulteration for the purpose of financial gain has become one of the biggest sources of agricultural fraud in the EU. [ + ]

Demand for alternative sweeteners in the food market is forecast to be $870 million by 2020, with food applications continuing to take market share from beverage applications — albeit at a slowing rate. [ + ]

Registration is now open for foodpro 2017 — the iconic event for the food and beverage manufacturing industry. [ + ]

Delaying access to tempting, high-calorie foods and snacks in vending machines can potentially shift people's choices to purchase less desired but healthier snack options. [ + ]

A study by researchers at the University of Otago has found a probiotic could reduce cases of gestational diabetes in pregnant women by 68%. [ + ]

The revised Horticulture Code, which sets out mandatory requirements for traders and agents operating in Australian fresh fruit and vegetable markets, has now come into effect. [ + ]