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

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

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. [ + ]

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. [ + ]

A team of researchers from the University of Georgia (UGA) in the US is developing a robotic system of all-terrain rovers and unmanned aerial drones to gather and analyse data on the physical characteristics of crops, including their growth patterns, stress tolerance and general health. [ + ]

Food relief organisation Foodbank is taking a leadership role in the development of the Australian Government's first National Food Waste Strategy, which aims to halve Australia's food wastage by 2030. [ + ]

With worldwide demand for chocolate outstripping the production of cocoa beans, the hunt is on for viable alternatives. [ + ]

Research from the Menzies School of Health Research has found the majority of Aboriginal people living in remote Northern Territory communities are regularly using traditional foods in their diets. [ + ]

A literature review has found encouraging evidence about the impact of compostable foodservice packaging on waste and contamination. [ + ]