Industry News
Food audit fact sheet
The NSW Food Authority publishes a fact sheet on food audits. [ + ]
Performance-enhancing vegetable
A shot of beetroot juice could be a natural performance enhancer for elite athletes, according to Australian researchers. [ + ]
Can emojis help fight childhood obesity?
A study has found that labelling shelves with simple emoji-style faces resulted in kids making healthier food choices. [ + ]
Banning GMOs could increase greenhouse emissions
Banning GMOs in the United States could result in higher food prices, a boost in greenhouse gas emissions and major loss of forest and pasture land, a study has shown. [ + ]
Antipasto manufacturer Pronto e Fresco in voluntary administration
Melbourne-based antipasto manufacturer Pronto e Fresco has entered voluntary administration. [ + ]
CSIRO drying technology a multimillion-dollar opportunity
A world-first technology, developed in Australia, and recently upgraded, could provide innovation opportunities for the food and beverage market, worth hundreds of millions of dollars. [ + ]
Toshiba launches portable electrolysed functional water generator
Toshiba Corporation has launched a portable, desktop electrolysed functional water generator that produces hypochlorous acid water. [ + ]
ACCC challenges egg cartel ruling
The ACCC is appealing a decision by the Federal Court, which has dismissed proceedings against the Australian Egg Corporation Limited and four other respondents for allegedly engaging in cartel conduct. [ + ]
Awards recognise packaging's role in reducing food waste
Innovative and sustainable packaging that minimises food waste will be recognised by a new awards program launched by the Australian Institute of Packaging. [ + ]
Moovement in the dairy testing market
Perten Instruments has announced the acquisition of Delta Instruments, a manufacturer of analysers and testing equipment for milk and dairy products. [ + ]
Unlocking salty secrets
Research into the identity and functionality of salt-responding taste cells on the tongue could assist in the development of salt replacers or enhancers to reduce the sodium content of food. [ + ]
Pouches a key driver in food container growth
The US market for food containers is projected to exceed US$31 billion by 2020, driven in part by the growth in flexible packaging options such as pouches. [ + ]
The nutritional advantages of organic milk and meat
A large international study has shown that both organic milk and meat contain around 50% more beneficial omega-3 fatty acids than conventionally produced products. [ + ]
Some steak more tender after freezing
When it comes to steak, most of us believe fresh is best. But research shows that some cuts become more tender after freezing. [ + ]
Rural dwellers say cheese
People who live in the country generally eat more cheese than those who are based in the nation's capital cities. [ + ]
