Industry News
FSANZ prepares for changes to infant formula rules
FSANZ has invited public comments on proposed revisions to the infant formula requirements in the Food Standards Code. [ + ]
Eco-friendly packaging doubles shelf life
Researchers have developed an environmentally friendly food packaging material that can double the shelf life of perishable food, without the use of chemical additives. [ + ]
Food industry accused of playing dirty in battle over salt
A leading health researcher has taken aim at the food industry, accusing it of using the "subversive tactics pioneered by the tobacco and alcohol industries" to prevent mandated control of salt in foodstuffs. [ + ]
Qantas denies safety issue with cardboard meal boxes
Qantas flight attendants have reported finding cardboard meal boxes smouldering inside convection ovens. [ + ]
Eating seafood could lower dementia risk
A study has found that moderate seafood consumption could be linked with lesser risk of Alzheimer's disease. [ + ]
European chef of the year values ideas over ingredients
Italian chef Massimo Bottura has been named 2016 European Chef of the Year, in recognition of his work to establish a soup kitchen that uses food that would have otherwise been thrown away to feed the poor and the homeless. [ + ]
Free tool for assessment of food fraud vulnerability
A free tool with a clear, robust and effective methodology is now available to to help food companies of all sizes, in all locations, undertake food fraud vulnerability assessments. [ + ]
Low-carb diet 'life changing' for type 2 diabetics
A low-carbohydrate diet and exercise program has proven to be highly effective for people with type 2 diabetes. [ + ]
Riverina food industry to gain two rail hubs
Two regional rail hubs and business parks in NSW's Riverina district will be master planned and developed by Vaughan Constructions. [ + ]
BFC deal strengthens specialty cheese credentials
Beston Global Food Company has announced a strategic alliance with Australian Cheese distributor the Washed Rind Group. [ + ]
Technical dinner to discuss global packaging trends
A technical dinner to be held in Victoria in April will discuss global packaging trends. [ + ]
Leading manufacturer welcomes ISO specification on collaborative robot design
ISO's new technical specification for risk assessments of collaborative robots has been welcomed by leading robot manufacturer Universal Robots. [ + ]
The balancing act of health vs taste
Why do we order a large burger and fries with a diet soft drink? Researchers have found evidence of 'balancing behaviour' as consumers endeavour to offset health concerns while still purchasing the food they enjoy. [ + ]
Could global water management feed the hungry?
Scientists have determined that improved agricultural water management could halve the global food gap by 2050. [ + ]
Tip Top Bakeries to open new manufacturing facility
Tip Top Bakeries will invest millions to refurbish a former Kellogg facility on the NSW Central Coast. [ + ]
