Industry News
Rapid method developed for water, soil pathogen screening
A highly sensitive, cost-effective technology can perform rapid bacterial pathogen screening of air, soil, water and agricultural produce in as little as 24 hours. [ + ]
Campylobacter testing facility opens in UK
Quality solutions provider Intertek has launched a Campylobacter testing facility for all poultry processors and manufacturers.
[ + ]When grain travels, sometimes unwelcome guests hitch a ride
New research can help grain handlers and grain inspectors find key locations for pathogens and pests along rail routes in Australia and the United States. [ + ]
Chocolate lovers head to supermarket for their fix
When it comes to buying chocolate, the supermarket aisle offers the greatest temptation to Australian consumers. [ + ]
How apples plus caramel equals Listeria risk
A deadly outbreak of listeriosis linked to caramel apples has prompted US researchers to discover how a food that is made from two ingredients usually considered low risk could have become contaminated. [ + ]
Customer service is more than a friendly smile
Customer service is still key in retail, but it doesn't have to be limited to personal contact with staff members. Increasingly, customers want technology to form part of their in-store experience. [ + ]
Finding the genes for tastier blueberries
Tastier blueberries could be on their way, with US researchers identifying the flavour traits that consumers desire and developing specific breeding targets to improve flavour. [ + ]
The growing market for anti-counterfeit food packaging
The market for anti-counterfeit food and beverage packaging is expected to reach US$62.5 billion globally by 2020. [ + ]
Instructions: Take dairy product with your probiotic
The manner in which a probiotic is delivered — whether in food or supplement form — could influence how effective that probiotic is in delivering the desired health benefits. [ + ]
Longer lunches equal healthier choices for kids
Children are more likely to eat fruits and vegetables when given at least 25 minutes for lunch, according to a new study. [ + ]
Seasonal eating: how the weather makes us fickle
It makes sense that the weather influences the food we choose. But it seems it can also influence the food we think we like. [ + ]
Pork CRC turning research into reality
Four key research projects that will benefit Australia's pork industry are nearing commercial reality. [ + ]
Dairy industry changes benefit cows and consumers
Profound changes in the dairy industry in recent decades have benefited the health and welfare of both dairy cows and consumers. [ + ]
Technology creates cattle feed from food waste
A Mexican company has patented technology to extract nutrients from the organic waste generated by hotels and restaurants and transform them into a main ingredient for cattle food. [ + ]
Food enzymes market tipped to surge in Asia Pacific
The food enzymes market in the Asia Pacific region has experienced healthy growth in recent years and is expected to grow at an even higher rate in upcoming years, according to a report released by Persistence Market Research. [ + ]
