The Australian Institute of Packaging will hold a half-day training course on Food Safety-Packaging Standards & Regulations in Sydney. [ + ]

A study has found that organically grown products can be financially competitive with conventionally grown products. [ + ]

Amcor Flexibles Asia Pacific has expanded its footprint in China to a total of 10 manufacturing plants. [ + ]

While the standard line is that 'sugar is sugar', new research has shown that glucose and fructose can have different effects on hunger and satiety, with fructose enhancing the reward value of high-calorie food and promoting eating. [ + ]

FSANZ has called for submissions on an application to allow food derived from a genetically modified corn line. [ + ]

A new microbial source for asparaginase has been assessed and declared safe by FSANZ. [ + ]

Researchers have reported on the effect of commercial yeast products to boost fermentation in sparkling wines. [ + ]

Alcohol manufacturer Diageo Australia's new distribution centre features a 'one touch' supply chain, which has enabled the company to respond to customer demand for 'just in time' deliveries. [ + ]

Arla Foods has launched the first long-life milk brand in an aseptic gable top carton. [ + ]

A brand expert estimates the cost to the Maggi brand of the instant noodle lead scare. [ + ]

Researchers in the UK are attempting to develop a new potato, which could be better for the environment, healthier for consumers and cheaper to produce. [ + ]

Australian scientists have warned that global marine resources cannot sustain current levels of consumption. [ + ]

A new agri-food innovation hub is being developed in Southern Queensland to position food producing and processing businesses to reach global markets. [ + ]

Two German companies have partnered to develop an upcycled wheat straw-based packaging solution for the food industry. [ + ]

An online survey has been released to enable consumers to have their say on country-of-origin food labelling. [ + ]