Industry News
Grainshaker Australian Vodka named global Vodka Producer of the Year
Grainshaker Australian Vodka has been crowned Vodka Producer of the Year at this year's International Wine & Spirits Competition, held in London overnight. [ + ]
Queensland Chef of the Year 2023 named
Grant Parry has been named Queensland Chef of the Year, winning the title as well as cash, prizes and a place in next year's national competition in Sydney. [ + ]
Cracking into sustainable energy storage market
Chicken eggshells may be the answer to developing safer, sustainable and cost-effective rechargeable battery storage systems, according to new research. [ + ]
90% recycled plastic in KitKat packaging
KitKat Australia has increased its use of recycled plastic in the wrappers of select products from 30 to 90%. [ + ]
Sara Lee enters voluntary administration
Famous for the 'layer upon layer' of pastry in its apple strudel, the Sara Lee brand in Australia has called in administrators to sell or restructure the business. [ + ]
Colour-changing tech for plant-based meat
Australian company v2food has revealed technology that will change the colour of plant-based meats through the cooking process, mimicking animal meat. [ + ]
Carbon-negative edible mushroom production system being developed
University of Stirling scientists have led a project to develop a carbon-negative food source by growing edible mushrooms alongside trees. [ + ]
Meet SMC Corporation ANZ's new MD
Recently appointed Managing Director Simon McDonald talks about his plans for SMC Corporation Australia New Zealand (ANZ). [ + ]
AIP Career and Salary survey open
The Australian Institute of Packaging's 2023 Career & Salary Survey is now open for the Australasian Region. [ + ]
Fortress Technology acquires Oceania food safety specialist
Global food safety, contaminant detection and checkweighing machine manufacturer Fortress Technology has announced it has acquired Dynamic Inspection, located in New Zealand. [ + ]
IDF World Dairy Summit opened
The IDF World Dairy Summit 2023 opened under the theme "BE Dairy: Boundless Potential. Endless Possibilities". [ + ]
Brand name vs generics: which is more popular?
According to a Purdue University Report, most consumers would choose brand-name products over generic products, but household income impacts choices. [ + ]
NZ Food Safety calls for comment on ACVM Guidance Document
NZ Food Safety has called for public comment on the proposed revision of the ACVM Guidance Document: Chemistry and Manufacturing Information for Agricultural Chemicals. [ + ]
Packaging company receives high grade in audit
KM Packaging has been awarded an AA grade in its BRCGS Audit for the sixth year running. [ + ]
Are some food products addictive?
Researchers claim global health could be improved by acknowledging that certain types of processed foods have addictive properties. [ + ]
