Industry News
AI in full focus at upcoming Smart Manufacturing Conference
AI is believed to be the future of the industry, helping answer the Smart Manufacturing Conference's "What’s Next For Manufacturers?" question. [ + ]
NSW manufacturers highlighted at Fine Food Australia
As Fine Food Australia approaches, NSW businesses are in the spotlight as they prepare for the 'Flavours of NSW' zone. [ + ]
AUSVEG calls for action amid worsening labour shortages
A year on from the federal government's Jobs and Skills Summit, crippling workforce shortages facing Australian vegetable growers have only worsened. [ + ]
Bacteria-killing spikes for food production surfaces
An RMIT University study has suggested that rough antimicrobial surfaces inspired by bacteria-killing spikes on insect wings could have food production applications. [ + ]
Aussie cocktails launched in aseptic cartons from Tetra Pak
Mandatory Spirit Co. and Tetra Pak have together ventured into a new product category, filling cocktails into aseptic carton packages produced locally in Victoria. [ + ]
Arnott's Group opens $65m automated distribution centre in Western Sydney
The Arnott's Group continues to grow its operations in Australia by opening a 43,000 m2 automated warehouse and logistics hub in Huntingwood. [ + ]
Bega to acquire two Tasmanian-grown dairy brands
Bega Group has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire two TasFoods brands for $11 million. [ + ]
Report: Urgent action required for F&B industry emissions
Research has found that Australian businesses recognise the imperative of achieving net zero, but they need to act more urgently to address it. [ + ]
High Fibre Wheat set to soon be available in Australia
Following the announcement that Allied Pinnacle had secured exclusively licensed patents for High Fibre Wheat in April, Australia will soon be able to access it. [ + ]
Is energy harvesting the future of smart packaging?
Researchers from Case Western Reserve University are leading the development of a 'smart packaging' system for real-time monitoring. [ + ]
ABAC appoints The Hon Tony Smith as Independent Chair
Harry Jenkins AO has retired as ABAC Independent Chair after a 5-year tenure and has been succeeded by The Hon Tony Smith. [ + ]
Nutrition brand opens new manufacturing facility on the Gold Coast
Fixx Nutrition is expanding its manufacturing capabilities to cater for growing global demand for its sports and dietary supplement products. [ + ]
Are your smoothies actually healthy?
A study has found that blending certain ingredients in smoothies can influence whether your body is getting a nutritional boost. [ + ]
Raising the steak — developing premium profiles for Australian beef
Australian beef producers could lead the world by developing 'flavour profiles' for premium products similar to those used in the wine industry, according to a University of Queensland researcher. [ + ]
Countdown is on for NZ Young Viticulturist of the Year
The five finalists for 2023 Young Viticulturist of the Year are set to take part in the competition on 30 August at Paritua Vineyards in Hawke's Bay. [ + ]
