Several topics relevant to the packaging supply chain will be discussed at the AIP National Technical Forum.

Research suggests that while most people can consume Quorn products safely, certain people who already react to fungi or moulds may may also react to Quorn.

Woolworths is requesting more research into the availability of sustainable palm oil as it aims to drive market transformation.

AUSPACK PLUS expands further into the plastics arena.

Plans for the World Avocado Congress 2011 are being finalised.

Andrew Ferrier, CEO of Fonterra, intends to step down in the second half of 2011.

Entries are welcome for the 2011 Environmental Packaging Awards, which rewards efforts in sustainable packaging within New Zealand.

Research reveals that an increasing number of consumers prefer store brands over famous brands.

Cornell scientists hope to shape microbial communities to produce liquid biofuels and other useful products.

A new initiative called ‘Food Security needs Bee Security’ has formed in order to fight against the Asian bee within Australia.

Foodbank is grateful for the donations and support from its industry partners during recent natural disasters in Queensland and Victoria.

Food Standards Australia New Zealand has investigated complaints of an unpleasant aftertaste from pine nuts, but finds no adverse effects on consumers.

GS1 Australia has called for a new approach to food labelling policy, as it collaborates with AFGC to launch a new app which delivers detailed extended packaging product data to consumers.

The Australian Food and Grocery Council supports the Coalition's efforts to review Australia's anti-dumping laws, which are affecting Australia's largest manufacturing sector.

Food Standards Australia New Zealand is inviting submissions on proposed changes to the Food Standards Code.