Industry News
Ferrero's sustainability progress
On World Chocolate Day today, we take a look at Ferrero Group's progress with its key sustainability objectives and targets in Australia, and globally. [ + ]
D'Orsogna appoints new Managing Director
D'Orsogna Limited has appointed agribusiness leader Jason Craig as its new Managing Director. [ + ]
Confectionery industry accolade for Peter Simpson
Peter Simpson from the Manildra Group has been awarded the Alfred Stauder Award for Excellence at ConTech 2023 in Melbourne for his lifetime of service to the industry. [ + ]
Strong 2023 vintage will support NZ wine demand
Despite a challenging season, the New Zealand wine industry has had a strong harvest and is expecting to meet international demand. [ + ]
Amcor expands paper packaging range
Amcor has expanded its AmFiber Performance Paper packaging range in Europe to include heat seal sachets for dry culinary and beverage applications. [ + ]
Phase two of draft rules for organic food products in NZ
MPI is seeking feedback in its second phase of developing draft standards that will regulate the production and processing of organic food products in New Zealand. [ + ]
FLORA whips into cream category with its plant-based option
Launched in Australia, the FLORA thickened plant cream made from lentils is designed to pour, whip and cook like dairy cream. [ + ]
Truthful yet misleading: a US consumer study of packaging labels
Researchers have found that many US consumers assume that food labelled as "low-fat" also contains less sugar. [ + ]
AIP to present packaging sessions at AWRE
The Australian Institute of Packaging will present three packaging sessions at the Australasian Waste & Recycling Expo in July. [ + ]
Victorian Government announced as foodpro partner
The Victorian Government has been announced as foodpro's principal event partner for the first time as the tradeshow returns following a six-year hiatus. [ + ]
Central hub in Germany for alternative protein industry
GEA's Food Application and Technology Center of Excellence in Germany has been inaugurated as a central hub for the alternative protein industry. [ + ]
How long do the bubbles last in sparkling wine?
Researchers investigating how long champagne and sparkling wines can be stored in sealed bottles before they go flat have found that it depend on the bottle's size. [ + ]
Applications for 2023 APCO Annual Awards open
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation has announced that applications for the 2023 APCO Annual Awards are open. [ + ]
Foodtech startup to launch carob-derived sweetener
FoodTech startup CarobWay will launch its clean-label, low glycemic index sweetener at IFT FIRST 2023 in Chicago, in gummy and energy bar prototypes. [ + ]
Applications open for 2024 APPMA Awards of Excellence
The APPMA awards provide a platform for the packaging and processing industry to celebrate achievements, foster collaboration and raise the profile of the sector. [ + ]
