Industry News
Inside the Smart Manufacturing Conference
The Smart Manufacturing Conference has returned under the theme "Connected, Automated and Digital Transformation". [ + ]
foodpro announces charity partner for 2023
As rural regions and farmers around Australia continue to struggle, foodpro has announced Aussie Helpers as its charity partner for 2023. [ + ]
Unilever to acquire US frozen Greek yoghurt brand
Unilever is set to acquire Yasso, a frozen Greek yoghurt brand in the US. [ + ]
Kerry opens manufacturing facility in Indonesia
Kerry has opened a $47.5m taste manufacturing facility in Indonesia, expanding its taste offering in South-East Asia and delivering products to growing markets. [ + ]
Jobs and Skills Council established for manufacturing industry
The Manufacturing Industry Skills Alliance has been established as the Jobs and Skills Council (JSC) for the manufacturing industry, which includes food manufacturing. [ + ]
APPEX 2024 to hold Meat Industry Day
APPEX and Australian Meat Processor Corporation will partner to hold meat industry presentations and events alongside the 2024 Melbourne show. [ + ]
Arnott's to make biscuits at manufacturing facility in NZ
After a 25-year hiatus, The Arnott's Group will begin manufacturing biscuits in New Zealand. [ + ]
Europe approves HMO mix for infant formula
The 6'-SL HMO from Chr. Hansen has been approved for highest use levels in infant formula and follow-on formula in Europe. [ + ]
American tortilla snack expands to Aussie market
Chipoys has expanded into the retail market in Australia and New Zealand after success in Europe and the UK. [ + ]
Unilever extends agreement with Barry Callebaut
Unilever has extended its long-term global strategic agreement with Barry Callebaut Group for the supply of cocoa and chocolate. [ + ]
Disruptive food product demand declining
A Rabobank report has said that food innovation strategies will shift in coming years, driven by economic uncertainties, changed food demand and high interest rates. [ + ]
Chobani expands in New Zealand
Chobani Australia has expanded its range in New Zealand to meet rising demand, following success when the product was first launched. [ + ]
Fonterra announces first nutrition science investment
Following the creation of a dedicated nutrition science branch within the Co-op, Fonterra has announced an investment in US-based company Pendulum. [ + ]
Health and wellness products shine at expo
The 2023 Naturally Good event has wrapped, showcasing over 270 exhibitors from around the nation in the areas of food, beverages and more. [ + ]
Recycling lab testing paper-based solutions
Koehler Innovation & Technology has opened a recycling lab to test and monitor paper-based products at all stages throughout the product life cycle. [ + ]
