Industry News
Plant-based meats may contain less useful protein
Scientists have found that the proteins in meat substitutes may be less nutritious, as they may not be absorbed as well by the body as animal proteins. [ + ]
Absolut to launch fibre-based bottle cap
The vodka company is working with Blue Ocean Closures to develop a recyclable lid made from sustainable fibres. [ + ]
2022 PIDA Awards to be held at FoodTech Qld
The PIDA awards will be handed out at a ceremony during the final day of the FoodTech Qld event. [ + ]
IDF publishes sustainability bulletin for dairy industry
The bulletin covers the use of energy-saving technologies for the dairy processing sector. [ + ]
Kellogg Company to split into three businesses
The company's North American businesses will be splitting off, creating three distinct businesses that will operate independently. [ + ]
Recycled plastic wine bottle launches in Australia
The bottle is made entirely of recycled plastics and its slimmer, lighter design can help to reduce shipping costs and emissions. [ + ]
Researchers develop spray-on food wrap
An antimicrobial, plant-based food wrap has been developed to replace plastic, enhance protection and reduce spoilage. [ + ]
Helping Aussie winemakers crack US markets
A practical online tool has been developed to help Australian winemakers target the US market, which has 51 export opportunities. [ + ]
Rockwell Automation recognised in Magic Quadrant report
The company has been placed within the Gartner Magic Quadrant as a leader and a visionary for its manufacturing execution systems. [ + ]
'Lettuce' deliver on food traceability: new guide released
A user-friendly how-to guide for tackling traceability across the Aussie organic supply chain has been released — so when is our next lettuce delivery? [ + ]
Sweet deal for Victorian chocolate factory
The Philip Island Chocolate Factory has received funding from the Victorian Government that will boost its production capacity by over a factor of 10. [ + ]
Searching for soy sauce saltiness
German food scientists have performed analysis on soy sauce to understand how it imparts flavour, which may prove useful to food manufacturers in the future. [ + ]
NZ wine industry bounces back with 2022 harvest
A productive year will help the New Zealand wine industry build back up after a poor showing in 2021. [ + ]
Chr. Hansen's 2’-FL HMO receives approval for infant formula in ANZ
Food Standards Australia New Zealand has approved Chr. Hansen's 2'-FL human milk oligosaccharide for infant formula in Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
Could a daily beer be good for men's gut health?
Research has found that both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beers can increase the presence of healthy bacteria in the guts of men. [ + ]