New suspected Panama case at Qld banana farm
26 August, 2020A new suspected detection of Panama disease tropical race 4 (TR4) has been found on a fifth banana farm in the Tully Valley.
Kellogg's achieves 100% responsible vanilla sourcing goal
25 August, 2020 | Supplied by: Kellogg (Aust) Pty LtdKellogg Company and its vanilla supplier, Symrise, have engaged in a project in Madagascar to responsibly source 100% of Kellogg's vanilla by 2020.
Nestlé enters plant-based seafood market
24 August, 2020Nestlé has entered the plant-based seafood market with a tuna alternative product.
Bleeding edge: broccoli and brussels sprouts a cut above the rest
21 August, 2020Cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, brussels sprouts and cabbage, could play a crucial role in preventing advanced blood vessel disease.
Packaged salads linked to illness outbreak in the US
20 August, 2020While health agencies around the world respond to the COVID-19 crisis, some health experts in the US have been responding to a different risk.
Nestlé further expands plant-based dairy alternatives portfolio
17 August, 2020 | Supplied by: Nestle ProfessionalNestlé is further expanding its plant-based dairy alternatives portfolio to better cater to consumers with lactose intolerance or those following a dairy-free or vegan diet.
FAIRR: Kerry in top five plant-based food manufacturers
14 August, 2020 | Supplied by: Kerry Asia PacificTaste and nutrition solutions developer Kerry has been ranked #5 on the FAIRR list of top plant-based food companies.
A pinch of MSG instead of salt to reduce sodium intake?
14 August, 2020A new study hopes to change consumer perceptions about a highly researched but controversial flavour enhancer — monosodium glutamate (MSG).
Novation Indulge 3620, 3820 starches
12 August, 2020 | Supplied by: IngredionNovation Indulge 3620 and 3820 tapioca starches by Ingredion offer a clean label alternative to artificial ingredients.
FSANZ call for comment on additive to preserve beverages
07 August, 2020 | Supplied by: Food Standards Australia New ZealandFSANZ is calling for comment on an application that will allow a new type of additive, sourced from a mushroom called 'sweet osmanthus ear', to preserve beverages.
FDA sets limit for inorganic arsenic in infant rice cereal
07 August, 2020The FDA has finalised limits on inorganic arsenic in infant rice cereals at 100 micrograms per kilogram, or 100 parts per billion.
Which bacteria qualify as probiotics?
30 July, 2020A new scientifc paper describes four simple criteria for accurate use of the word probiotic, with the aim to reduce confusion around the health benefits of probiotic foods.
Brownes Dairy to launch locally made cheddar cheese
30 July, 2020Brownes Dairy will launch a range of cheddar cheeses made in Western Australia to boost the dairy industry and create jobs along the supply chain.
FSANZ to review ban on concentrated caffeine
30 July, 2020FSANZ is calling for comment on its review of a ban on the retail sale of pure and highly concentrated caffeine food products.
Upcycling for gut health: antioxidant powders from fruit waste
28 July, 2020Powders made from blueberries and persimmon waste are rich in antioxidants and could be good for the gut microbiome.
