Organic market set for stunted growth
24 November, 2008
In the UK, organic food is set to slip down the pecking order as cash-strapped Brits hunt down cheaper alternatives. Will the Australian and New Zealand markets follow suit?
More are going organic
17 November, 2008
A recent Newspoll survey has found that 61% of Australian grocery purchasers buy some organic products.
Flavour trend predictions for 2009
14 November, 2008
Looking ahead to 2009, Mintel forecasts that manufacturers will reach for exotic fruits and fresh, soothing flavours with a touch of spice to jazz up their new products.
Strengthening food safety in Europe
13 November, 2008
A cooperation agreement signed in Brussels will advance scientific cooperation and the development of international standards in the fields of food and feed safety in Europe.
Fluoridating bottled water
11 November, 2008
The Australian Beverages Council has added its support to a proposal that will permit the voluntary addition of fluoride to bottled water.
The food industry and the next pandemic
06 November, 2008 by Janette Woodhouse
A pandemic will devastate the food manufacturing industry with up to 50% workforce reductions forecast. But the industry will still have to supply food to the populace.
ISO standard promotes consistency in sensory analysis
05 November, 2008
A new ISO standard will reduce the complexity of describing taste, smell and texture so these characteristics can be communicated in a consistent manner.
Organic Standard comments
28 October, 2008
The very large number of comments on the proposed organic standard reflects the industry and community interest in this area.
Food industry pledges to curb junk food ads
24 October, 2008
Food and beverage manufacturers will today voluntarily introduce a code of conduct, vowing not to advertise products to children unless they promote a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Adulteration and globalisation
08 October, 2008
The melamine adulterated milk crisis in China is providing a warning to all companies of the dangers of operating in a global market.
Proposal for Heinz to acquire Golden Circle
08 October, 2008
The Golden Circle board is expected to vote unanimously to accept a proposed acquisition by Heinz.
Weights and measures go national
25 September, 2008
An Average Quantity System — an internationally recognised system for confirming that pre-packaged items, including food and beverages, contain the stated quantities — is being established in Australia.
Bottled water is still a viable market
17 September, 2008
Everyone's still drinking bottled water and the market in Australasia/Asia is still continuing to grow.
The global milk drinks market
17 September, 2008
A new market research report from Zenith International is very positive for the Australian and New Zealand dairy industries as growth in Asia continues to boom.
Public submissions invited on proposed changes to the food code
16 September, 2008
FSANZ has invited individuals and organisations to comment on the proposal to permit the sale of food additive preparations containing the colour erythrosine.
