Pathogen control important for pet food, too
27 May, 2014Pathogen control isn't only an issue in food processing for human food - pet food is just as susceptible to contamination. Palatability enhancers, manufacturing equipment and post-manufacture storage can all contribute to pet-food contamination.
Safer bandsaw on display at foodpro
27 May, 2014The safety of workers in the meat industry was the motivation for Australian meat processing equipment manufacturer Thompson Meat Machinery to develop and patent a sensor that reduces the severity of bandsaw injuries.
New handbook on certifying food safety management systems
27 May, 2014ISO has published a new handbook that compiles two key standards for certifying food safety management systems. It contains all the information certification bodies need for reliable and efficient audits.
LINPAC wins PackTheFuture Award for Rfresh Elite tray
26 May, 2014LINPAC Packaging has won a PackTheFuture Award for its Rfresh Elite tray for meat and fish products at Interpack.
Interactive map of the Australian food industry
26 May, 2014The Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) and Food Innovation Australia (FIAL) have co-produced a map that represents the Australian food industry industry from the farm gate to the end product (not including agriculture and food service). All organisations and companies within the industry have been labelled on the map.
MOU to increase cooperation on Australian-Chinese mergers
23 May, 2014The Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China has signed a memorandum of understanding with the ACCC that aims to increase cooperation and communication about mergers affecting both the Australian and Chinese markets.
Small packs to take off in Thailand
23 May, 2014The changing consumer demographic in Thailand will drive changes in packaging demand, research firm Canadean says.
Revised Food Industry Recall Protocol now available
22 May, 2014 | Supplied by: Food Standards Australia New ZealandA revised food recall protocol has been launched by FSANZ. Assistant Minister for Health Fiona Nash says every Australian food manufacturer, importer, wholesaler and distributor should have a copy.
Report recommends strict regulation of nanomaterials in food
22 May, 2014A report on nanotechnology in food and agriculture has elicited mixed responses from experts on the topic. Published by Friends of the Earth, the report suggests that the Australian Government should strictly regulate the use of nanomaterials in these fields.
Amcor acquires Indonesian flexible-packaging business
21 May, 2014 | Supplied by: Amcor GlobalAmcor has announced plans to acquire Indonesian flexible-packaging business Bella Prima Packaging for $27 million. Bella Prima has two plants in Jakarta that specialise in the high-growth shrink sleeve, label and lidding business.
Organic sales hit US$35bn in the States
20 May, 2014Sales of organic products in the US increased to US$35.1 billion in 2013, a jump of 11.5% on the previous year. Organic packaged and pre-prepared food is expected to grow rapidly, according to a survey from the Organic Trade Association.
DuPont Packaging Award winners announced
19 May, 2014The winners of the 26th DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation have been announced. The global awards are the industry's longest-running, independently judged competition that highlights innovative packaging solutions and collaboration.
RIRDC to miss out on $11m funding under new budget
19 May, 2014RIRDC says it anticipates cuts of $11 million over four years in base funding as a result of the 2014 Budget.
Goodman Fielder board accepts increased offer
19 May, 2014Wilmar International and First Pacific have increased their offer to acquire Goodman Fielder from $0.65 to $0.70 per share. The Goodman Fielder Board will unanimously recommend that its shareholders vote in favour of the revised proposal.
Dairy Innovation Australia Dairy Innovation Digest
15 May, 2014 | Supplied by: Dairy Innovation Australia LtdThe Dairy Innovation Digest is a monthly publication dedicated to highlighting new products, ingredients, processes and innovations from around the world.
