The Red Meat Advisory Council is undertaking an independent review of the rules of engagement in the red meat industry. The review will look at the industry’s Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and examine whether it properly represents all sectors of the industry and is fit for the future. Jim Varghese will lead the review. He has … Continue reading Red Meat Advisory Council reviews whether industry standards are fit for future →

Mars Wrigley Confectionery has launched a new plan for overhauling its cocoa supply chain to support more sustainable farming. The Cocoa for Generations plan places the interest of smallholder farmers at its centre, helps to safeguard children and forests, and creates a pathway for cocoa farmers and cocoa-growing communities to thrive. It is backed by … Continue reading Mars Wrigley Confectionery launches plan that supports sustainable farming →

Free-from claims and smaller, more convenient pack sizes are important to younger consumers, research from a 2017 Nielsen report suggests. At the iba baking and snack trade fair, a panel of experts from the baked goods sector spoke about the importance of moving towards free-from and organic products. The forum, which took place on the … Continue reading Research shows younger generations care about free-from foods and small portions →

New research from energy retailer, Flow Power, shows that businesses forgoing fixed-rate contracts for wholesale prices could expect significant price reductions. In a study of 670 medium to large businesses, wholesale power would have delivered savings in total of up to $97 million for the last financial year. This figure increases significantly when renewable corporate … Continue reading Data reveals how businesses can reduce energy costs for all Australians →

Jet Technologies has launched a new machine that caps jars for Australian and New Zealand food manufacturers. The Smart Capper is a fully automated capping machine designed for production lines. Capping machines help ensure a product meets food standards and consumer expectations. Jet Technologies general manager Daniel Malki said the Smart Capper is a compact machine, so it’s suited … Continue reading New capping machine improves productivity in small manufacturing spaces →

The RSPCA has launched a nationwide campaign that focuses on Australia’s largest hospitality and food retailers who have switched to cage-free eggs. The celebratory ‘Cage Free and Proud’ campaign recognises  brands such as McDonald’s, Subway, Grill’d Healthy Burgers, Nando’s, Harris Farm Markets, Arnott’s and IKEA, as industry leaders who have acted on consumer concerns and … Continue reading RSPCA celebrates industry leaders in food services sector that use cage free eggs →

Australia has been labelled the leading exporter of lamb worldwide, in a 2018 State of the Industry report. Independent chair of the Red Meat Advisory Council, Don Mackay, said the report highlights the key economic and community role the Australian red meat and livestock industry plays for the nation – and the potential for it … Continue reading Report shows Australia is the world leading exporter of lamb →

The Australian Macadamia industry has discovered that consumers are increasingly snacking as a way to manage their mood. Participants in the research emphasised the importance of food manufacturers using clean and high quality ingredients in their snacks, which maximise nutritional benefits, and support improved moods and wellness. Australian Macadamia Society market development manager Lynne Ziehlke said in … Continue reading Macadamia industry research finds consumers snack to manage mood →

Farmers will now be able to fight against pest animals more effectively, with the help of new projects launched by the Centre for Invasive Species Solutions.  The 21 new research, development and extension projects will look at better ways of preventing, detecting and managing pest animals, including through the use of DNA. Australian minister for … Continue reading New projects help Australian farmers with fight against pests →

Industry 4.0 is becoming increasingly important in the food industry as it helps businesses stay on top of data management, it increases productivity and it limits product waste. The iba Munich baking and snack trade fair shows businesses how they can stay on top of the latest technology, and keep up with competitors, by getting … Continue reading Industry 4.0 a hot topic at iba Munich baking and snack trade fair →

A research team from the University of Tasmania (UTAS) is using climate science to provide the Australian grape and wine community with information on dealing with climate change. The team has provided tools and practical management options to help the industry face the challenges of short-term climate cycles and long-term climate change. Led by Dr … Continue reading Research aims to help grapegrowers deal with climate change challenges →

A Monash University Professor and his team have created an initiative to provide urban water security to millions of people across the world.  Professor Tony Wong, chief executive of the Cooperative Research Centre for Water Sensitive Cities at Monash University, received the 2018 IWA Global Water award for the program.  The biennial award, which recognises … Continue reading Monash University professor recognised for 30-year study to bring millions worldwide safe water supply →

Domino’s has met a request from Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources, David Littleproud, to better display country of origin information. At a Country of Origin Labelling roundtable in May — which included McDonalds, Subway, KFC and Domino’s  — major fast food outlets agreed to put country of origin information on their websites and apps, … Continue reading Domino’s meets request from Australian government to publish detailed country of origin information →

Florian Hoehne has taken his skills in sales, within the food and beverage industry, to the company Robotic Automation in Brisbane, Australia. Hoehne joined the robotic applications company in July 2018 as a sales manager of robotic systems and will focus predominantly on the food and beverage industry in the Qld market.  Hoehne has more than 10 years’ international experience across the … Continue reading New Robotic Automation sales manager brings a decade of experience in food industry →

Food and Beverage Industry News is attending iba – an international bakery and confectionery craft fair. The expo, held in mid-September, will bring equipment and food manufacturers, and electronics specialists together in Munich, Germany.  With more than 1300 exhibitors from around the world, the expo will showcase companies offering a variety of products and services.  … Continue reading Food and Beverage Industry News heads to iba food expo in Germany →

Fine Food Australia has come to an end after a week packed with food trend insights and robotics making a name in the industry. After catering to thousands at the Melbourne Convention centre, the four-day event came to a close on the 13th of September. Fine Food Australia event director Minnie Constan said more than … Continue reading Highlights of Fine Food Australia include focus on robotics and health foods →

The Victorian government has helped secure a major international trade event that will boost investment and create jobs. In September 2019, Melbourne will host Global Table – one of the largest food business events in Australia, with more than 5,000 participants. Global Table will involve a series of internationally-focused business events that Australia as a destination … Continue reading Victoria secures an international food trade event that will boost investments →

The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) has joined the Save Food initiative as part of its commitment to the United Nations sustainable development goal and the national food waste strategy in Australia. Save Food is a joint initiative of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations, the United Nations Environment Programme, Messe Düsseldorf, … Continue reading Australian Institute of Packaging joins Save Food initiative to fight food waste →

Making a few changes to marketing campaigns and packaging could help a product succeed in an overseas market, according to Export Connect director Najib Lawand. Lawand spoke to business owners at an export forum during the Fine Food Australia expo in Melbourne in mid-September. Having worked in the food and beverage industry for 20 years, … Continue reading Countries place value on different aspects of food products, export advisor says →

The price of lamb skins has increased to 900ȼ per skin, with more than $377 million exported from Australia last year. Prices increased in January after staying at about 700-750ȼ per skin since June 2017, according to the latest Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) markets report. Of more than $377 million exported raw sheep and … Continue reading Lamb skins exports reach $377 million last year with price increasing →