In partnership with Linfox, the Electric Vehicle (EV) will save more than 65 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year Coles has become the country’s first retailer to welcome an electric prime mover truck to its transportation network. The heavy-duty vehicle now delivers groceries to hundreds of stores across Victoria. In partnership[Read More…]
Sustainability
Western Australia’s avocado exports increase by 400%
In the 2023-24 period, avocado exports from Western Australia reached $36.8 million Western Australian avocados are becoming increasingly popular in the global marketplace, with exports experiencing significant growth over the past year. In the 2023-24 period, avocado exports from Western Australia reached $36.8 million, a remarkable increase of more than[Read More…]
Big Idea Ventures announces six investments through GFIF II
This latest cohort includes groundbreaking startups from around the world focused on innovations ranging from fermentation-enabled fatty acids and protein-based flavours Big Idea Ventures (BIV), a global investment leader within the food-tech, agri-tech, and materials science sectors, announced six new company investments through the Global Food Innovation Fund II (GFIF[Read More…]
Saudi unveils KAUST Centre of Excellence for sustainable food security
The Centre aims to tackle critical food security challenges in arid regions Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA), Abdulrahman Abdulmohsen AlFadley, introduced the KAUST Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Food Security to the world during the 41st Saudi Agriculture trade show. Officially launched by KAUST in September,[Read More…]
Westfalia Fruit Showcases avocado-based paper and packaging innovation
Westfalia developed a proof of concept for paper made from 25-30 per cent avocado waste Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and other fruits, is committed to utilising all parts of the avocado across the supply chain. As an example, they’ve developed a proof of concept for paper[Read More…]
Scientist on mission to improve global water safety makes groundbreaking discovery
This breakthrough could pave the way for safer drinking water and a healthier future A study led by the University of Bristol shedding new light on how arsenic can be made less dangerous to humans has the potential to dramatically improve water and food safety, especially in the Global South.[Read More…]
CCEP invests in climate start-up Pipeline Organics
Pipeline Organics’ technology uses advanced chemistry and manufacturing processes to convert sugar-rich wastewater into a continuous supply of renewable electricity Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has announced an investment in Pipeline Organics, a climate tech startup hoping to revolutionise the generation of clean and renewable energy. Pipeline Organics’ technology uses advanced[Read More…]
Nescafé renews partnership with Foodbank
The partnership aims to provide Australians facing food insecurity with access to Nescafé Blend 43 and with it, the comfort that only a cup of coffee can bring Nescafé announced the renewal of its partnership with Foodbank, Australia’s largest food relief organisation. The partnership aims to provide Australians facing food insecurity with[Read More…]
IFF unveils food and beverage innovations at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024
These innovations highlight IFF’s technical expertise and creativity in helping manufacturers create products with sensory appeal and functional health benefits, while also reducing costs IFF is set to unveil a series of groundbreaking food and beverage innovations at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, from 5-7 Nov., Dubai World Trade Center, Hall 8,[Read More…]
Dubai Municipality launches programme for food safety
The Food Elite Programme is a breakthrough for government recognition in the food sector Dubai Municipality has received over 400 applications for its pioneering Food Elite Programme. This recognition programme is the first government-led initiative to honour food establishments for their innovative approaches to sustainability and social responsibility. Unlike traditional[Read More…]
