The research team also used light and curcumin, a compound extracted from turmeric, to deactivate fungal spores on food, in particular strawberries University of Queensland studies have used natural tree sap gum and light to extend the shelf life of fresh fruit and vegetables to combat food waste. The Queensland[Read More…]
Sustainability
Sirio launches global research institute for longevity studies
The Institute aims to advance anti-ageing science and accelerate the development and commercialisation of innovative nutraceutical products to promote healthy longevity SIRIO Pharma (SIRIO) the global nutraceutical contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) – announces the launch of the Sirio Institute for Anti-Ageing (SIA) at the 2025 Boao Health Food Science Conference and Expo.[Read More…]
University Tasmania launches Inveresk Food Hub
The Food Hub Initiative is part of a broader Food Security Program designed to address food insecurity, provide essential food relief, and support student well-being Tasmanian University Student Association (TUSA) partnered with the University to announce the launch of the Inveresk Food Hub in Launceston, the next step in expanding[Read More…]
Ever After Foods and Bühler partnership scaling cultivated meat
Eyal Rosenthal, CEO of Ever After Foods In recent years, the cultivated meat industry has made significant progress in revolutionising protein production. A crucial development in this evolution is the collaboration between Ever After Foods and Bühler, which focuses on addressing the major challenges of scaling cultivated meat production. By[Read More…]
Ferrero celebrates 50 years in Australia
This journey is reflected in the company’s performance, which has almost doubled, with 91 per cent growth in ten years Ferrero celebrates 50 years of delighting Australians with its iconic brands. From its beginning as a small pastry shop in Italy, Ferrero makes many of Australia’s most-loved sweet treats, including[Read More…]
Satisfying cravings, supporting wellness, Arla Foods Ingredients’ innovative dessert solutions
Ignacio Estevez, Application Manager for South America at Arla Foods Ingredients Arla Foods Ingredients is transforming the South American dessert market with its innovative high-protein dessert toolbox. As health-conscious consumers increasingly seek indulgent yet nutritious options, this initiative aims to bridge the gap between taste and wellness. By offering solutions[Read More…]
Nestlé Spain invests €15Mn in two sustainable packaging lines in Girona
Nestlé is also building a new high-throughput line for Nescafé sachets, which will allow the product to be packaged in recyclable mono-material To continue promoting the production of products with recyclable packaging, Nestlé Spain has decided to invest around 15 million euros in its Nescafé instant coffee and Nescafé Dolce Gusto capsules factory located in[Read More…]
Global food sector unites to transform gender balance with Charter launch
The Food Business Charter, developed by Meat Business Women in collaboration with founding signatories from 20 leading businesses across food manufacturing, retail and foodservice supply chain Industry leaders gathered at the House of Lords to launch the Food Business Charter with the ambition to reach 40 per cent female representation[Read More…]
How Significant is Indo-Emirate Partnership for Food Security & Agriculture?
The ambitious India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) unveiled at the G20 meeting The food processing sector in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is thriving, driven by robust economic growth and elevated domestic consumption levels. The UAE hosts 568 primarily small and medium-sized food and beverage manufacturers, comprising more than 2,000[Read More…]
Costa launches berry operation in Laos
Over the next five years, this investment will be a significant commitment by Costa to establishing a commercial and at-scale blueberry farming footprint in Laos Costa Group CEO Marc Werner was joined by a number of local dignitaries to officially launch Costa’s new investment in establishing an initial 17 hectares[Read More…]