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Solving the static charge dilemma for less clumpy shakes. A scientific discovery showing control of static charge left on surfaces could one day help to stop the clumping of powders such as protein powders and coffee. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/ir3y8WE #foodmanufacturing
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AFGC welcomes Domestic Gas Reservation Bill. Food and grocery sector welcomes domestic gas reservation legislation as critical step for Australian manufacturing. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/uA7Y7Kh #foodmanufacturing
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Industries transitioning away from gas, A2EP report released. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/bZXuwKw #foodmanufacturing
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ACCC alleges anti-competitive conduct by Australian egg producer. The ACCC has initiated civil action over its allegations that Australian egg producers have engaged in cartel and other anti-competitive conduct. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/gS2Ckj7 #foodmanufacturing
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Fat recovery method for industrial ice-cream waste. Penn State researchers have developed a simple method that could help with the recovery and reuse of fat from ice cream manufacturing waste. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/cRm2yIY #foodmanufacturing
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Blue-light approach to reducing Campylobacter in poultry. The novel technique developed in the UK to reduce surface contamination on poultry products is showing promise for potential applications in processing plants. buff.ly/HxFM9Z7 Read more: 馃憞馃憞 #foodmanufacturing
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Flavour-first technology for fruit development. A new flavour wheel tool developed by Queensland researchers will allow consumer taste preferences to guide the development of new fruit varieties. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/Spty4sH #foodmanufacturing
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$109m funding for South Australia's wine industry. The SA Government has announced $109 million in funding to help the state's $2.4bn wine industry transition through challenging times. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/Qpvo1I4 #foodmanufacturing
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Facing the manufacturing workforce challenges of the future. Skills shortages persist as manufacturing workforce demand is expected to grow over 12% by 2035, according to the National Manufacturing Workforce Plan 2026. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/jGzrAOX #foodmanufacturing
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Unlocking the potential of 95,000 tonnes of salty whey. A company that has helped design food systems in space is now applying that thinking to its work with scientists turning dairy waste from cheese production into fuel. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/FaEB6KR
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Advances in the kokumi 'taste sensation' for food. Kokumi is a sensory concept, distinct from the five basic tastes, that has drawn attention lately due its ability to expand the flavour complexity of foods. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/vnl2Ryo #foodmanufacturing
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Turning apple by-products into food packaging of the future. A food technology student project at Massey University is exploring how food processing by-products can be transformed into sustainable packaging materials. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/4AYdZwm #foodmanufacturing
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Brewing industry solutions on show by Krones at BrauBeviale 2026. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/6iJdoos #foodmanufacturing
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Massey University expands its youth program across food and fibre sector. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/cXrR10w #foodmanufacturing
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AIP and Informa Markets expand their partnership across Asia. The Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP) is expanding its educational support to even more Informa shows Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/IYmBxPK #foodmanufacturing
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Charting a path forward for a microbial food industry. Shifting the focus from technologies to predictable regulation strategies is critical for a successful microbial food industry, according to KAIST researchers. Read more: 馃憞馃憞 buff.ly/7kPb4pd #foodmanufacturing
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