Olive industry boosted by government-funded R&D

The Australian Olive Association is predicting a 30% to 40% increase in olive oil production in 2009.

What a water-full world

In the crowded and rather lucrative bottled water market, standing out on supermarket shelves takes effort and ingenuity.

Making ginger allergy free

Buderim Ginger has been awarded $245,100 to create an allergy free ginger product, Queensland’s Industry Minister, Desley Boyle, announced this week.

Frozen in time

Cuddon Freeze Dry are celebrating 70 years in business this year. Having commenced as general engineers specialising in manufacturing, irrigation and refrigeration, the company has grown into a leading player in the field of vacuum freeze drying equipment.

Dairy scandal creates opportunities

Sinogie Consulting, a research and consulting company with offices in Hong Kong and Shanghai, has conducted a survey to establish how the Chinese milk contamination scandal is likely to affect those involved in the FMCG sector.

Innovation in Australia - changes affront

The FMCG industry is innovating at a rapid pace, with new products and processes regularly being developed, as Australian business tries its best to remain internationally competitive.

China's dairy industry turmoil

Blame it on western demand for cheap food or lack of domestic controls in place, but the current milk crisis has led to the public scrutiny on food products as never before.

Dairy industry’s rising star

A relative newcomer in the dairy industry and a veteran scientist have been linked through an award promoting excellence in food technology.

It pays to climb the career ladder

One-time cleaner works his way up career ladder to win Dairy Australia award.

Milking export markets threatens dairy giant