By Food Futurist, Tony Hunter
 
 
 
One of the primary principles of futuring is that no-one can predict the future. Continue →

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By Fonterra’s director for Category, Strategy & Innovation, Mark Piper
 
 
 
More plastic is being recycled in Auckland after Fonterra partnered with Auckland Council, Visy and Astron to get new technology installed at a local recycling facility. Continue →

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Alyssa Thomas
Alyssa is one of five recipients of the scholarship for 2020/2021 and will spend the summer researching Greenshell mussel behavioural responses to changing environmental pressures. Continue →

The post QUICK FIRE QUESTIONS – FOSTERING THE FUTURE: A Q+A WITH CAWTHRON INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT, ALYSSA THOMAS appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is helping to fund a project that aims to develop a scientific methodology for training detection dogs to reliably detect American Foulbrood (AFB) in beehives. Continue →

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While many 25-year-olds were mostly concerned with drinking wine, Alice Rule was making it. Continue →

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This summer Kiwis will be reaching for hazy beers, spritely spritzers, lighter wines, and taking a sip and savour approach to spirits and luxe liqueurs predicts the NZ Alcohol Beverages Council (NZABC). Continue →

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To keep up with the growing consumer demand for plant-based milk products, HRS Heat Exchangers has added a new Direct Steam Injection System to its range of pasteurisation and sterilisation systems. Continue →

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By The FoodBowl Chief Executive Alexandra Allan
 
 
We are all born milk drinkers.  Continue →

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DairyNZ chief executive Dr Tim Mackle
Data in the recently released annual New Zealand Dairy Statistics publication shows another record year for New Zealand’s dairy sector. Continue →

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Global packaging company Amcor, which has a number of locations in New Zealand, has launched a recyclable shrink bag for meat and cheese. Continue →

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Local food and beverage retailers could have easier access to export markets thanks to new Kiwi-owned freight consolidation service Jetkrate. Continue →

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BEN PERKINS
Ben has recently been appointed in the role of internal sales support with APC Technology. Continue →

The post JANUARY ADDING SPICE – MOVERS AND SHAKERS appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.

With funding from the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), researchers are studying ways to help bumblebee hives to live longer and be more efficient. Continue →

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The strong demand for New Zealand dairy has seen Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited narrow its 2020/21 forecast Farmgate Milk Price range, and report a solid start to the 2021 financial year. Continue →

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Director of Culinary Innovation and Operations at HelloFresh dietitian Hannah Gilbert
If you’re feeling guilty about those leftovers you tossed in the bin last night, it turns out you’re not alone. Continue →

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This year Santa Claus will be helping Countdown to raise $100,000 for families in need this festive season and he’s asking for your help. Continue →

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Stale cakes and breads could be a thing of the past in Japan, thanks to a new enzyme launched by Dupont Nutrition and Biosciences. Continue →

The post KEEPING IT FRESH: NEW ENZYME HELPS BAKED GOODS STAY SOFT appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.

Plantain
DairyNZ has been leading a promising plantain trial in the lower North Island, and now Fonterra and Nestlé have joined the team to help improve waterways and reduce on-farm greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Continue →

The post TACKLING NITROGEN LEACHING appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.

Regional director of Universal Robots Asia-Pacific, James McKew
Universal Robots has delivered its 50,000th unit to a German company, remaining at the forefront of the fastest growing segment of industrial automation. Continue →

The post COBOT MARKET LEADER CELEBRATES MILESTONE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.

Parenting just got a little easier for eligible employees at Frucor Suntory with the introduction of 13 weeks of equal paid parental leave (PPL) on top of their statutory parental leave entitlements. Continue →

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Blueberries New Zealand chairperson Dan Peach
Kiwis were keen to satisfy their blueberry cravings last season with new grocery statistics showing we ate an additional one million punnets. Continue →

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By Professor Richard Newcomb, chief scientist at Plant & Food Research
 
 
To succeed in the market, new food products are targeted to consumer needs and wants. Continue →

The post IN THE LAB – THE CHANGING FACE OF CONSUMER CHOICES appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.

Innocent Packaging has used their latest project to support mental health charity I Am Hope. Continue →

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By Fonterra’s director for Category, Strategy & Innovation, Mark Piper
 
 
 
There’s more to innovation than simply looking towards a new technological invention or product development to keep up with the fast-changing business environment – people and culture also play a crucial role.  Continue →

The post FRESH OFF THE FARM – RETHINKING INNOVATION THROUGH A PEOPLE FOCUSSED LENS appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.

In the spirit of true Kiwi ingenuity, two New Zealand exporters have developed a world-first – a shelf-stable collagen artesian water blend. Continue →

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Fonterra-owned Anchor Dairy has partnered with the New Zealand Food Network for its annual Christmas appeal. Continue →

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To help Kiwis share a taste of New Zealand with friends and family in the US this Christmas, Silver Fern Farms has launched a new US website. Continue →

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Scientists at Plant & Food Research have been awarded at the Science New Zealand 2020 National Awards, held at Parliament in Wellington last night. Continue →

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Entries have opened for Kiwi cheesemakers to enter their creations in the NZ Champions of Cheese Awards 2021. Continue →

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Cardboard bread tags have landed on South Australian grocery shelves.
In a country first, Tip Top has introduced tags that are 100% recyclable cardboard, made from recycled material. Continue →

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