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Rockit Global is expanding thanks to the helping hands of world-leading robotic technology. Continue →

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Soft Plastics Scheme launch at the Warehouse, Hastings, New Zealand, 12 July 2021. Continue →

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New Zealand grass-fed red meat company, Silver Fern Farms, has committed to several bold initiatives to move towards its goal of becoming more sustainable. Continue →

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 By The FoodBowl chief executive Alexandra Allan 
 
 
 
This will be Alexandra’s last column for HotSource. Continue →

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By Food Futurist, Tony Hunter
 
 
 
Plant-based proteins are well established and we’re hearing increasingly more about cell-based proteins. Continue →

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By Natalie Martin, 3R materials innovation manager 
 
 
The desire for more sustainable packaging is greater than ever in New Zealand, but if we are going to reach this goal we have to take a holistic approach. Continue →

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By Professor Richard Newcomb, chief scientist at Plant & Food Research
 
 
As global consumers continue to seek diverse protein offerings, developing innovative plant-based foods will support the future of Aotearoa New Zealand’s economy. Continue →

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While meat ingredients used for pet food need to achieve the necessary quality and hygiene standards, the fact remains that for many processors, the meat products used in the production of pet food have come from the waste and co-product streams of meat processing for human consumption. Continue →

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Judging for the 2021 New Zealand Food Awards is underway with some of the industry’s biggest names bringing technical, culinary, scientific, and commercial expertise to the judging panel. Continue →

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It’s not always only about what’s inside the wine bottle – sometimes it’s about the label. Continue →

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For Bethany Glenn, being able to try to ensure that Foodstuffs makes decisions that positively impact communities across the country, is an enormous privilege. Continue →

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Choosing to reuse just got a little easier as Foodstuffs begins the process of removing single-use plastic produce bags from its 330 stores across the country in time for Plastic Free July. Continue →

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Local bakeries can level up their packaging and keep their carefully crafted goods fresher for longer with the latest packaging technology advice from Contour International. Continue →

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The past year has had a varied impact on consumer demand and trends, especially in the baking industry, and one company has been on the front line. Continue →

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New Zealand’s first-ever commercial pineapple crop is almost ready to harvest in Northland. Continue →

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Heat and Control founder Andrew (Andy) Caridis celebrated his 100th birthday on June 1, 2021. Continue →

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Preparations for the 2021 International Brewing and Cider Awards – sometimes referred to as the ‘Oscars for the brewing industry’ – are underway with more than 30 companies confirming sponsorship. Continue →

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By Professor Richard Newcomb, chief scientist at Plant & Food Research
 
 
 
The word natural is often used alongside food products, appealing to consumers wanting ‘clean labelling’ in the form of fewer, simple-sounding ingredients. Continue →

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By Fonterra’s director for Category, Strategy & Innovation, Mark Piper
 
 
 
Hot on the heels of World Milk Day, we did some Googling to find out what people want to know about milk. Continue →

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By The FoodBowl chief executive Alexandra Allan
 
 
 
 
The Industry Transformation Plan (ITP) aims to help lift the productivity, sustainability, and inclusivity of the food and beverage sector. Continue →

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By food futurist, Tony Hunter
 
 
The 2013 tasting of the first cultivated meat hamburger ushered in the start of the race to commercialise this new technology. Continue →

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By Natalie Martin, 3R materials innovation manager 
 
 
 
 
Those looking to improve the sustainability of their packaging may be considering compostable alternatives, but beware, it’s a complex issue. Continue →

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When you source flavourings from Formula Foods, you’re not just getting top-quality ingredients and efficient service, you’re getting a taste of success. Continue →

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As a keen foodie, it was clear that Alcoli Cao would end up working with food somehow. Continue →

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Integration between product inspection data and a cloud-based platform could provide food manufacturers with more transparency throughout the food-supply chain thanks to a new partnership between Mettler Toledo Product Inspection and EVRYTHING. Continue →

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Younger consumers are open to incorporating cultivated meat into their diets a study has revealed. Continue →

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Along with expensive house prices and overpriced coffee, Auckland has now been named the most expensive place in New Zealand to buy a pint of beer as well. Continue →

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The Arnott’s Group has acquired New Zealand business 180degrees indicating a move into the premium cracker category. Continue →

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New Zealand’s top food producers have been recognised with a record of 223 medals granted in the fifth annual 2021 Outstanding NZ Food Producer Awards. Continue →

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