Brawijaya University Prof Develops Early Harvest, High-yield Corn Seeds
MALANG, E. JAVA, Indonesia – An expert from the Faculty of Agriculture of Brawijaya University, Prof Arifin, has developed hybrid corn seeds for animal feed that have a higher yield and faster harvest cycle. “If the average corn productivity is only 9 tons per hectare, using Brawijaya Nusa corn seeds could […]
Palazzo di Varignana Introduces “September in the Vineyard”: A Celebration of Wine, Gastronomy & Nature
Palazzo di Varignana’s month-long “September in the Vineyard” experience offers exclusive events such as tastings, tours and the Cantina in Festa harvest The month-long event connects wine, food and wellness through a new curated restaurant menu, bio-walks and Sangiovese-infused facial treatments Newly released Villa Amagioia Blanc de Blancs Metodo […]
Sustainability innovator Food Recycle’s tech validated by CSIRO Jade Perch and aquaponics trial
CSIRO Agriculture and Food Business Researcher, Dr Ha Truong (right) conducted a series of trials with Food Recycle (CEO Norm Boyle pictured left) to determine the viability of a food waste diet for Jade Perch, with fish waste nutrients then being recycled for aquaponics to grow leafy greens A […]
New plant for Fonterra’s Edendale site, creating 70 new jobs
Fonterra is set to invest $150 million to build a new UHT cream plant at its Edendale site in Southland to meet growing demand through its Foodservice business. Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell shared the news while in Malaysia today on a senior New Zealand business delegation with the Prime Minister. […]
Australia’s best dry gin is made in New Zealand
Bluff Gin receives highest accolade in the Australian Gin Awards. New Zealand’s newest gin maker, Bluff Distillery is riding high off the back of winning the trophy for ‘Best in Class Classic Dry Gin’ at the Australian Gin Awards 2024. Revealed in Sydney, the southern-most contender swept up the category […]
The top four most valuable brands in the wine and champagne sector are all owned by LVMH
Moët & Chandon is the most valuable wine & champagne brand, valued at $1.4 billion Changyu’s brand strength falls despite top scores for familiarity and consideration in China LVMH owns all of the top four most valuable wine and champagne brands in 2024, according to a new report from Brand […]
When Garden Meets Grapes: Elevating Vegetable Dishes with Perfect Wine Pairings
Melding the varied flavors of vegetable-focused cuisine with the nuanced profiles of fine—and even budget—wines can transform a simple meal into an extraordinary dining experience. From the earthy undertones of roasted vegetables to the vibrant zest of fresh herbs, each vegetable dish holds a unique flavor profile that, when paired […]
SA’s first commercial agave crop planted at Willunga
Plant-based technology company Vircura, working in conjunction with The Madgett’s Block, has planted the first commercial agave crop in South Australia, growing the hardy plants to primarily produce agave spirit. The site will grow 1200 agave tequilana plants, also known as blue agave which is the key ingredientin tequila, and […]
CSIRO serves up innovation initiative for food industry SMEs
Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has opened its Innovate to Grow program to small to medium enterprises (SMEs) hoping to advance their innovative ideas in food innovation and technology. Led by experienced researchers, the program will help participants examine technical and business challenges, explore research and development (R&D) opportunities, and develop […]
Food Recycle seeks $3m capital raise for commercialisation of food waste to animal feed technology
Food Recycle CEO Norm Boyle (pictured) co-founded the company with his son Nathan Boyle to tackle the global problem of food waste. Food Recycle has patented and patent pending technology to convert any commercial food waste into high-performance animal feeds for industries including poultry, pigs, and aquaculture. Australian company, Food […]
Kiwis prepared to consider genetic technologies in food production
New Zealanders are cautiously open to the use of genetic technologies in the country’s food production systems, according to new research. More than a third of respondents (34%) to the survey by Primary Purpose were supportive of genetic technologies in food production and 34% were unsure. Less than a third […]
Canterbury young plant producer named the best in NZ!
Anna England from Elliot’s Wholesale Nursery in Amberley has been named as the 2024 Young Plant Producer of the Year. This prestigious award, presented at the awards dinner in Christchurch last night, celebrates Anna’s dedication and innovation in the plant production industry. The Young Plant Producer event competitors on the […]
Fortifi launches as global food processing automation platform
Acquisition of MHM Automation expands solutions offering and global footprint Fortifi Food Processing Solutions is a unified platform of global leading brands and products within food processing equipment and automation solutions. Operating in more than 15 countries spanning five continents, Fortifi provides a broad range of solutions across the food industry including applications in protein, dairy, and fruits and vegetables. Fortifi’s technologies enhance productivity, maximize yield, and improve worker safety for customers around the world. “Fortifi’s strategy is centered around a relentless focus on innovation, unparalleled customer service, and expansion through continuous improvement and complementary acquisitions of other leading brands and capabilities,” said CEO Massimo Bizzi. “As a strategic partner to our customers, we strive to offer a full portfolio of solutions across the food processing value chain.” The closing of the acquisition of MHM Automation (“MHM”), a New Zealand-based provider of post-harvest processing, protein processing, and packaging solutions, further strengthens Fortifi’s capabilities with innovative, reliable systems and equipment that improve safety, optimize product quality, and extend our automation and robotics capabilities. Fortifi has also signed definitive agreements to acquire LIMA France (“LIMA”), a France-based supplier of meat-bone separators, deboners and grinders-desinewers, and Reich Thermoprozesstechnik GmbH (“Reich”), the oldest Germany-based manufacturer of thermoprocessing food systems, both of which are expected to join Fortifi in the first half of 2024 subject to customary regulatory approvals. The formation of Fortifi began in 2021 when investment funds affiliated with KKR, a leading global investment firm, acquired Bettcher Industries, a leading provider of innovative protein processing tools. The following year, Bettcher acquired Frontmatec, a global supplier of automated pork and beef processing equipment, forming an end-to-end provider of protein processing solutions. MHM adds capabilities across new food processing segments and applications, including dairy and fruits and vegetables, and further expands Fortifi’s global reach by […]
