The Rise Of The Millennial
If your Millennial offspring have stayed living at home pleading poverty, yet waste what ‘little’ they have on copious takeaway flat whites and smashed avocado, are you forgiven for being miffed? Continue →
The post The Rise Of The Millennial appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Not Meat But Kiwi-Made
New Zealand is well positioned to lead the world in the meat substitute niche…and farmers should not fear the consumer-driven trend, but embrace it for full capitalisation. Continue →
The post Not Meat But Kiwi-Made appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Pop A Robot
Imagine a world where you can eat a robot that will heal you or provide essential nutrients. Continue →
The post Pop A Robot appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Vanilla Support For Tonga
Donations from New Zealand companies are flowing into vanilla brand Heilala Vanilla to assist with aid to ‘Eua following the devastation of Cyclone Gita in Tonga. Continue →
The post Vanilla Support For Tonga appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Hoki Happiness
When NIWA fisheries scientist Dr Richard O’Driscoll went to sea earlier this year, he and his team measured so many fish that laid end to end, they would have stretched for 31km. Continue →
The post Hoki Happiness appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
‘BEER’UUTIFUL
You may have seen Kiwi celebrities on the telly encouraging consumers to take a closer look at what is in their beers – courtesy of a new initiative from the Brewers Association of New Zealand. Continue →
The post ‘BEER’UUTIFUL appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
International packaging community and Anuga FoodTec intensify fight against food waste
NVC (founded in 1953) is the association of companies addressing the activity of packaging throughout the supply chain of packaged products. Continue →
The post International packaging community and Anuga FoodTec intensify fight against food waste appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
SURPRISE UPSET
In one of the biggest upsets in wine competition, New Zealand winemaker Andy Anderson has beaten entries from the best in the world at London’s prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) to take out two trophies. Continue →
The post SURPRISE UPSET appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
ISABEL ESTATE YINEYARD MARLBOROUGH
Air New Zealand crew with chief operating officer Bruce Parton (left) and Isabel Estate Chief Winemaker Jeremy McKenzie (right) at the awards ceremony
Chief winemaker at Isabel Estate Jeremy McKenzie is thrilled…not just for his Marlborough Chardonnay 2016 winning champion wine of show at the latest Air New Zealand Wine Awards, but for his small and dedicated team who were instrumental in its success. Continue →
The post ISABEL ESTATE YINEYARD MARLBOROUGH appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
WIMPEX – PACKING FOR SUCCESS
When it comes to powdered food blending and packing in Aotearoa, Christchurch-based Wimpex Ltd is a specialist one-stop-shop for sachets, stick packs, pouch packs, cans, canisters and various options of flexible and rigid packaging. Continue →
The post WIMPEX – PACKING FOR SUCCESS appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Submissions Open for ANZ 2018 PIDA Awards
Entries are now open for the 2018 Packaging & Processing Innovation & Design Awards (PIDA) which are designed to recognise companies and individuals who are making a significant difference in their field in Australia and New Zealand. Continue →
The post Submissions Open for ANZ 2018 PIDA Awards appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
INDUSTRIAL FLOORING MARKET TO INCREASE BY US$10b
If you’re into flooring, this statistic may not surprise you. Last year, around 873 million square metres of industrial floorings were sold in the world, raking in US$7.19 billion in revenues. Continue →
The post INDUSTRIAL FLOORING MARKET TO INCREASE BY US$10b appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Cornish Kern from the UK named World Champion Cheese 2017
Cornish Kern, an alpine-style cheese made by the UK’s Lynher Dairies Cheese Company, has been crowned World Champion Cheese at the 30th annual World Cheese Awards, after just a few years in development. Continue →
The post Cornish Kern from the UK named World Champion Cheese 2017 appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
GERMAN GIANT LEADS THE WAY
Gelatine, collagen and collagen peptides are natural ingredients, and that is why pure natural products manufacturer GELITA AG attaches great importance to the responsible use of natural resources. Continue →
The post GERMAN GIANT LEADS THE WAY appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
AN EVERYDAY HERO
Giesen Wines co-founders Theo and Janet Giesen are proud of their son Isaac…and with just cause. Continue →
The post AN EVERYDAY HERO appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
TRANS-TASMAN
An Australian red and a New Zealand white have been crowned winners in New Zealand Wine Society’s Wine of the Year Awards. Continue →
The post TRANS-TASMAN appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
DOSIC – THE COMPACT STAINLESS-STEEL FLOW SENSOR FROM SICK
The new non-contact DOSIC ultrasonic flow sensor is used to detect the flow volume of conductive and non-conductive liquids, and the rugged and compact model combined with a hygienic design ensures highly reliable measurement results. Continue →
The post DOSIC – THE COMPACT STAINLESS-STEEL FLOW SENSOR FROM SICK appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
THIRD TIME LUCKY
Hamilton café barista Dove Chen has clinched the gold medal of his profession this year, after coming 8th in 2015 and third last year in the Meadow Fresh New Zealand Barista Championship. Continue →
The post THIRD TIME LUCKY appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
NEW PRODUCT FOR MILK CRATE PACKING
In an effort to save on costs and increase production, an Australian dairy producer contacted HMPS to design and manufacture a new ‘pick and place’ crate packer to accommodate its changing business needs. Continue →
The post NEW PRODUCT FOR MILK CRATE PACKING appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
PORT AND PAPER COMBINE
Oji Fibre Solutions and Port of Tauranga have jointly opened a new container warehouse that will provide world-class facilities for paper and timber products including food-product paper bags. Continue →
The post PORT AND PAPER COMBINE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
BAXTER LABORATORIES
The first customer to take advantage of ADDE’s innovative ZFP solution is Baxter Laboratories, a Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) licensed manufacturer based in Victoria. Continue →
The post BAXTER LABORATORIES appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
COFFEE OF THE FUTURE
A whole-green coffee powder produced by a German functional ingredients developer offers drinkers better mental focus, stablised blood glucose levels and less hunger pangs, the company says. Continue →
The post COFFEE OF THE FUTURE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Spray Technology Solutions from Spraying Systems
Spray technology can be used in almost every industry imaginable. Using the correct spray nozzles, automated systems and spray products for your applications is crucial for your operations to run efficiently. Continue →
The post Spray Technology Solutions from Spraying Systems appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
WHAT FOOD FACTORY MANAGERS TOSS AND TURN OVER
A new British survey has found that food factory managers keep themselves awake at night worrying about five scenarios…
Safety standards being compromised to meet production targets, food fraud, third-party hygiene audits, allergy management and emerging risks. Continue →
The post WHAT FOOD FACTORY MANAGERS TOSS AND TURN OVER appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
GERMAN/KIWI COLLABORATION
Mix Canterbury’s world-renowned artisan water, New Zealand’s finest ingredients and tonnes of love and attention, and it’s no wonder that Kaiser Brothers Brewery is celebrating a year of operation and releasing its 100th brew at the same time. Continue →
The post GERMAN/KIWI COLLABORATION appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
CHOCOLATE TREAT A HIT
Cadbury New Zealand’s temporary relaunch of Caramilk – first available in 1994 – has been an unprecedented success here and in Australia for the company, with desperate Aussie Caramilk lovers paying upwards of $NZ42.50 for one $NZ3 block on Ebay. Continue →
The post CHOCOLATE TREAT A HIT appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
VANILLA SUPPLIES SHORT IN NEW ZEALAND
We may not have heard much about Cyclone Enawo in New Zealand, but the influence of the severe weather system that struck Madagascar earlier this year has certainly had a profound impact on the vanilla industry and those wanting to buy it here. Continue →
The post VANILLA SUPPLIES SHORT IN NEW ZEALAND appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
AG-TECH CELEBRATING AT INVESTMENT
Lincoln University is celebrating news that $85 million will be spent on its new state-of-the-art campus, to be shared by AgResearch. Continue →
The post AG-TECH CELEBRATING AT INVESTMENT appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
BIG WIN FOR SILENI WINE
A wine competition that re-judges gold medal-winning wines together in two price categories with the top wine awarded a Platinum medal for ‘Best in Category’ has given the nod to a New Zealand winery from Hawke’s Bay. Continue →
The post BIG WIN FOR SILENI WINE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
THE FOOD ROBOTIC REVOLUTION
Founder and chief executive of Cafe X Technologies Henry Hu (San Francisco) answers questions on robotics in the food industry and predicts what the future might hold
Q: What will the workforce look like 20 years from now? Continue →
The post THE FOOD ROBOTIC REVOLUTION appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
COFFEE CUP CONUNDRUM
Around 295 million hot and cold cups are used annually in New Zealand, with more than 90% of coffee cup brands either manufactured or sold by The Packaging Forum members, the organisation has been told from findings of a detailed survey. Continue →
The post COFFEE CUP CONUNDRUM appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
CLICK&DRY – THE ULTIMATE FOR SPRAY DRY NOZZLES
One of the most critical parts of high pressure spray dryers is the spray dry nozzle system. Continue →
The post CLICK&DRY – THE ULTIMATE FOR SPRAY DRY NOZZLES appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
ARE YOU FOLLOWING THE NEW REGULATIONS?
The new Food Act means changes for your business. Eurotec, the New Zealand distributors of Testo Instrumentation, has seen a rush of new business from the hospitality and food industries wanting to benefit from Testo’s range of sophisticated, easy-to-use food safety technology and instruments that are efficient, time-saving and help businesses comply with the new Act.
Continue →
The post ARE YOU FOLLOWING THE NEW REGULATIONS? appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
DRINKING DILEMMA
Leading travel recovery drink company 1Above says a recent survey of New Zealanders has highlighted worrying drinking trends in non-alcoholic drink consumption. Continue →
The post DRINKING DILEMMA appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
AWARDS HEAD TO THE BAY
Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand’s second largest wine region, will play host to the 31st Air New Zealand Wine Awards this November
The annual awards dinner will be held on November 25 at the Pettigrew Green Arena in Taradale, and will be attended by New Zealand’s top winemakers and industry figures to celebrate the country’s best wines. Continue →
The post AWARDS HEAD TO THE BAY appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
FONTERRA MAKES SPLASH AT CHINA’S LARGEST FOOD INGREDIENTS SHOW
Fonterra’s NZMP dairy ingredients business has made a splash at China’s largest food ingredients trade show in Shanghai, launching three dairy ingredients and bringing New Zealand’s dairy story to life for customers through a 360° immersive virtual reality experience. Continue →
The post FONTERRA MAKES SPLASH AT CHINA’S LARGEST FOOD INGREDIENTS SHOW appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
SPOTLIGHT ON CHINESE POULTRY
Walmart has awarded $US2.3m to the University of Arkansas to fund projects involved the poultry industry in China. Continue →
The post SPOTLIGHT ON CHINESE POULTRY appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
CUTTING-EDGE WEIGHER SOLVES SALAD PROCESSOR’S WOES
Southern Fresh automate their fresh produce packaging plant with Paxiom Systems from Wedderburn NZ. Continue →
The post CUTTING-EDGE WEIGHER SOLVES SALAD PROCESSOR’S WOES appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
SHEEP AND BEEF SUCCESS
Beef + Lamb New Zealand and the Meat Industry Association have welcomed the successful completion of joint scoping discussions towards an EU – NZ Free Trade Agreement (FTA) announced by the Government. Continue →
The post SHEEP AND BEEF SUCCESS appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
DON’T BLAME THE MOON FOR BAD WINE
A New Zealand researcher has put paid to claims that wine tastes different throughout the lunar cycle, saying the controversial philosophy is no more valid than a range of other reasons why people think wine changes its taste on various days. Continue →
The post DON’T BLAME THE MOON FOR BAD WINE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Enhance Food Safety Operations with Spraying Systems NZ
One of the most critical aspects of a food processing plant is the food safety practices that have been put in place. Continue →
The post Enhance Food Safety Operations with Spraying Systems NZ appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
CELLAR DOOR SERVICE
A new training assessment designed to recognise and reward high standards of customer service at New Zealand’s vineyard cellar doors will be welcomed by wineries around the country. Continue →
The post CELLAR DOOR SERVICE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
KIWI TASTE IN UAE
The United Arab Emirates has been treated to a thorough taste of New Zealand, after more than 10 Kiwi companies showed off their wares at a five-day food show in Dubai. Continue →
The post KIWI TASTE IN UAE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
GLUTEN-FREE BOOST
A new multi-million-dollar Nestlé facility opened at the company’s Cambria Park factory in South Auckland will both expand the availability of gluten-free products in New Zealand and create new export opportunities for Maggi and Docello food service brands. Continue →
The post GLUTEN-FREE BOOST appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
MEET APRIL …the World’s Most Famous Robotic Chef
For manufacturers, smart robotic food production lines will simplify the way food is manufactured, offering flexible consistency. Continue →
The post MEET APRIL …the World’s Most Famous Robotic Chef appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
FARMERS ASK GREENPEACE TO STOP
DairyNZ is pleading with Greenpeace to quit the attacks on dairying and stop scare-mongering the New Zealand public with tales of the industry being the single polluter of rivers and drinking water. Continue →
The post FARMERS ASK GREENPEACE TO STOP appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
DIET CAN TREAT DEPRESSION
A healthy diet including lean meats significantly improves depression and anxiety symptoms, a breakthrough study has found after a 12-week randomised controlled trial looking at the effects of a healthy diet in the treatment of the disorders. Continue →
The post DIET CAN TREAT DEPRESSION appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
NEW FRONTIER IN FOOD PRODUCTION PROMISING
A team of world class science and engineering minds are deciding whether open ocean shellfish farming in Nelson is a viable option, with any successful project promising to significantly increase New Zealand’s shellfish production and exports by up to $300 million a year. Continue →
The post NEW FRONTIER IN FOOD PRODUCTION PROMISING appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
PINEAPPLE WASTE-TO-ENERGY PROJECT LEADS WORLD
Environmentally advanced technologies available in Australasia are helping transform effluent from crops from an environmental liability into a profit centre. Continue →
The post PINEAPPLE WASTE-TO-ENERGY PROJECT LEADS WORLD appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
SEXY SIX-PACK
A selection of Canterbury’s best beer breweries have partnered with Nostalgia Festival to create a limited edition mixed-can six-pack that will be sold across New Zealand. Continue →
The post SEXY SIX-PACK appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
The Rise Of The Millennial
If your Millennial offspring have stayed living at home pleading poverty, yet waste what ‘little’ they have on copious takeaway flat whites and smashed avocado, are you forgiven for being miffed? Continue →
The post The Rise Of The Millennial appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Not Meat But Kiwi-Made
New Zealand is well positioned to lead the world in the meat substitute niche…and farmers should not fear the consumer-driven trend, but embrace it for full capitalisation. Continue →
The post Not Meat But Kiwi-Made appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Pop A Robot
Imagine a world where you can eat a robot that will heal you or provide essential nutrients. Continue →
The post Pop A Robot appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Vanilla Support For Tonga
Donations from New Zealand companies are flowing into vanilla brand Heilala Vanilla to assist with aid to ‘Eua following the devastation of Cyclone Gita in Tonga. Continue →
The post Vanilla Support For Tonga appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Hoki Happiness
When NIWA fisheries scientist Dr Richard O’Driscoll went to sea earlier this year, he and his team measured so many fish that laid end to end, they would have stretched for 31km. Continue →
The post Hoki Happiness appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
‘BEER’UUTIFUL
You may have seen Kiwi celebrities on the telly encouraging consumers to take a closer look at what is in their beers – courtesy of a new initiative from the Brewers Association of New Zealand. Continue →
The post ‘BEER’UUTIFUL appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
International packaging community and Anuga FoodTec intensify fight against food waste
NVC (founded in 1953) is the association of companies addressing the activity of packaging throughout the supply chain of packaged products. Continue →
The post International packaging community and Anuga FoodTec intensify fight against food waste appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
SURPRISE UPSET
In one of the biggest upsets in wine competition, New Zealand winemaker Andy Anderson has beaten entries from the best in the world at London’s prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) to take out two trophies. Continue →
The post SURPRISE UPSET appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
ISABEL ESTATE YINEYARD MARLBOROUGH
Air New Zealand crew with chief operating officer Bruce Parton (left) and Isabel Estate Chief Winemaker Jeremy McKenzie (right) at the awards ceremony
Chief winemaker at Isabel Estate Jeremy McKenzie is thrilled…not just for his Marlborough Chardonnay 2016 winning champion wine of show at the latest Air New Zealand Wine Awards, but for his small and dedicated team who were instrumental in its success. Continue →
The post ISABEL ESTATE YINEYARD MARLBOROUGH appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
WIMPEX – PACKING FOR SUCCESS
When it comes to powdered food blending and packing in Aotearoa, Christchurch-based Wimpex Ltd is a specialist one-stop-shop for sachets, stick packs, pouch packs, cans, canisters and various options of flexible and rigid packaging. Continue →
The post WIMPEX – PACKING FOR SUCCESS appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Submissions Open for ANZ 2018 PIDA Awards
Entries are now open for the 2018 Packaging & Processing Innovation & Design Awards (PIDA) which are designed to recognise companies and individuals who are making a significant difference in their field in Australia and New Zealand. Continue →
The post Submissions Open for ANZ 2018 PIDA Awards appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
INDUSTRIAL FLOORING MARKET TO INCREASE BY US$10b
If you’re into flooring, this statistic may not surprise you. Last year, around 873 million square metres of industrial floorings were sold in the world, raking in US$7.19 billion in revenues. Continue →
The post INDUSTRIAL FLOORING MARKET TO INCREASE BY US$10b appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Cornish Kern from the UK named World Champion Cheese 2017
Cornish Kern, an alpine-style cheese made by the UK’s Lynher Dairies Cheese Company, has been crowned World Champion Cheese at the 30th annual World Cheese Awards, after just a few years in development. Continue →
The post Cornish Kern from the UK named World Champion Cheese 2017 appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
GERMAN GIANT LEADS THE WAY
Gelatine, collagen and collagen peptides are natural ingredients, and that is why pure natural products manufacturer GELITA AG attaches great importance to the responsible use of natural resources. Continue →
The post GERMAN GIANT LEADS THE WAY appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
AN EVERYDAY HERO
Giesen Wines co-founders Theo and Janet Giesen are proud of their son Isaac…and with just cause. Continue →
The post AN EVERYDAY HERO appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
TRANS-TASMAN
An Australian red and a New Zealand white have been crowned winners in New Zealand Wine Society’s Wine of the Year Awards. Continue →
The post TRANS-TASMAN appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
DOSIC – THE COMPACT STAINLESS-STEEL FLOW SENSOR FROM SICK
The new non-contact DOSIC ultrasonic flow sensor is used to detect the flow volume of conductive and non-conductive liquids, and the rugged and compact model combined with a hygienic design ensures highly reliable measurement results. Continue →
The post DOSIC – THE COMPACT STAINLESS-STEEL FLOW SENSOR FROM SICK appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
THIRD TIME LUCKY
Hamilton café barista Dove Chen has clinched the gold medal of his profession this year, after coming 8th in 2015 and third last year in the Meadow Fresh New Zealand Barista Championship. Continue →
The post THIRD TIME LUCKY appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
NEW PRODUCT FOR MILK CRATE PACKING
In an effort to save on costs and increase production, an Australian dairy producer contacted HMPS to design and manufacture a new ‘pick and place’ crate packer to accommodate its changing business needs. Continue →
The post NEW PRODUCT FOR MILK CRATE PACKING appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
PORT AND PAPER COMBINE
Oji Fibre Solutions and Port of Tauranga have jointly opened a new container warehouse that will provide world-class facilities for paper and timber products including food-product paper bags. Continue →
The post PORT AND PAPER COMBINE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
BAXTER LABORATORIES
The first customer to take advantage of ADDE’s innovative ZFP solution is Baxter Laboratories, a Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) licensed manufacturer based in Victoria. Continue →
The post BAXTER LABORATORIES appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
COFFEE OF THE FUTURE
A whole-green coffee powder produced by a German functional ingredients developer offers drinkers better mental focus, stablised blood glucose levels and less hunger pangs, the company says. Continue →
The post COFFEE OF THE FUTURE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Spray Technology Solutions from Spraying Systems
Spray technology can be used in almost every industry imaginable. Using the correct spray nozzles, automated systems and spray products for your applications is crucial for your operations to run efficiently. Continue →
The post Spray Technology Solutions from Spraying Systems appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
WHAT FOOD FACTORY MANAGERS TOSS AND TURN OVER
A new British survey has found that food factory managers keep themselves awake at night worrying about five scenarios…
Safety standards being compromised to meet production targets, food fraud, third-party hygiene audits, allergy management and emerging risks. Continue →
The post WHAT FOOD FACTORY MANAGERS TOSS AND TURN OVER appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
GERMAN/KIWI COLLABORATION
Mix Canterbury’s world-renowned artisan water, New Zealand’s finest ingredients and tonnes of love and attention, and it’s no wonder that Kaiser Brothers Brewery is celebrating a year of operation and releasing its 100th brew at the same time. Continue →
The post GERMAN/KIWI COLLABORATION appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
CHOCOLATE TREAT A HIT
Cadbury New Zealand’s temporary relaunch of Caramilk – first available in 1994 – has been an unprecedented success here and in Australia for the company, with desperate Aussie Caramilk lovers paying upwards of $NZ42.50 for one $NZ3 block on Ebay. Continue →
The post CHOCOLATE TREAT A HIT appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
VANILLA SUPPLIES SHORT IN NEW ZEALAND
We may not have heard much about Cyclone Enawo in New Zealand, but the influence of the severe weather system that struck Madagascar earlier this year has certainly had a profound impact on the vanilla industry and those wanting to buy it here. Continue →
The post VANILLA SUPPLIES SHORT IN NEW ZEALAND appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
AG-TECH CELEBRATING AT INVESTMENT
Lincoln University is celebrating news that $85 million will be spent on its new state-of-the-art campus, to be shared by AgResearch. Continue →
The post AG-TECH CELEBRATING AT INVESTMENT appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
BIG WIN FOR SILENI WINE
A wine competition that re-judges gold medal-winning wines together in two price categories with the top wine awarded a Platinum medal for ‘Best in Category’ has given the nod to a New Zealand winery from Hawke’s Bay. Continue →
The post BIG WIN FOR SILENI WINE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
THE FOOD ROBOTIC REVOLUTION
Founder and chief executive of Cafe X Technologies Henry Hu (San Francisco) answers questions on robotics in the food industry and predicts what the future might hold
Q: What will the workforce look like 20 years from now? Continue →
The post THE FOOD ROBOTIC REVOLUTION appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
COFFEE CUP CONUNDRUM
Around 295 million hot and cold cups are used annually in New Zealand, with more than 90% of coffee cup brands either manufactured or sold by The Packaging Forum members, the organisation has been told from findings of a detailed survey. Continue →
The post COFFEE CUP CONUNDRUM appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
CLICK&DRY – THE ULTIMATE FOR SPRAY DRY NOZZLES
One of the most critical parts of high pressure spray dryers is the spray dry nozzle system. Continue →
The post CLICK&DRY – THE ULTIMATE FOR SPRAY DRY NOZZLES appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
ARE YOU FOLLOWING THE NEW REGULATIONS?
The new Food Act means changes for your business. Eurotec, the New Zealand distributors of Testo Instrumentation, has seen a rush of new business from the hospitality and food industries wanting to benefit from Testo’s range of sophisticated, easy-to-use food safety technology and instruments that are efficient, time-saving and help businesses comply with the new Act.
Continue →
The post ARE YOU FOLLOWING THE NEW REGULATIONS? appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
DRINKING DILEMMA
Leading travel recovery drink company 1Above says a recent survey of New Zealanders has highlighted worrying drinking trends in non-alcoholic drink consumption. Continue →
The post DRINKING DILEMMA appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
AWARDS HEAD TO THE BAY
Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand’s second largest wine region, will play host to the 31st Air New Zealand Wine Awards this November
The annual awards dinner will be held on November 25 at the Pettigrew Green Arena in Taradale, and will be attended by New Zealand’s top winemakers and industry figures to celebrate the country’s best wines. Continue →
The post AWARDS HEAD TO THE BAY appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
FONTERRA MAKES SPLASH AT CHINA’S LARGEST FOOD INGREDIENTS SHOW
Fonterra’s NZMP dairy ingredients business has made a splash at China’s largest food ingredients trade show in Shanghai, launching three dairy ingredients and bringing New Zealand’s dairy story to life for customers through a 360° immersive virtual reality experience. Continue →
The post FONTERRA MAKES SPLASH AT CHINA’S LARGEST FOOD INGREDIENTS SHOW appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
SPOTLIGHT ON CHINESE POULTRY
Walmart has awarded $US2.3m to the University of Arkansas to fund projects involved the poultry industry in China. Continue →
The post SPOTLIGHT ON CHINESE POULTRY appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
CUTTING-EDGE WEIGHER SOLVES SALAD PROCESSOR’S WOES
Southern Fresh automate their fresh produce packaging plant with Paxiom Systems from Wedderburn NZ. Continue →
The post CUTTING-EDGE WEIGHER SOLVES SALAD PROCESSOR’S WOES appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
SHEEP AND BEEF SUCCESS
Beef + Lamb New Zealand and the Meat Industry Association have welcomed the successful completion of joint scoping discussions towards an EU – NZ Free Trade Agreement (FTA) announced by the Government. Continue →
The post SHEEP AND BEEF SUCCESS appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
DON’T BLAME THE MOON FOR BAD WINE
A New Zealand researcher has put paid to claims that wine tastes different throughout the lunar cycle, saying the controversial philosophy is no more valid than a range of other reasons why people think wine changes its taste on various days. Continue →
The post DON’T BLAME THE MOON FOR BAD WINE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
Enhance Food Safety Operations with Spraying Systems NZ
One of the most critical aspects of a food processing plant is the food safety practices that have been put in place. Continue →
The post Enhance Food Safety Operations with Spraying Systems NZ appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
CELLAR DOOR SERVICE
A new training assessment designed to recognise and reward high standards of customer service at New Zealand’s vineyard cellar doors will be welcomed by wineries around the country. Continue →
The post CELLAR DOOR SERVICE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
KIWI TASTE IN UAE
The United Arab Emirates has been treated to a thorough taste of New Zealand, after more than 10 Kiwi companies showed off their wares at a five-day food show in Dubai. Continue →
The post KIWI TASTE IN UAE appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
GLUTEN-FREE BOOST
A new multi-million-dollar Nestlé facility opened at the company’s Cambria Park factory in South Auckland will both expand the availability of gluten-free products in New Zealand and create new export opportunities for Maggi and Docello food service brands. Continue →
The post GLUTEN-FREE BOOST appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
MEET APRIL …the World’s Most Famous Robotic Chef
For manufacturers, smart robotic food production lines will simplify the way food is manufactured, offering flexible consistency. Continue →
The post MEET APRIL …the World’s Most Famous Robotic Chef appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
FARMERS ASK GREENPEACE TO STOP
DairyNZ is pleading with Greenpeace to quit the attacks on dairying and stop scare-mongering the New Zealand public with tales of the industry being the single polluter of rivers and drinking water. Continue →
The post FARMERS ASK GREENPEACE TO STOP appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
DIET CAN TREAT DEPRESSION
A healthy diet including lean meats significantly improves depression and anxiety symptoms, a breakthrough study has found after a 12-week randomised controlled trial looking at the effects of a healthy diet in the treatment of the disorders. Continue →
The post DIET CAN TREAT DEPRESSION appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
NEW FRONTIER IN FOOD PRODUCTION PROMISING
A team of world class science and engineering minds are deciding whether open ocean shellfish farming in Nelson is a viable option, with any successful project promising to significantly increase New Zealand’s shellfish production and exports by up to $300 million a year. Continue →
The post NEW FRONTIER IN FOOD PRODUCTION PROMISING appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
PINEAPPLE WASTE-TO-ENERGY PROJECT LEADS WORLD
Environmentally advanced technologies available in Australasia are helping transform effluent from crops from an environmental liability into a profit centre. Continue →
The post PINEAPPLE WASTE-TO-ENERGY PROJECT LEADS WORLD appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
SEXY SIX-PACK
A selection of Canterbury’s best beer breweries have partnered with Nostalgia Festival to create a limited edition mixed-can six-pack that will be sold across New Zealand. Continue →
The post SEXY SIX-PACK appeared first on NZ Food Technology News.
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