During informal discussions with their customers or distribution agents small to medium food producers may be asked to demonstrate they are HACCP certified. For some producers this can be confusing and worrying when they already have local council approval for their operations.
... read more2020: Industry at a Crossroads In this ‘Food – In Brief’, we take a quick look at some of the unique challenges facing the Australian food sector, previously identified by the Australian Food & Grocery Council’s 2012 research. Contribution to manufacturing – With turnover valued at $108 billion the sector represents 26% of all Australian
... read moreFor the last 3 years purchasing demand has driven growth in the certified organic sector creating challenges for some industry producers who are unable to meet the demand.
... read moreThe Australian Food and Grocery Council’s State of the Industry Report 2014 provides some useful insight into the potential of the agricultural, food and beverage sectors with a total value rising to approximately $114 billion.
... read moreThe control and management of measuring and monitoring equipment is an important and serious aspect of food & beverage manufacturing with potential impact on the environment, food safety & quality.
... read moreIt has been known for a long time that cranberries have multiple health benefits and the North American Indians used the fruit and plant for a wide range of food and medicinal purposes.
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