First global probiotic health claim granted to Chr. Hansen in Korea Global bioscience and ingredients company Chr. Hansen has had its probiotic health claim for its product Urex approved in Korea. Urex...

Lead scare causes Heinz recall of infant cereal products in China US-based food manufacturer H.J. Heinz Co. (Heinz) has said it will tighten controls over ingredients suppliers in China after it was forced...

Simplot launches new meat-free and soy-free Pies and Schnitzels Food manufacturer Simplot Australia has launched new meat-free and soy-free Pies and Schnitzels under its vegetarian brand Quorn. Simplot...

Food Standards Australia New Zealand reacts to criticism of drinks Health claims anomaly Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) today called for submissions on its proposal to change the Food Standards...

Digestive health benefits of A2 milk ‘strengthen health claims’, study Milk drinkers could gain digestive health benefits by switching from milk containing the A1 protein, according to new...

Australian functional beverage market soars, IBISWorld From time-poor professionals to weekend sports enthusiasts and sleep-deprived students, consumption of functional beverages in Australia is soaring,...

Coke and Monster announce $2 billion long-term partnership Global beverage giant the Coca-Cola Company and energy drink company Monster Beverage Corporation (Monster) have announced plans for a long-term...

McKenzies new Quinoa flour One of Australia’s oldest family-owned food manufacturers, Ward McKenzie’s (McKenzie’s) has added more than 10 new products to its portfolio of pantry staples,...

SodaStream launches ‘party season’ virgin cocktail range in Australia In the lead up to summer and the ‘party season’, home soda making machine company SodaStream has announced...

Craft beer’s popularity in Australia continues to grow For the first time on record, the number of Australian adults consuming craft beer in an average four-week period has increased to more than...