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Tetra Pak advances paper-based ice cream packaging
Tetra Pak is expanding its paper-based packaging portfolio into the ice cream category, taking the next step in commercialising a new wrapping solution developed specifically for ice cream producers.
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Robusta coffee climate resilience ‘an internet myth,’ expert says
The findings are a challenge for those advocating robusta as a means of weathering climate change in the coffee industry...
Australian certified organic sales surpass $1bn milestone
“The $1 billion figure is worth celebrating, but it should be viewed as a foundation rather than a ceiling.”
Recycled Ooshies can’t hide Woolworths’ plastic contradiction
Ooshies are back – along with Woolworths’ plastic double standard.
Recycled KitKat packaging hits shelves in Australian trial
The trial between Viva Energy and Nestlé is testing the conversion of soft plastic pyrolysis oil into food-grade recycle...
Supply certainty is reshaping packaging procurement decisions
WML's message was straightforward: Australian manufacturers have a regional alternative to offshore paperboard sourcing.
3M, DuPont prosecuted over toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in consumer goods
The state's Attorney General Letitia James accused the companies of hiding the risks of chemicals from the public for de...
Steinlager pilots digital returnable bottle system
The initiative modernises New Zealand's Swappa Crate system by removing the traditional bottle deposit.
Can food date labels reduce waste? Nestlé launches Australia pilot
Nestlé is launching the 'Sniff, Look, Taste' on-pack date-labelling pilot in Australia.
RMIT launches new hub to boost healthier food systems
The Hub reflects RMIT’s strategy to deliver research with real-world impact for industry, people and communities.
Australians demand tougher packaging laws, want brands to cut waste
The findings highlight growing frustration with Australia's recycling system.
Beer waste finds new life as plastic-free leather alternative
Arda Biomaterials has created a material called New Grain by transforming brewer's spent grain, into soft, durable leath...
Packaging built for brand success
Packaging is one of the most visible expressions of a brand's identity, quality positioning, and values.
Pams seafood completes shift to responsible sourcing
"Our work isn't done," retailer declares.
Australia’s ‘worst packaging’ award slams plastic coffee cans
The cans in question represents “everything that’s problematic with packaging in Australia”.
Frank Green founder wants to make pallet plastic wrap extinct
No Wrap is a reusable pallet securing system that replaces plastic wrap with modular corner brackets.
