Kokumi, the latest taste profile joining sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami, is now the focus of a research program by the Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC). This ‘sixth taste’ is said to enhance the richness and roundness of flavours, intensifying and prolonging the other five tastes.

The Arnott’s Group is partnering with global food company, Cargill, on its SustainConnect program, which aims to enhance the local production of sustainable canola crops. Arnott's says it recognises the need to support farming communities and the transition to more sustainable ingredients. 

The National Farmers Federation (NFF) has officially certified the National Location Registry (NLR) against its Australian Farm Data Code. This certification recognises the NLR as a compliant platform, upholding privacy and data protection standards.

Australia has assumed the role of Chair of the World Wine Trade Group (WWTG), a group that brings together government and industry representatives to simplify international wine trade.

A major new initiative to tackle the challenges in Australian food systems is being launched today. Food System Horizons is a partnership between the national science agency, CSIRO, and The University of Queensland, with backing from industry, policy makers, and food support agencies.

Agriculture Victoria (AgVic) says a seventh property in Victoria has reported bird flu, with areas around Lethbridge and Terang restricted. The first outbreak was reported in late May at an egg farm in Meredith, Victoria.

PepsiCo and AgMission have partnered to award Charles Sturt University’s Cool Soil Initiative $2.1 million, to research sustainable agriculture and expand the initiative.

Australian Dairy Nutritionals appoints new CEO, Mahinthan (Mahi) Sundaranathan. Sundaranathan replaces Peter Skene, who had been CEO for 14 years and officially resigned on 17 June.

Wide Open Agriculture (WOA) and Saputo Dairy Australia have agreed to terminate their MOU, with both parties saying current priorities and timing don’t align.

With some Victorian fruit growers recently having their canning quotas cut due to cheaper imports, fresh produce company Box Divvy is urging farmers to prioritise their fresh produce for consumers.

Queensland University of Technology is partnering with Bundaberg Brewed Drinks to offer an entrepreneurial scholarship to a student from the region participating in the Mayor’s Telstra Innovation Challenge.

At this year’s Naturally Good Awards, the People’s Choice Award winner went to Natures Farmer Sea for its boldly blue, Blue Tongue Wizard Sea Moss Gel. Founded by Jess Redman and Benji Dimitrioski, Kim Berry asked the pair about the brand, starting with, what is sea moss gel.

The CEO and director of Australian Dairy Nutritionals, Peter Skene, has resigned, effectively immediately. Skene was with the company for 14 years. He will assist in the transition to a new CEO.

Bubs Australia says it is continuing to see “exceptionally strong demand” in the US, with a new weekly scan sales record of revenue exceeding US$1 million.

Anuga says the Anuga Alternatives trade show reflects the growing interest and variety in the alternative proteins industry. The show will focus on a wide variety of products from the plant-based protein, insect protein, algae protein, mushroom-based protein, and cell-cultivated meat segments.

Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) says integrating the Global Revenue Growth arm into the Premium Brands division will unlock growth opportunities for its priority premium brands and increase operating efficiencies.