The simplicity of food safety – think about it
Food safety is something that all food manufacturers cannot ignore. All are very conscious of how they appear to their customers in terms of the safe reputation of their products. Continue →
Browsing: Testing
Food testing processes that once took days are now completed to international standards in minutes. In-house food testing labs with high-tech food testing equipment are now an essential part of the food production process. After all, food contamination can result in costly recalls and destroy overnight reputations that took years to develop.
Strategic partnership sees New Zealand biotech innovation go global
Cawthron Institute last month announced a global distribution agreement with international analytical and chemical company Sigma-Aldrich Corporation, to supply Cawthron’s unique, high-value marine biotoxins to laboratories worldwide. Continue →
National Science Challenge launched
The government’s latest National Science Challenge announced this month represents the single biggest investment in ocean-related research for New Zealand. Continue →
DNA technology a ‘game changer’ for environmental monitoring
Cawthron Institute scientists have proven that DNA technology can be used to accurately and effectively assess changes in the marine environment around industry operations. Continue →
Smart technology helps scientists enhance high-value algae
New Zealand’s lucrative blue-biotech sector has received a boost with the launch of a highly- sophisticated, multi-vessel photobioreactor (PBR). Continue →
Increased food microbiology training key to food safety
Lincoln University is tackling national and international food safety issues head on with a new microbiology short course aimed at industry. Continue →
New Zealand honey industry to benefit from new three-in-one manuka test
New Zealand's honey industry can now test manuka honey faster and more cost effectively than ever before thanks to a new three-in-one test introduced by the country's leading analytical testing laboratory, Hill Laboratories. Continue →
The true value of ATP data
Peter Drucker once said, “What gets measured gets managed.” But it’s not always that easy, is it? Continue →
Hill Laboratories appoints new general manager
New Zealand analytical testing laboratory, Hill Laboratories, has appointed Dr Matt Glenn as new general manager (GM) of Operations and Analytical Technology. Continue →
Natural compounds for a healthy gut
Research suggests that compounds in fruits and vegetables help us stay healthy by supporting the natural beneficial microorganisms in our gut that help us digest food and keep our bodies in balance. Continue →
Science and technology to support food businesses
The New Zealand Food Innovation Network (NZFIN) is an accessible, national network of science and technology resources created to support the growth and development of New Zealand food and beverage businesses of all sizes by providing facilities and the expertise needed to develop new products and process from idea to commercial success. Continue →
Scientist recognised for relationship with China
Dr Ian Ferguson from Plant & Food Research and the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has been recognised by the government of China. Continue →
Laboratory expansion opened in Christchurch
AsureQuality celebrated the opening of its newly refurbished and expanded Christchurch food testing laboratory this month, with the prime minister, John Key and many of its customers in attendance. Continue →
Workshop on the use of probiotics in animal production
A workshop is being organised by the Centre for Food Research and Innovation (CFRI) of the Department of Wine, Food and Molecular Biosciences (Faculty of Agriculture and Life Science, Lincoln University) at Lincoln University on the 6th November
This workshop will bring together presenters from academia, industry and dairy farming. Continue →
Database of knowledge priority for new NZIFST president
Recently elected president of the New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology NZIFST, Dr David Everett has his eyes firmly set on ascertaining the knowledge base of the Institute’s 1200 members and increasing the value of that expertise to relevant government departments and agencies. Continue →
Research into Psa looks for resistance
A team of researchers from four countries have analysed the DNA of the kiwifruit disease Psa to identify its origins and develop new ways of breeding for resistance against it. Continue →
Sugar study could aid Alzheimer treatment
Scientists at the University of Liverpool in the UK and Callaghan Innovation in New Zealand have developed a new chemical approach to help harness the natural ability of complex sugars to treat Alzheimer’s disease. Continue →
New aquaculture head sees great opportunities
Cawthron Institute has boosted its science and aquaculture capability with the appointment of senior scientist Dr Jacquie Reed as its new head of aquaculture. Continue →
MRI scanner ideal for food industry research
A new, three Tesla superconducting MRI scanner developed by MR Solutions is ideal for the food industry. Continue →
Fungal toxins in Maldive fish, a smoked dried tuna fish
By Shazla Mohamed1, Jon Palmer1, Graham Fletcher2, Steve Flint1
Fish is a highly nutritious food and an excellent source of proteins, vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids. Continue →