A hardy ancient Russian oilseed crop could prove a lifeline for farmers in marginal regions of WA, according to researchers at The University of Western Australia. Camelina sativa, variously known as camelina,...

The European Union’s Commissioner for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries has called for a significant cut in catches of East Atlantic bluefin tuna in the Mediterranean and East Atlantic, ahead of the...

The launch of a light ice cream with performance supplements to encourage muscle growth, a freezable wine dessert and an organic, fat-free, coconut water-based sorbet show how functional food is straying...

Rising living standards, burgeoning incomes and changing consumer demographics have spurred the demand for quality products across consumer market segments including confectionery products in China. Globally,...

In contrast to the findings of some studies and the recommendations that pregnant women increase their intake of fish oil via dietary docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) because of the possible benefits, a randomized...

Eagle Boys has become the first major Australian pizza chain to offer franchisee and staff training through a dedicated Online Training College, launched this week. Designed to equip franchisees and staff...

Domino’s Pizza is set to introduce a new full taste mozzarella cheese, which has 14% less fat, across its menu commencing 1 January 2011. Domino’s CEO Don Meij said the Company’s decision...

French retail group Casino is planning to open 500 convenience stores under its Casino Proximité umbrella brand next year which spans its Petit Casino, Spar, Spar Supermarché and Vival chains. It said...

Australian baby food manufacturer Rafferty’s Garden has announced it has appointed Michael Tinker as managing director. The appointment comes a month after the management buy out of the company led...

Queensland Premier Anna Bligh last week launched a new initiative, in conjunction with  Woolworths, designed boost to primary producers in North Queensland. Woolworths has introduced “Nth Qld Grown”...