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Posts by nickimarks

published - 17 July 2019
By Nicki Marks
Monash University new post graduate offerings in the food space

Monash University, for the first time in its nearly 60 year history is offering students the chance to study and advance their ambitions in the burgeoning industry of ‘food’. 
In 2019, Monash will offer a Masters of Advanced Engineering, food elective (starting late July) and in 2020 a Masters of Food Science and …
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Capability Building, Home, Information and Resources

published - 5 July 2019
By Nicki Marks
A rare glimpse into the sweeping cloud kitchens trend

Independent restaurant owners may be doomed, and perhaps grocery stores, too.
Such is the conclusion of a growing chorus of observers who’ve been closely watching a new and powerful trend gain strength: that of cloud kitchens, or fully equipped shared spaces for restaurant owners, most of them quick-serve operations.
While viewed peripherally …
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ExtensionAUS, Home, Information and Resources, Resources

published - 4 July 2019
By Nicki Marks
Hormel Health Labs debuts a new coffee drink for people with Dysphagia

Dysphagia is the medical term used to describe difficulty swallowing, and affects millions of people, including 1 in 25 adults. Dysphagia can occur in any age group but is most common in adults – an estimated 40% of nursing home residents have dysphagia. It occurs in a range of forms …
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ExtensionAUS, Home, Information and Resources

published - 4 July 2019
By Nicki Marks
Sainsbury’s to be first UK supermarket to sell meat-alternatives in its meat, fish and poultry aisles

Sainsbury’s has announced that it will be the first supermarket in the UK to trial placing meat-alternative products in its meat, fish, and poultry aisles.

The trial will be rolled out across 20 of its stores nationwide with the firm saying the move follows the success of its new plant-based range …
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ExtensionAUS, Home, Information and Resources, Resources

published - 19 June 2019
By Nicki Marks
Invest in Victorian agriculture

A new website showcases investment opportunities in Victoria’s agriculture and food processing industries.
The agriculture sector is vitally important to the Victorian economy and to regional Victoria.
The sector produces over $13.1 billion worth of milk, fruit, vegetables, meat, fibre, eggs and grains, and supports a $38.1 billion processed food industry.
These sectors …
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Capability Building, Information and Resources, Resources, Uncategorized

published - 13 June 2019
By Liz Joldeski, Food Industry Liaison Officer - Salt Reduction, National Heart Foundation.
Unpack the salt – reformulation readiness

Last month, the Victorian Salt Reduction Partnership (VSRP) brought together over 60 food industry delegates at the launch of “Reformulation Readiness: A best practice guide to salt reformulation for Australian manufacturers”. The event was held at the impressive Victorian Government Investment Centre, with 360-degree views of Melbourne on 3 May …
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Capability Building, ExtensionAUS, Financial Support, Home

published - 13 June 2019
By Nicki Marks
Australian Agriculture Immersive Technology Conference | Melbourne, Victoria 10 Jul 2019 09:00AM – 11 Jul 2019 03:00PM

Location: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, Melbourne
Cost: $100
Augmented and virtual reality (mixed reality) is predicted to be the next disruptive technology and will be as common as smartphones in 5-10 years. Although the agriculture sector is lagging with the deployment of this technology, it can look …
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