AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFood Safety Tech: Adelaide and Scotland researchers back a laser-based methanol detector that can trace tiny amounts through unopened bottles, aiming to prevent poisonings like the Laos alcohol tragedy. Bird Flu Watch (H5N1): NSW confirms another H5 case in a petrel from Hawks Nest, bringing Australia to 15 detections, with no signs of poultry spread. Wildlife Ecology: University of Sydney researchers flag how Australia’s “clean up crew” of scavengers could help move H5N1 by eating infected carcasses, complicating containment. Local Food & Drink Industry: ALM On-Premise’s Cellar Collective brings trade-only wine education and tastings to Melbourne, helping venues premiumise their lists. Small Business (Pantry): Quincey Jones Preserves raises nearly $260k via equity crowdfunding to expand production, retail and exports. Hospitality & Media: Good Food launches its expanded “100 Essential Cafes and Bakeries” guides, adding Brisbane and Perth. Business/Policy (AI & Data Centres): Australia’s “Office of AI” proposal includes rules for large data centres’ power and water use, a theme that matters for food supply chains too.
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