Blog tagged as case study

Hass Foods created a range of dry mix packet breads to increase vegetable intake via a fun and simple activity that keeps the whole family engaged. With the help of FIAL, the company was able to get the necessary equipment to commercialise the range and grow the business.

Jim’s Jerky products are positioned to enjoy the growing alternative snack market. Jim’s is built with success due to their innovative processing and clean, green and nutritious jerky.

Josh’s Rainbow Eggs is going form strength to strength, entering a new market for eggs eaten as snacks. FIAL’s support has allowed the company to mature and innovate and diversify and reduce risk.

The skyrocketing demand for native Australian ingredients, coupled with a heightened interest in immunity boosting products has created the perfect avenue of success for the Australian Super Food Co - the creation of a Vitamin C Booster supplement with Kakadu Plum and Finger Lime.

Care Food Co is improving the daily lives of people who have difficulty swallowing by developing a range of texture modified foods using high pressure processing. David McAuley explains how the support of FIAL has been central to maintaining momentum.

With the help of FIAL’s Cluster Grant Program, Central Coast Food Alliance is bringing industry, research organisations and governments together to collaboratively grow the food and beverage sector, create more local employment and grow SMEs capabilities.

Backed by Food Innovation Australia Limited, Keen Wah has successfully pivoted from a retail to an online model during COVID-19, creating nutritious quinoa and granola breakfast packs that can be delivered straight to the consumer's door.

The Dairy Australia Technology Assessment (DATA) scheme provides Australian dairy processors with financial assistance to assess the commercial viability of new technologies or practices. The DATA scheme aims to reduce business risk and accelerate technology uptake.

Dairy Free Down Under produces dairy-free cheese blocks, shreds and slices, along with snack packs, condiments and a range of dips. Kevin Flanagan explains how FIAL’s ‘Meet the Buyer’ events and ongoing support were key to the brand’s international market entry.

FermenTasmania started with a single question: what could we achieve if different fermentation industries shared ideas and experiences? Through FIAL’s Cluster Grant Program FermenTasmania works to combine the industry, university and government to convert potential into reality.

Food and Agribusiness Network thrives on a collaborative culture, connecting businesses across the entire food value chain and fosters strong partnerships with all levels of government, research and other industry stakeholders.

Food & Fibre Gippsland is sustainably growing the region’s agrifood sector, fostering a collaborative industry culture to advance R&D, strengthen value chains and minimise export costs. FIAL’s National Cluster Program has provided support and opened new opportunities.

In 2017, Gekko Systems saw an opportunity to expand its footprint and overcome the elevated energy costs and high volumes of organic waste associated with food production. A biodigestion solution was created which could transform food waste to produce energy.

Richard Tupper of Grow Food Solutions assisted in the development of better ways to make low-GI foods and a new methodology to test the glycaemic index of foods.

Harry Hoo has modified traditional dim sim recipes in a bid to secure a ‘green’ rating as a healthy food choice, an increasingly important benchmark for producers looking to supply schools, catering companies and other corporate buyers in Australian and export markets.

The Kagome team has a keen interest in reducing the amount of crop loss through agricultural and processing waste. In recognition of that aim, Kagome Australia developed Ninjin Fibre, an all-natural product derived from carrot processing.

Founded by Karen Lavecky, Land of Plenty Food Group is a manufacturer of premium foods and award-winning brands including the Our Family Table range of oven ready gluten free crumbed seafood.

Mainstream Aquaculture is Garnering industry-wide buy-in to a chemical testing regime that identifies the provenance of Australian-farmed barramundi to benefit the entire supply chain, build valuable brand equity and foster growth.

Mayfield Global has created a carbonated green tea-based drink available in five flavours with no added sugar, artificial colours or flavours.

MediKane developed NutriKane D to improve bowel health, reduce blood sugar levels and improve the immune system. NutriKane D contains the full spectrum of dietary fibres, resistant starch and a wide range of essential micronutrients.