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Allergen labelling - What has changed?

With the recent changes by FSANZ on Allergen Labelling for Food Businesses - see the below new requirements for declaring allergens.

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Christmas & New Year - Closure Times

To help you plan sample testing and delivery/pick up needs over the Holiday period, please note the following key closure dates & times.

Read more: Christmas & New Year - Closure Times

EHPA Symposium - Melbourne 4-6th October 2023

The EHPA Symposium is a premier gathering of professionals in environmental health and public administration, offering a platform to discuss innovative research, best practices, and emerging trends in the field.

Read more: EHPA Symposium - Melbourne 4-6th October 2023

Visit us at Foodpro - it's almost here!

Why not come and visit the Agrifood team at booth C44, at the upcoming Foodpro conference: 23-26th July 2023.

Read more: Visit us at Foodpro - it's almost here!

Victorian Council Testing - Food Safety Testing Services

Agrifood Technology have recently expanded its testing portfolio and are now offering municipal Councils a wide range of testing services under the Victorian Food Act. 1984.

Read more: Victorian Council Testing - Food Safety Testing Services

CHRISTMAS TRADING PERIOD - 2022/23

With Christmas quickly approaching - please find outlined below our holiday and New Year open/closure times.

Read more: CHRISTMAS TRADING PERIOD - 2022/23

Customer Portal - 24/7 LIVE Results

We have made several upgrades to the Agrifood Customer portal, significantly enhancing the user experience and access to completed tests and live results.

Read more: Customer Portal - 24/7 LIVE Results

AIFST Convention - Food Science Conference 2022

The AIFST annual Conference is almost here - 24th-25th August 2022.

Read more: AIFST Convention - Food Science Conference 2022

Upgrades to our Customer Portal

We have made several upgrades to the Agrifood Customer portal, significantly enhancing the user experience and access to completed tests and live results.

Read more: Upgrades to our Customer Portal

COVID-19 Update: Agrifood to remain OPEN as an Essential Service Provider

As an essential service provider, Agrifood Technology would like to assure its clients that we will continue to operate our laboratories and remain OPEN for testing. However some small delays on testing and test turnaround times may be experienced.

Read more: COVID-19 Update: Agrifood to remain OPEN as an Essential Service Provider

Happy New Year – 2022

We would like to wish all our valued customers and suppliers a prosperous Happy New Year.

Read more: Happy New Year – 2022

Christmas Trading Days - 2021/22

From our team to yours, we wish you a safe and joyful festive season and a happy New Year for 2022.

Read more: Christmas Trading Days - 2021/22

New Customer Portal is here - AFT Portal V2

We have made several upgrades and changes to the Agrifood Customer portal, significantly enhancing the user experience and access to completed/live results.

Read more: New Customer Portal is here - AFT Portal V2

AGIC Virtual Conference - 2021

Australian Grains Industry Conference 2021 will be held virtually from Monday 6th September to Tuesday 7th September 2021.  

Read more: AGIC Virtual Conference - 2021

Yes, we are OPEN - Victoria enters a 7-day lockdown

Agrifood Technology would like to assure our clients we are an Essential Service Provider & OPEN for testing.

Read more: Yes, we are OPEN - Victoria enters a 7-day lockdown

WE'RE STILL OPEN - TO SUPPORT YOU

Agrifood Technology would like to reassure our clients that as an Essential Service Provider - we will remain open for Testing.

Read more: WE'RE STILL OPEN - TO SUPPORT YOU

STAY SAFE & STAY OPEN

Agrifood Technology is OPEN and testing samples as usual during the current Victorian COVID-19 circuit-breaker lockdown period.

Read more: STAY SAFE & STAY OPEN

Essential Service Provider - Update on COVID-19 (WE ARE OPEN)

Agrifood Technology would like to assure our customers that as an essential service provider, we will continue to operate in Victoria.

Read more: Essential Service Provider - Update on COVID-19 (WE ARE OPEN)

QLD Covid-19 Update - Essential Service Provider

Agrifood Technology would like to reassure our customers that as an Essential Service Provider, we will continues to operate in Queensland.

Read more: QLD Covid-19 Update - Essential Service Provider

Update on Covid-19 - Essential Service Provider (OPEN)

Agrifood Technology would like to assure our customers that as an essential service provider, we will continue to operate in Victoria.

Read more: Update on Covid-19 - Essential Service Provider (OPEN)

Legionella testing in water - WA Laboratory

Legionella is an organism that is ever-present in the environment and found in very low concentrations in the potable water supply.

Read more: Legionella testing in water - WA Laboratory

COVID-19 Surface Swab Testing - Now available!

In 2021 as businesses slowly get back to normal and re-engage with employees, suppliers and customers - it is vital to continue a COVID-19 free work environment.

Read more: COVID-19 Surface Swab Testing - Now available!

Wydham Council - Wynning Business e-news (Dec. 2020)

In response to the COVID19 pandemic and its impact on business, the Economic Growth Unit oversaw the delivery of the $5M WynLocal Support Package which included the  Business Recovery and Growth fund. 

Read more: Wydham Council - Wynning Business e-news (Dec. 2020)

Christmas & Holiday Period 2020/21 - Closure dates

Agrifood Technology will be closed during the key public holiday and Christmas/New Year period with condensed opening hours and reduced laboratory staff as outlined below.

Read more: Christmas & Holiday Period 2020/21 - Closure dates

NEW SERVICE - SARS-CoV-2 Environmental Surface Testing

Agrifood Technology is now able to provide testing for SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19 - surface testing swab), that provides an opportunity to assess the need for cleaning and determine whether cleaning is performed adequately.

Read more: NEW SERVICE - SARS-CoV-2 Environmental Surface Testing

Still operating - Stage 4 COVID-19 update

Under new Stage 4 COVID-19 restrictions announced yesterday by the Victorian government, Agrifood Technology would like to reinforce we will continue to remain open as a Permitted Industry.

Read more: Still operating - Stage 4 COVID-19 update

AGIC Virtual Conference - On Today!

It’s finally here! Today, the grains industry comes together to connect, learn and engage at the 21st annual Australian Grains Industry Conference.

Read more: AGIC Virtual Conference - On Today!

AGIC 2020 LIVE - Conference is coming soon!

The countdown is on.......2 days to go to AGIC 2020 virtual live conference.

Read more: AGIC 2020 LIVE - Conference is coming soon!

AIFST Food Science Conference - 22nd June to 3rd July

Come join us for the 2020 AIFST Conference.

Read more: AIFST Food Science Conference - 22nd June to 3rd July

We remain OPEN for Business!

COVID-19 Update 5.6.20

We appreciate that this is an uncertain and challenging time for many businesses due to the global pandemic of novel coronavirus (COVID-19). 

The situation and advice from government authorities on the COVID-19 pandemic is evolving daily.

Read more: We remain OPEN for Business!

WE’RE TAKING CARE OF CUSTOMERS & STAFF

COVID-19 Update 29.5.20

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COVID-19 Update: We’re Open! 22.5.20

Agrifood Technology recognises that there is significant concern in the community around Coronavirus. We are regularly updating our news page with messages and advise of any changes to our operations which may affect your testing.

Read more: COVID-19 Update: We’re Open! 22.5.20

BUSINESS AS USUAL - DURING COVID-19! Update 15.5.20

Agrifood Technology remains OPEN for business and our network of laboratories and staff is committed to helping you through this time.

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WE’RE OPEN FOR TESTING - COVID-19 Update 8.5.20

Agrifood Technology is STILL OPEN for business - we are now in week 7 of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Read more: WE’RE OPEN FOR TESTING - COVID-19 Update 8.5.20

COVID-19 – Still OPEN – message update (1.5.20)

At the current time, our Laboratories remain OPEN for business and have taken measures to be able to operate in accordance with government health advice regarding social distancing and hygiene.

Read more: COVID-19 – Still OPEN – message update (1.5.20)

WE ARE OPEN FOR TESTING

Update on COVID-19 – 24.4.20

We appreciate the worldwide unease about the impact of COVID-19 and want to assure you that we are alert to the issue.

Read more: WE ARE OPEN FOR TESTING

UPDATE ON COVID-19 – 17.4.20

Agrifood Technology are continuously following the COVID-19 situation very closely and is frequently taking action to manage any potential health and business risks within our operations.

Read more: UPDATE ON COVID-19 – 17.4.20

Laboratory Open for Testing

Agrifood Technology is Open to support Businesses, Clients & our Communities!

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Open for Business - Essential service provider

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Business Update

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Updated Response to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

COVID-19 Updated Information

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Response to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

In response to the recent events involving COVID-19 outbreak, Agrifood Laboratories would like to provide you with some comfort around what we are doing to ensure the safety of our staff and the stability of our services through this challenging time.

Read more: Response to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Rapid Yeast & Mould Testing - Now available in our WA lab

Agrifood Technology WA is pleased to advise that it is now able to offer rapid Yeast and Mould analysis on a variety of products using Petrifilm technology.

Read more: Rapid Yeast & Mould Testing - Now available in our WA lab

Exciting acquisition & addition to the Agrifood business

Effective from 2nd December 2019, the Niche Food Microbiology testing business has been sold to Agrifood Technology, a division of AWTA Ltd.  

Read more: Exciting acquisition & addition to the Agrifood business

Proposed ban in Thailand of chlorpyrifos, glyphosate and paraquat

Thailand’s government agreed on Tuesday 22 October 2019 to ban the use of chlorpyrifos, glyphosate and paraquat in Thailand.

Read more: Proposed ban in Thailand of chlorpyrifos, glyphosate and paraquat

Measurement of Uncertainty - New Tool

This new tool enables you to identify the estimated uncertainty value for a particular test.

Read more: Measurement of Uncertainty - New Tool

LIMS PLATFORM - UPGRADE

On Monday 24th of June 2019, Agrifood Technology will be upgrading LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) to Labware LIMS Version 7.

Read more: LIMS PLATFORM - UPGRADE

The 3rd Food Allergen Management Symposium (FAMS2019) - Only days away!

The 3rd Food Allergen Management Symposium (FAMS2019) in Melbourne, is an assembly of the best minds across the spectrum of food allergen management.

Read more: The 3rd Food Allergen Management Symposium (FAMS2019) - Only days away!

Microbiology Laboratory Derrimut - Undergoing Easter Maintenance

Please be advised that Agrifood Technology’s Microbiology laboratory based in Derrimut will be undergoing some scheduled maintenance and the last day for collection/submission of samples will be Wednesday 17th April 2019, at 12 noon.

Read more: Microbiology Laboratory Derrimut - Undergoing Easter Maintenance

Salmonella in Eggs - Testing Available

The recall of hundreds of thousands of eggs due to the detection of salmonella should not prompt panic, but should serve as a reminder for Australians to adopt proper food hygiene practices.

Read more: Salmonella in Eggs - Testing Available

Limestone analysis - Capability Overview

Outlined below is some key information regarding our limestone analysis capability in Western Australia.

Read more: Limestone analysis - Capability Overview

Campylobacter rates forecast to double

Climate change could result in the rates of Campylobacter caused food poisoning doubling by 2080.

Read more: Campylobacter rates forecast to double

FeedTest Season Averages - 1st Quarter 2018/19

The 2018/19 FeedTest First Quarter Season averages have been posted.

Read more: FeedTest Season Averages - 1st Quarter 2018/19

Christmas & End of Year - Trading Hours

The laboratory will be closing over the upcoming Christmas Holiday period for only a short timeframe this year.

Read more: Christmas & End of Year - Trading Hours

43rd National EHA Conference - on now at the Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle

The 43rd EHA National Conference is being held from 30 October to 2 November at Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle.

Read more: 43rd National EHA Conference - on now at the Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle

Listeria outbreak

Due to recent concerns over Listeria recalls on frozen vegetable packaging, which originally raised alarms in Europe. Vegetables which carry Listeria monocytogenes can cause Listeriosis. 

Read more: Listeria outbreak

Mandatory labelling for Lupin - starts on 26th May 2018

A reminder that if you are a Food buisness - that mandatory allergen labelling requirements for Lupin begins on 26 May 2018.

Read more: Mandatory labelling for Lupin - starts on 26th May 2018

New NATA accreditation - Peanut Allergens

Agrifood Technology is very pleased to announce that is now has NATA accreditation for Peanut allergen testing.

Read more: New NATA accreditation - Peanut Allergens

WA Laboratory - Increases NATA Accreditation scope

Agrifood Technology has recently gain NATA accreditation for Sorbic Acid in processed foods and Sulphur Dioxide in fresh produce and dried fruits.

Read more: WA Laboratory - Increases NATA Accreditation scope

DERRIMUT MICRO LAB - GAINS NATA ACCREDITATION FOR WATER

The Agrifood Derrimut Microbiology laboratory has successfully gained NATA accreditation for Water testing.

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APVMA - APPOINTMENT OF APPROVED ANALYST

Doreen Fernandez, from Agrifood Technology has been recently endorsed by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) to have appropriate qualifications and experience, to be an approved analyst for the purposes of the Agvet Codes.

Read more: APVMA - APPOINTMENT OF APPROVED ANALYST

WA Microbiology Laboratory - Open for business video

Take a look at Agrifood Technology’s latest video, outlining our new Microbiology facility and NATA accreditation for our Western Australian laboratory.

Read more: WA Microbiology Laboratory - Open for business video

New AGRIFOOD NATA Accredited Microbiological laboratory - Bibra Lake

Microbiological laboratory Bibra Lake, WA - Opens for business.

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Need water samples tested for Lead?

Western Australia government buildings are currently faced with uncertainty about possible lead contimination in drinking water.

Read more: Need water samples tested for Lead?

Fipronil – contamination in Eggs

Recently there has been an outbreak of Fipronil contamination in Chicken eggs and egg by products over in Europe and Hong Kong.

Read more: Fipronil – contamination in Eggs

HACCP Conference - 2017 is now on!

The 2017 HACCP conference is now on and running in Sydney.

Read more: HACCP Conference - 2017 is now on!

New Allergen - added to the Food Standards Code list

On 25 May 2017, the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code) was amended to add lupin to the list of allergens that must be declared on food labels.

Read more: New Allergen - added to the Food Standards Code list

FeedTest Pricing Alteration - 1st July 2017

FeedTest has kept testing charges and pricing structure constant for 5 years now, unfortunately though due to increasing laboratory costs a small price rise is necessary in 2017.

Read more: FeedTest Pricing Alteration - 1st July 2017

FeedTest - Season Averages 2016/17

FeedTest 2016/17 full fodder season averages and results are now available for download.

Read more: FeedTest - Season Averages 2016/17

Changes to AusScan Testing

The recent commercial development of the Pork CRC’s AusScan Calibration, has resulted in FeedTest no longer being able to absorb the cost of providing these tests at no charge.

Read more: Changes to AusScan Testing

Department of Agriculture & Water Resources - grant approval to test meat and meat products

Agrifood Technology is now AQIS approved to conduct testing on meat and meat products

Read more: Department of Agriculture & Water Resources - grant approval to test meat and meat products

Glyphosate Testing in Barley

With harvest now upon us here in Australia and the recent decision by the APVMA to issue a permit to allow minor use of AGVET product to control weed production in the barley crop, it is important to be guided by the instructions for use provided by the manufacturer and the APVMA on the product’s use.

Read more: Glyphosate Testing in Barley

What we do - Agrifood Video

Agrifood has recently produced a video showcasing the company's broad testing abilities.

Read more: What we do - Agrifood Video

Investigation into Salmonella possibly linked to Rockmelon

State and territory food enforcement agencies are investigating cases of Salmonella, possibly associated with rockmelon, following an increase in cases in a number of states in Australia.

Read more: Investigation into Salmonella possibly linked to Rockmelon

AGIC Conference - 2016

The Agrifood team is hosting a display booth at the AGIC Conference.

Read more: AGIC Conference - 2016

Are Heavy Metals a risk to your food?

Heavy metals such as Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead and Mercury are common heavy metals that are found in our everyday environment.

Read more: Are Heavy Metals a risk to your food?

Agrifood - Gains NATA Accreditation for Gluten testing

Agrifood Technology is pleased to announce that our Gluten allergen testing method has now been granted NATA accreditation.

Read more: Agrifood - Gains NATA Accreditation for Gluten testing

AFIA Ring Test Results - Publication for FeedTest

AFIA Fodder Testing Proficiency Program – Round 26 results 2016.

Read more: AFIA Ring Test Results - Publication for FeedTest

Salmonella - Testing Services

Agrifood Technology is a NATA accredited specialised Microbiological Testing Laboratory - offering complete microbiological services in Food Safety testing.

Read more: Salmonella - Testing Services

Christmas Trading Hours

Christmas & New Year Period 2015/16 Trading Hours

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FeedTest Season Averages - 1st Quarter 2015

There is something different each season and this one is no exception. 

Read more: FeedTest Season Averages - 1st Quarter 2015

Elmore Field Days - Starts 6th October

It's that time of the year again - Elmore Field Days starts next week.

Read more: Elmore Field Days - Starts 6th October

69th WA State EH Conference - is almost here!

The 69th WA State Environmental Health Conference will be held at Crown Perth on Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd September 2015.

Read more: 69th WA State EH Conference - is almost here!

Customer Portal.....On-Line Results Now Available!

The Agrifood Customer portal is a collection of programs that provides a level of customer autonomy by enabling access to their projects, reports, results and invoices hosted by Agrifood Technology.

Read more: Customer Portal.....On-Line Results Now Available!

CNCPS Testing - FeedTest New Service Offering

New Service offered by FeedTest for CPM Nutritionists - FeedTest is proud to announce the introduction of a new service for dairy nutrition and the CPM Model from the United States.

Read more: CNCPS Testing - FeedTest New Service Offering

Agrifood Technology – gains NATA accreditation for Microbiological Testing

Agrifood Technology is pleased to announce that our Microbiological testing facility located in Derrimut, Victoria - now has NATA accreditation for a large range of tests, in a wide variety of food and feed products.  

Read more: Agrifood Technology – gains NATA accreditation for Microbiological Testing

NATA Mycotoxins - Advancement

Many commodities contain dangerous levels of mycotoxins which are byproducts of fungal growth due to poor growing, storage or handling conditions. These toxins if undetected can be incorporated into food products consumed by humans or animals.

Read more: NATA Mycotoxins - Advancement

Australia's Biggest Morning Tea - Raises a new record

This year's Biggest Morning Tea has raised an amazing $785 dollars for the Cancer Council of Australia.

Read more: Australia's Biggest Morning Tea - Raises a new record

Methyl Bromide - Pesticide still in use on strawberries

Pesticide banned worldwide still used to grow 70% of Australian strawberries.

Read more: Methyl Bromide - Pesticide still in use on strawberries

Wheat Harvest Report - 2014/15

The 2014 wheat harvest has come and gone for another year.

Read more: Wheat Harvest Report - 2014/15

GCMSMS Capability & Capacity Improvement

The Food Safety Laboratory at Agrifood Technology uses state of the art instrumentation to analyse for a wide range of pesticide residues in Grains, Grain Products, Fruit, Fruit Juices, Fruit Concentrates, Vegetables, Vegetable Juices, and Vegetable Concentrates.

Read more: GCMSMS Capability & Capacity Improvement

Fodder Season - Update November 2014

Early severe frosts in Northern Victoria and Southern New South Wales, coupled with very dry parts of North West Victoria has resulted in some grain crops cut for silage and some fodder crops not cut at all. 

Read more: Fodder Season - Update November 2014

Agrifood Team - attend Brunei Workshop on Potential Contaminant in Stockfeed

The Department of Agriculture and Agrifood held a workshop on 'Potential Contaminant in Stockfeed', which took place yesterday at the Rimba Horticulture Business Centre, Gadong, Brunei.

Read more: Agrifood Team - attend Brunei Workshop on Potential Contaminant in Stockfeed

The Nation's premier Food Safety Event is here - HACCP Conference 2014

Now in its 21st year, the Australian HACCP Conference is a must-attend event for every food safety professional.

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AGIC 2014 - Another Success!

Agrifood Technology was proud to once again be an integral part of the Australian Grains Industry Conference (AGIC) on the 28th & 29th July, 2014.

Read more: AGIC 2014 - Another Success!

Testing to target food fraud

While food fraud is causing concern for consumers, it's also a big problem for retailers and food manufacturers and the industry is responding by ramping up testing regimes and developing new technologies that can identify dodgy ingredients and spot fake food.

Read more: Testing to target food fraud

Australia's Biggest Morning Tea

Colleagues, friends and families came together this morning to make this year's Biggest Morning Tea the best so far held at Agrifood Technology.

Read more: Australia's Biggest Morning Tea

Microbiological testing begins at Langdons

Effective 1st May 2014 Agrifood Technology commenced the exciting new phase of managing the on-site Laboratory testing for Langdon Ingredients.

Read more: Microbiological testing begins at Langdons

Australian Institute of Food Science &Technology - Laboratory Visit

Members from the West Australian Branch of the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology visited our laboratories in Bibra Lake on Wednesday 23rd April 2014.

Read more: Australian Institute of Food Science &Technology - Laboratory Visit

Quality of Drought Feeds

Drought conditions can cause a lot of heartache for farmers trying to maintain their livestock. 

Read more: Quality of Drought Feeds