Fine Food Australia 2026 has officially opened its doors, and the MyFibres team is delighted to be in Melbourne for one of the country's leading trade events for the foodservice and hospitality industry. The exhibition runs from 31 August to 3 September 2026 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.

As the global shift toward a circular economy intensifies, the food industry has increasingly adopted recycled plastics and plant-based alternative packaging. However, recent joint assessments by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and European authorities have raised significant alerts regarding the chemical risks inherent in these sustainable materials.

When it comes to food packaging, most people focus on convenience, freshness and performance. However, there is another factor gaining attention worldwide: the presence of PFAS, often referred to as "forever chemicals". Used for decades in food packaging and non-stick products, PFAS are now under increasing scrutiny due to their persistence in the environment and potential health concerns.