Askafoodtech Pty Ltd

15/11/2025

Did you know November 15th is "National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day"

Shelf-life, storage, and the science of “safe vs spoiled”
Our question is always does this smell ok?

When you are hungry or running late from after school activites.
The last thing you would want to do late in the evning is clean the out the fridge...

"It’s that time again… the fridge audit nobody asked for.
Today’s the day to check, sniff, and sort your shelves!
Remember: bacteria love a lukewarm fridge, make sure it’s sitting below 5°C ❄️
Safe storage isn’t just neat, it’s food science at work.

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So in all fairness - sharing is a must,
"What’s the weirdest science experiment you’ve found at the back of your fridge? 🧫😂"

14/11/2025

Food Science Friday Quiz!
Do you really know your use-by from your best-before?

Vote below 👇 — Answers revealed Monday 9am!

"Food safety isn’t just about expiry dates - it starts way before that".
🧪 Drop your answers (1–5) in the comments
" NO Googling"!

Questions - ready go...

“Use-by” means:
A Safety limit for consumption
• B Peak quality date
• C Packaging date
• D Marketing term

“Best-before” means:
A Illegal to sell after
• B Quality may decline after date
• C Same as use-by
• D Manufacture date

If a chilled dip is mislabelled “best-before” when it needs “use-by”, the biggest risk is:
A Cosmetic
• B Food safety
• C Marketing
• D Barcode scanning

Date marking must be validated using:
A Guesswork
• B Shelf-life studies & risk assessment
• C Competitor labels
• D Sales data only

Which must not be sold after the date?
A Best-before
• B Use-by
• C Either
• D Neither

13/11/2025

“Myth vs Fact Gloves = Guaranteed Hygiene”

Myth: “Wearing gloves means food is handled safely.”
✅ Fact: Gloves can spread more contamination than clean hands if not changed or sanitised properly. Hygiene isn’t about the glove, it’s about the practice.

It’s what you do between batches that counts.

Gloves or bare (washed) hands — what’s your factory’s policy? 👇

11/11/2025

Vigour Graphics
MJ Communications
Shoebox Books & Tax Toowoomba South
Foodie Shots
Beyond Business Consultants


And so many other awesome business owners in the room Bx - Business Networking Reimagined Toowoomba

11/11/2025

ASK AWAY - What steps should a food manufacturer follow to validate a “use-by” date for a chilled ready-to-eat (RTE) product to meet regulatory and safety requirements?

Answer:

Conduct a microbiological shelf-life study under worst-case conditions (e.g., temperature abuse, variations in raw materials, handling).

Demonstrate that key pathogens (or spoilage organisms) remain under safe thresholds for the proposed shelf life.

Review packaging barrier properties (oxygen, moisture ingress) and storage/transport conditions that might affect safety.

Document activities in a validation report showing the basis for the date mark (e.g., “Use-by 14 days at ≤ 4 °C”).

Ensure labelling is aligned with national regulation (e.g., in Australia, “use-by” vs “best-before”) and that internal QA verifies ongoing compliance.

This approach helps reduce risk of consumer illness, supports regulatory accountability, and protects brand reputation.

11/11/2025

‼️ RECALL‼️Flowerdale Farm - Various Alfalfa Sprout Products, with The presence of potential microbial (Salmonella) contamination.

Flowerdale Farm Alfalfa Salad Sprouts 120g
Flowerdale Farm Plain Alfalfa Plain Alfalfa Sprouts 120
Flowerdale Farm Alfalfa Radish Sprouts 120g
Flowerdale Farm Alfalfa Broccoli Sprouts 120g
Flowerdale Farm Alfalfa Garlic Sprouts 120g
Flowerdale Farm Alfalfa Trio Sprouts 120g
Flowerdale Farm Gourmet Sprouts 125g
Flowerdale Farm Alfalfa Onion Sprouts 120g
Flowerdale Farm are conducting a recall of the above products.
The products have been available for sale in Fruit and Vegetable Shops in VIC.

Date marking: All use by dates up to and including 20 11 25
Problem:
The presence of potential microbial (Salmonella) contamination.

Food safety hazard:
Food products contaminated with Salmonella may cause illness if consumed.

What to do:
Consumers should not eat this product. Consumers should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.

For further information please contact:
Flowerdale Farm
03 5780 2347
info@flowerdalefarm.com.au
https://1l.ink/JBQCM7S

Related links
File
Flowerdale Farm - various alfalfa sprout products Recall Notice PDF [218kb].pdf

11/11/2025

At the going down of the sun, and in the morning

ASKAFOODTECH remembers you

10/11/2025

Food business owners: This week is your chance to shine.
As Australian Food Safety Week runs from 8–15 Nov,

It’s the perfect time to audit your safety systems, sharpen your allergen workflows and prepare for the food-safety season ahead.

With our Food Safety & Allergen Management services, ASKAFOODTECH supports you in turning myth-busting into compliance-winning.

Let’s talk about how to elevate your safety game.

Ready for a quick safety check this week?
Drop a ✅ below and we’ll reach out with a free checklist.”

09/11/2025

‼️ RECALL‼️Potential Microbial Contamination
Parilla Fresh - various alfalfa sprouts products.

Products affected may be contaminated with Salmonella.

Parilla Fresh are conducting a recall of:
Aussie Sprouts Alfalfa Sprouts 125g
Hugo's Alfalfa Onion & Garlic Sprouts 125g
Hugo's Alfalfa Radish Sprouts 125g
Hugo's Alfalfa & Onion Sprouts 125g
Hugo's Salad Sprouts 125g
Hugo's Alfalfa & Broccoli Sprouts 125g
Hugo's Trio Sprouts Selection 125g

The product(s) have been available for sale in Woolworths and Coles in NSW, ACT, QLD, VIC, SA, NT, independent grocers including IGA in NSW, Harris Farm in NSW, ACT, VIC, Sydney Markets in NSW, and Melbourne Markets in VIC.

All batches with a date marking up to and including 20 11 25 are included in this recall.

Food products contaminated with Salmonella may cause illness if consumed.

Consumers should not eat this product. Consumers should return the product(s) to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.

Contact details for the manufacturer are available via the FSANZ website.

03/11/2025

‼️ RECALL‼️ Lion – Beer, Spirits & Wine Pty Ltd - LITTLE CREATURES LITTLE HAZY LAGER 375mL

Products affected may contain excess alcohol and carbonation, which can lead to over-pressurisation of the can. This may cause the can to burst, potentially resulting in injury

Lion – Beer, Spirits & Wine Pty Ltd are conducting a recall of the above product. The product has been available for sale in Dan Murphy’s and BWS in NSW, QLD, VIC and WA. The product has also been available in IGA & Independent liquor retailers in NSW. The product has also been available in Coles in WA.

Date Marking: Best Before 10/11/2025

Problem:

Secondary fermentation.
Food safety hazard:
Products affected may contain excess alcohol and carbonation, which can lead to over-pressurisation of the can. This may cause the can to burst, potentially resulting in injury.
What to do:

Consumers should not open or drink this product. Please dispose of it safely. For safe disposal instructions and to arrange reimbursement, contact Lion – Beer, Spirits & Wine Pty Ltd. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.

For further information please contact:

Lion – Beer, Spirits & Wine Pty Ltd
13 15 13
LionConnect@lionco.com

https://www.lionco.com

Related Links:
Lion - Beer, Spirits & Wine Pty Ltd - LITTLE CREATURES LITTLE HAZY LAGER 375mL Recall Notice PDF[208kb].pdf

31/10/2025

Have a look at this amazing craftsmanship from Foodie Shots. A true masterpiece created in 15 minutes, live at the Good Food & Wine Show in Brisbane last week. Well done!

I love being able to work with a range of clients and bring to life their food or product. Here is Fermentalists Hot Honey and I just had to highlight that delicious spicy glow. Playing with shadow on the background adds a subtle interest without taking away from the hero.

We captured this recently at the Brisbane Good Food & Wine Show as part of our partnership where we come in and provide a free 15min session with exhibitors and then a complimentary image.

Be sure to follow the Fermentalists and support another amazing Australian small business.

30/10/2025

‼️ RECALL‼️Muscle Nation Supplements Pty Ltd - Custard Protein Bar Cookies and Cream 60g

The recall is due to the presence of undeclared allergen (gluten) on the outer display box. Product display box contains 'gluten free' claim, which is not correct. The protein bars themselves have the correct labelling.

Muscle Nation Supplements Pty Ltd are conducting a recall of the above product. This recall only applies to those products that have been stocked in the box pictured above with a “gluten free” claim. The product has been available for sale at Coles and Woolworths stores in NSW, ACT, QLD, VIC, TAS, SA, and WA. This product was also made available online via Amazon.

Date Marking: BBD: 08/12/26 BBD: 09/12/26

Food safety hazard:
Any consumers who have a gluten allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed.

What to do:
Consumers who have a gluten allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. Consumers should return the product(s) to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.

For further information please contact:
Muscle Nation Supplements Pty Ltd

admin@musclenationofficial.com

www.musclenation.org

Related Links
File
Muscle Nation Supplements Pty Ltd - Muscle Nation Custard Protein Bar Cookies and Cream 60g - Recall Notice [230kB].pdf