Grants awarded to assist WA sheep producers and processors
15 September, 2026The second round grants of the Australian Government's $40m supply chain capacity program have been awarded to enhance on-farm and processing infrastructure.
Honey sensory innovator receives Seedlab Australia Churchill Fellowship
15 September, 2026Jessica Locarnini has been named as the inaugural recipient of this fellowship, supporting her work in developing honey sensory education in Australia.
Dr Mark Krstic is stepping down as MD of AWRI
08 September, 2026Following seven years of leadership and a total of 15 years of service to the AWRI, Dr Mark Krstic will be stepping down from the role at the end of 2026.
ARBSQLD returns to Brisbane in 2027
07 September, 2026 | Supplied by: ARBS Exhibitions Pty LtdQueensland’s air conditioning, refrigeration and building services sector is gearing up for the HVAC&R industry event in June next year.
Tetra Pak appoints new Managing Director of Oceania
07 September, 2026 | Supplied by: Tetra PakMichael Wu has been appointed to lead the company's operations in Australia and New Zealand, as Managing Director of Tetra Pak Oceania.
Aussie lolly brand to expand into the US market
03 September, 2026From 13 September, Australia-founded lolly brand FUNDAY will be launching five of its varieties into Target stores nationwide across the US.
Massey University expands its youth program across food and fibre sector
03 September, 2026The two educational programs planned for early 2027 are designed to provide Year 12 and 13 students with a first-hand look at the food and fibre sector in NZ.
AIP celebrates World Packaging Day
02 September, 2026 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingThe inaugural World Packaging Day will be held on 6 September, to reflect on the critical role packaging plays in modern society.
NZ's winemaker and viticulturist awards announced
02 September, 2026Nick Lamain becomes the 2026 Young Winemaker of the Year, and Kris Godsall is the 2026 Young Viticulturist of the Year.
SPC Global delivers growth while building local and international partnerships
31 August, 2026SPC Global delivers earnings growth and has also announced a proposed Middle East distribution partnership.
Barry Callebaut appoints new Chief Operating Officer
27 August, 2026 | Supplied by: Barry Callebaut Asia PacificThomas Gaengler is joining Barry Callebaut as Chief Operating Officer on 1 September 2026, coming from Mondelez International.
Record growth for food and grocery manufacturing sector, AFGC reports
27 August, 2026 | Supplied by: Australian Food & Grocery CouncilThe AFGC's State of Industry 2024–25 report shows record levels of turnover and employment, with food and grocery accounting for 33% of all manufacturing jobs in Australia.
WA-based Brownes Dairy is back on the market
24 August, 2026China Mengniu Dairy Company has initiated a formal sale process for the 140-year-old dairy business in Western Australia, amid positive global market conditions.
Australian Grape & Wine CEO to depart end of September
21 August, 2026Australian Grape & Wine's CEO Lee McLean announced his resignation today (21 August) after eight years with AGW, including four years as CEO.
Food ingredients specialist's solutions on show at Fi India 2026
21 August, 2026 | Supplied by: Barentz AustraliaBarentz will showcase its local food innovations at Fi India 2026, taking place from 26–28 August in Mumbai.
