AFGC maps out electrification pathway for manufacturers
12 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Australian Food & Grocery CouncilThe Australian Food and Grocery Council has partnered with EnergyLink Services on a new Electrification Fact Sheet, including actionable steps for the next stage of decarbonisation.
Mainland Group sale to Lactalis for $4.22bn now unconditional
10 March, 2026Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has confirmed that the agreement to sell its global consumer and associated businesses Mainland Group to Lactalis for $4.22 billion is now unconditional.
Avocados Australia partners on education initiatives in Malaysia
06 March, 2026With strong demand for Australian avocados in Malaysia, the industry has signed two agreements to deepen its collaboration with the country that extends beyond trade.
ABARES predicts Australia's produce will exceed $100bn in 2026–27
03 March, 2026The multibillion-dollar farm gate value together with record exports are forecast for Australia's agricultural production this financial year in ABARE's latest report released today (3 March).
Nutrient content claims on alcohol, Australian research
03 March, 2026Two Australian studies reveal how nutrition claims on alcohol and zero-alcohol products are impacting consumers, with researchers highlighting regulatory grey zones.
Public consultation about restricting infant formula marketing in Australia
27 February, 2026A consultation survey has opened about the government developing mandatory controls to restrict the marketing of infant formula in Australia.
Record-breaking $3.5bn year for Aussie fresh produce exports
25 February, 20262024/25 saw rising exports of fresh produce into China and $1.3bn worth of almond exports, making it Australia's strongest year on Hort Innovation's record.
Nestlé's 2025 results and focused strategy for 2026
24 February, 2026Nestlé has released its full-year results for 2025, along with its 2026 strategy which is focused on four of its strongest business portfolios.
Amcor wins twice at WorldStar for its recycle-ready packs
23 February, 2026 | Supplied by: Amcor GlobalAmcor wins two WorldStar Global Packaging Awards for its AmPrima recycle-ready shredded cheese packs, which are now in market with Fonterra Oceania.
Fellowship program for future food innovations in Australia
17 February, 2026Australia is getting a new national fellowship program focused on providing support for food and beverage innovations, which is being sponsored by Seedlab Australia.
Suntory Oceania appoints new CMO
11 February, 2026Bríd Drohan-Stewart will join Suntory Oceania in April as its chief marketing officer of non-alcoholic brands such as Suntory BOSS CoAee.
Fonterra announces Mainland Group leadership change
11 February, 2026Fonterra announced that René Dedoncker has resigned, but is planning to lead Mainland Group through the divestment to Lactalis ownership.
foodpro 2026 now open for registrations
03 February, 2026 | Supplied by: Diversified Communications AustraliaReturning to Melbourne with over 400 suppliers exhibiting food and beverage processing equipment and more, foodpro is now open for registrations.
Wine sectors warns of demand crisis, calling for govt investment
02 February, 2026Australian Grape & Wine calls for federal government to invest in preventative measures to help address oversupply and rebuild demand in the wine sector.
Afnor acquires HACCP Australia and HACCP International
30 January, 2026French standards and certification body Afnor has announced the acquisition of the HACCP Group of food safety and certification companies based in Australia.
