Food and drink consumer demand trends for 2023
14 November, 2022The top four key trends that could shape global food and drink industries in 2023, and beyond, have been announced by market research analyst Mintel.
Saputo Dairy Australia plans to close Vic facility
11 November, 2022Saputo Dairy Australia is closing its Maffra facility, while also shutting down its bulk powders production and cheese packaging areas at two other facilities.
Mrs Mac's Pie Company sold to Aus Pie Co
11 November, 2022One of Australia's largest pie manufacturers, Mrs Mac’s Pie Company, has been sold to Aus Pie Co.
Food security — a new inquiry for Australia
09 November, 2022The Australian Parliament has launched an inquiry into food security in Australia, and is calling for submissions.
a2 Milk receives approval to supply infant formula to USA
04 November, 2022New Zealand's The a2 Milk Company has advised that it has received FDA approval to supply its infant milk formula into the US.
$1.3 million program to grow the next-gen agriculture workforce
04 November, 2022Charles Sturt has partnered with the Anthony Costa Foundation, goFARM Australia and Australian Farming Services to offer more than $1.3 million in scholarships to students from a First Nations or low socioeconomic background.
Queensland Agricultural Awards recognise young producers
02 November, 2022The annual Queensland Agriculture Awards have been announced at the TropAg conference in Brisbane, with young emerging leaders recognised for their positive impacts.
On trend: the rise of protein alternatives
02 November, 2022Demand for protein alternatives has intensified and it looks like the trend is here to stay, according to GlobalData.
Norco wins excellence award
01 November, 2022Dairy co-operative wins Excellence in Large Business Award at 2022 Northern Rivers Business Awards.
Food price inflation reaches 9%
31 October, 2022As expected, the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data from the ABS showed strong prices across all food grocery products, and more rises are likely to come.
Bega Cheese CEO resigns
31 October, 2022Bega Cheese has announced that Paul van Heerwaarden has decided that he will step down as Chief Executive Officer in the coming months.
Philadelphia cream cheese celebrates 50th milestone in SA
31 October, 2022Philadelphia cream cheese maker celebrates 50 years of manufacturing in South Australia.
New Zealand wine export value hits all-time high
28 October, 2022According to the New Zealand Winegrowers Annual Report for 2022, the value of New Zealand wine in international markets is stronger than ever.
$500m pumped into Australia's agrifoodtech sector in 2021
27 October, 2022An agrifoodtech sector report shows investors tipped more than half a billion dollars into Australian startups last year, and predicts a bright outlook for 2022.
Budget 22/23 — is it enough for the manufacturing industry?
26 October, 2022Last night, Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down an updated Australian Federal Budget with key economic forecasts.
