Industry News
Aussie lolly brand to expand into the US market
From 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
The 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. [ + ]
NZ's winemaker and viticulturist awards announced
Nick Lamain becomes the 2026 Young Winemaker of the Year, and Kris Godsall is the 2026 Young Viticulturist of the Year. [ + ]
AIP celebrates World Packaging Day
The inaugural World Packaging Day will be held on 6 September, to reflect on the critical role packaging plays in modern society. [ + ]
Charting a path forward for a microbial food industry
Shifting the focus from technologies to predictable regulation strategies is critical for a successful microbial food industry, according to KAIST researchers. [ + ]
Platform launches in Australia to help lift automation adoption
Robotics Australia Group has launched an initiative that is designed to take the guesswork out of finding the right automation opportunities for Australian manufacturers. [ + ]
SPC Global delivers growth while building local and international partnerships
SPC Global delivers earnings growth and has also announced a proposed Middle East distribution partnership. [ + ]
AIP and Informa Markets expand their partnership across Asia
The Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP) is expanding its educational support to even more Informa shows, starting with 2027 Food & Hospitality Asia in Singapore. [ + ]
Barry Callebaut appoints new Chief Operating Officer
Thomas Gaengler is joining Barry Callebaut as Chief Operating Officer on 1 September 2026, coming from Mondelez International. [ + ]
Arnott's Group celebrates its suppliers at Sydney event
The Arnott's Group has celebrated the contributions of its supply partners across operations and supply chain, with awards handed out at its annual Supplier Forum. [ + ]
Record growth for food and grocery manufacturing sector, AFGC reports
The 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. [ + ]
eBeam technology evaluated for poultry food safety and flavour
Researchers are gauging the effectiveness of electron beams in the fight against foodborne illness pathogens in poultry. [ + ]
Snack brand Nibblish focused on sustainable business model
Nibblish is a New Zealand snack brand on a mission to make real fruit the star of the snack aisle. [ + ]
Making cultivated meat more viable by re-using waste
University of Queensland researchers have found a way to cut costs in cultivated meat production, which could help bring the industry closer to commercial-scale reality. [ + ]
WA-based Brownes Dairy is back on the market
China Mengniu Dairy Company has initiated a formal sale process for the 140-year-old dairy business in Western Australia, amid positive global market conditions. [ + ]
