Industry News
Report: Wine industry facing five unique challenges
Research from Rabobank shows that while the wine industry is currently facing problems, responding to them cleverly could alleviate their impact. [ + ]
FSANZ appoints new CEO
Dr Sandra Cuthbert is now the permanent Chief Executive Officer of FSANZ after serving as its interim CEO since last year. [ + ]
Australia–India partnership an opportunity for winemakers
This agreement is seen as an opportunity for Australia's wine industry in the Indian market while allowing it to recover from the market loss in China. [ + ]
Canberra brewery achieves carbon-neutral status
The brewery has achieved carbon-neutral certification for both its products and operations and hopes other brewers can follow in its footsteps. [ + ]
FSANZ seeks to align its code to international terminology
The ANZ food standards body is seeking to align local and international terminology regarding the use of certain chemicals in food production. [ + ]
Dairy Innovation Awards open for entries
Focusing on sustainability and innovative practices, the IDF Dairy Innovation Awards are designed to celebrate competitors from around the world. [ + ]
How does the Budget impact food manufacturing?
The industry reaction to the federal Budget 2022–23 was mainly positive thanks to funding for manufacturing, upskilling and regional businesses. [ + ]
Dairy producer uses carbon-neutral milk from SA
A South Australian producer of yoghurt, cheese, quark, cream and milk is fully embracing organic carbon-neutral dairy. [ + ]
PepsiCo aims for Net Water Positive by 2030
PepsiCo announces several new innovations, investments and partnerships to progress its ambition to be Net Water Positive by 2030. [ + ]
Frucor Suntory to build $400m factory in Qld
The multi-beverage factory in Ipswich is expected to be completed by mid-2024 and will include production, warehousing and distribution functions. [ + ]
Amcor receives packaging award nods
Three awards were handed out to Amcor at the 2022 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards, with the brand's sustainability and innovation being recognised. [ + ]
IMCD partners with SGProtein to develop new plant-based concepts
IMCD partners with SGProtein to develop plant-based concepts using high-moisture meat analogues (HMMAs) which can help to shorten time to market for new flavoured products. [ + ]
Yumbah wins national Responsible Producer Award
Yumbah Aquaculture is the national winner of the Responsible Producer Award at the 2022 Sustainable Seafood Awards Australia. [ + ]
NZ country of origin labelling rules now in place
New rules are in place for food labels in New Zealand, with fresh and thawed foods requiring information about their source. [ + ]
What goes into producing plant-based beverages?
Plant-based drinks will be on display at Anuga FoodTec this year, with producers offering a range of solutions and best practices for making the drinks. [ + ]
