Industry News
Ecofriendly distillery announced for China
Diageo will build a distillery to produce the company's first China-origin single malt whisky. [ + ]
Understanding how consumers view sustainability
A newly published journal article outlines how consumer and dairy industry definitions of sustainability can differ. [ + ]
Scientists search for impact of smoke on grapes
An American university has been granted funding to research the impact of smoke on grapes and how to prevent damage to wines. [ + ]
South Australia wins big in olive oil awards
The state represented a significant number of winners at the Australian International Olive Oil Awards. [ + ]
AFGC supports net zero commitment
Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) confirms its support for the net zero emissions target by 2050 and will work with government to achieve it. [ + ]
Australian wine industry must plan for shipping disruptions
The wine industry is being urged to consciously plan and collaborate in the face of disruptions in the shipping and freight industries. [ + ]
November dairy market holds steady
Monthly analysis shows that the dairy market will likely hold steady, despite supply issues and a change in market conditions. [ + ]
Product of the Year winners announced
The 37 products, spanning over 30 categories, were selected by a panel of judges and voted on by over 5000 consumers. [ + ]
Researchers breed sorghum for puffy popped properties
Researchers in Texas are developing a sorghum crop that is ideal for popping and may be beneficial in other food applications such as museli bars and sweets. [ + ]
Australians drank responsibly during lockdowns
An analysis of wastewater by the Australian Government shows Australians drank responsibly, allaying fears of overconsumption during lockdowns. [ + ]
Coca-Cola to exit beer and cider market in Australia
A new strategy sees Coca-Cola move on from the brewing business, as it looks to sell its craft beer outfit Feral Brewing Company. [ + ]
Three major food trends for 2022
A newly published report outlines three trends in food that will be seen around the world in 2022. [ + ]
Panel to be established over Australia–China wine dispute
The establishment of the panel concerns economic actions taken by China regarding Australian wine imports. [ + ]
Company fined for illegally selling imported food
The company had been selling and distributing food without being approved to do so under Australia's biosecurity laws. [ + ]
New partnership to see prebiotic ingredient on ANZ shores
The prebiotic ingredient Bimuno might soon be distributed to food manufacturers after a partnership was announced with a local distributor. [ + ]