Pure Foods Tasmania has announced the appointment of Robert Knight as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, becoming effective on 1 July 2026. [ + ]

Result Group will demostrate its traceability and branding solution for fresh produce at Hort Connections 2026. [ + ]

Australian OEM HMPS is using the latest Rockwell Automation HMIs across its machinery range, including its latest Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) machines. [ + ]

Food Standards Australia New Zealand is calling for submissions on a proposal to develop a clearer regulatory framework that reflects the role of toddler milk as a supplementary food. [ + ]

Packserv has been appointed as the Australian distribution partner for SIAT's range of end-of-line packaging equipment, including case erectors, case sealers and pallet wrappers. [ + ]

Melbourne-based founder of the frank green re-usable water bottle has now developed a re-usable system of wrapping pallets that eliminates single-use plastic. [ + ]

Now in its sixth year, Meet the Buyer returns in 2026 to help connect Western Australia's food & beverage makers with buyers across local and export sectors. [ + ]

Greenspace has launched a commercial integration of its centralised Macrofarm in the Amora Hotel Brisbane, embedding food production directly at the hotel. [ + ]

There are new and returning categories across beer, wine, spirits and food in this year's Melbourne Royal Food Awards. [ + ]

Over 90% of Australian and New Zealand companies interviewed say digital transformation is now needed, according to the research report from Rockwell Automation. [ + ]

Three senior fresh produce industry leaders were appointed to IFPA A-NZ's board of directors on 14 May. [ + ]

Australian organic meat producer Hewitt has entered into an agreement to acquire Australian beef processing company Nolan Meats. [ + ]

A frozen food manufacturer has been convicted and fined after a worker's finger was lacerated in a dough-mixing machine. [ + ]

Amcor has developed a recycle-ready polypropylene (PP) pre-made dressing, condiment and sauce dip cup array to meet evolving sustainability regulations and demands. [ + ]

The expanded program aims to develop plant-based sweetening solutions tailored to the evolving formulation needs of various food and beverage categories. [ + ]