Auckland to host IDF World Dairy Summit 2026, registrations now open
02 April, 2026Global dairy leaders will be heading to New Zealand (Aotearoa)this year for IDF WDS 2026; its theme is Healthy People, Healthy Planet and Healthy Economies.
A merging of flavours: Unilever Foods and McCormick
01 April, 2026Unilever has confirmed details of a transaction to merge its Foods business with McCormick, with the deal expected to be completed by mid-2027.
New Zealand Winegrowers appoints new CEO
31 March, 2026New Zealand Winegrowers has announced the appointment of Anishka Jelicich as its next Chief Executive Officer, commencing at the end of July 2026.
Fonterra completes sale of Mainland Group to Lactalis
31 March, 2026Fonterra Co-operative Group has today completed the sale of its Mainland Group to Lactalis, while retaining its core dairy business and the Anchor brand.
Tasmanian distillery wins global award for best design
30 March, 2026Tasmania's LARK Distillery has been recognised at the 2026 World Whiskies Awards for the distinctive design of its new packaging.
Australia’s sustainable seafood champions are winners
30 March, 2026Australia’s seafood leaders have been recognised for setting the benchmark in responsible seafood production at the 2026 Sustainable Seafood Awards.
ARBS 2026 Awards finalists announced
30 March, 2026 | Supplied by: ARBS Exhibitions Pty LtdA wide range of innovators across HVAC&R, building services and technology have been nominated as finalists for this year's ARBS2026 Awards.
Aussies still hungry for hot cross buns
30 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Coles Group & Myer Corporate ServicesHot-cross bun mania has hit Australia this Easter, with Coles preparing to sell more than 55 million of the seasonal staple.
Food Standards Board appoints new Acting Chair
26 March, 2026The acting arrangements will maintain stable leadership and ensure continuity for Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ).
Australian wine welcomes A-EU trade deal but meat industry not happy
25 March, 2026Australian Grape & Wine has welcomed key elements of the Australia–European Union Free Trade Agreement, but the Australian red meat industry says it's the worst deal.
FSANZ approves caffeine proposal and formula additive
25 March, 2026The Food Standards Australia and New Zealand Board has approved a caffeine risk proposal and permits application for an infant formula additive.
Unilever in discussions about its Foods business
23 March, 2026On 20 March, Unilever issued a statement in response to recent speculation about a potential transaction involving its Foods business.
Call for legislation and greater Indigenous control over native foods
18 March, 2026As Australia's native food industry booms, emerging Aboriginal leaders and experts call for government action to protect against cultural appropriation.
Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell announces resignation
16 March, 2026Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has today (16 March 2026) announced that Chief Executive Officer Miles Hurrell has resigned, after a 25-year career with the Co-op.
TasFoods Ltd has gone into voluntary administration
16 March, 2026Following the unsuccessful attempt to sell its poultry brand, Nichols Poultry, TasFoods Ltd has entered into voluntary administration.
