Global food and drink trends for 2016
26 October, 2015As lifestyles shift and global markets influence how and what consumers purchase, food and drinks manufacturers must keep pace with an ever-evolving consumer landscape.
Boom time for Australian food and beverage exports
22 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Australian Food & Grocery CouncilAustralia's food and beverage exports rose by 28% in 2014–15, aided by a falling Australian dollar and improved market access from trade agreements, but further capital investment is required.
Better understanding of Qld's agricultural climate is just a click away
22 October, 2015The Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has released an online agricultural climate assessment tool, designed to assist producers and agribusiness investors looking to diversify production.
Chocolate lovers head to supermarket for their fix
15 October, 2015When it comes to buying chocolate, the supermarket aisle offers the greatest temptation to Australian consumers.
Customer service is more than a friendly smile
14 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Primary Communication Partners Pty LtdCustomer service is still key in retail, but it doesn't have to be limited to personal contact with staff members. Increasingly, customers want technology to form part of their in-store experience.
Krones BEVkeg wins packaging prize
08 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Krones (Thailand) Co LtdKrones has been awarded the German Packaging Prize in the beverage sales package category for its innovative BEVkeg.
When is an egg not free-range?
08 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Australian Competition & Consumer CommissionThe ACCC has released a guide to assist egg producers better understand their rights and obligations when promoting their products as free-range.
Trans-Pacific trade deal to eliminate 98% of tariffs
06 October, 2015
The federal government says the new Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement will deliver enormous benefits to Australia, including new opportunities in the rapidly growing Asia-Pacific region for businesses, farmers, manufacturers and service providers.
New seafood threat emerges: waste
30 September, 2015Overfishing, pollution and climate change are threatening global seafood resources. And now another threat has been identified that is closer to home — consumer waste.
Agriculture, food and beverage feature in top 500 private companies
30 September, 2015 | Supplied by: IBISWorldStrong growth for agriculture industries and associated food processing industries — particularly meat processing — have underpinned some of the major company movements in 2015.
Study: GMO labels not viewed as warnings
29 September, 2015As the US federal government contemplates preventing its states from legislating for mandatory GMO labelling, a study has revealed that such labels are not viewed as 'warnings' by consumers.
'Australian Made' applications are booming
25 September, 2015 | Supplied by: Australian Made Campaign LtdAustralian producers and manufacturers are rushing to brand products as genuinely Australian in an effort to demonstrate quality, safety and ethical values.
$50m on offer for rural R&D grants
25 September, 2015The federal government has announced it is accepting applications for funding grants under the second round of its Rural Research and Development for Profit program.
Application to add vitamins and minerals to nut- and seed-based beverages
25 September, 2015FSANZ has received an application seeking permission to voluntarily add vitamins and minerals to nut- and seed-based beverages.
Mars named among Australia's best workplaces
24 September, 2015For the fourth year in a row, Mars Australia has been recognised as one of Australia's best workplaces by the BRW Great Place to Work Awards.
