Fonterra increases its farmgate milk price forecast
21 August, 2025 | Supplied by: FonterraAs well as lifting the FY25 forecast farmgate milk price, the NZ co-op has narrowed the FY26 range.
Food and grocery sector records impressive growth
20 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Australian Food & Grocery CouncilAn Australian Food and Grocery Council report has detailed strong growth for the sector, but states there's room for improvement.
Foodmach partners with ACTIW Intralogistics
20 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Foodmach Pty LtdFoodmach has been appointed as an official partner for ACTIW Intralogistics and Joloda Hydraroll across Australia and NZ.
NSW Govt scientist nets food safety award
20 August, 2025Dr Sukhvinder Pal Singh has received AIFST's Food Safety Award 2025 for his contribution to the advancement of food safety in Australia.
Government to develop national food security strategy
14 August, 2025To inform the strategy, the government has released the 'Feeding Australia' discussion paper, which is now open for consultation.
Rising milk output impacts global dairy values
14 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Maxum Foods Pty LtdGlobal market fundamentals and product fair values are weakening with increasing milk output, according to the latest Global Dairy Commodity Update.
Health Star Ratings voluntary phase nears end
14 August, 2025Public health groups are calling for food ministers to provide a clear timeline for swift implementation of a mandatory Health Star Rating system.
Cattle prices continue to rise
11 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Rabobank AustraliaNational cattle prices continue to trend upward, with feeder steer and processor cow prices leading the way, says Rabobank Australia.
Manufacturing activity continues to weaken: survey
11 August, 2025The July Australian Industry Index has revealed that manufacturers continue to report very poor business conditions, citing trade disruptions and energy costs.
Call for comment on GM purple tomato
06 August, 2025Food Standards Australia New Zealand is calling for comment on an application to permit the sale and use of food derived from genetically modified tomato lines.
Productivity on the agenda for food and grocery manufacturing
04 August, 2025The food and grocery manfufacturing sector in Australia has set a goal to grow to $250bn by 2030, but AFGC says success will depend on a national commitment to innovation.
Aussie SMEs leaving billions of dollars in grants on the table
31 July, 2025 by Madonna Melrose, Director of Melrose International* | Supplied by: Melrose International Pty LtdFar too many Australian businesses overlook opportunities associated with government grant funding, according to Madonna Melrose, Director of grants specialist firm Melrose International.
Food inflation remains steady with a few exceptions
31 July, 2025Most food prices have remained steady this quarter except for coffee, chocolate, eggs and a few others, according to the latest data from the ABS.
Australian Food Ministers meet to discuss food regulations
28 July, 2025The latest Food Ministers' Meeting considered aligning food regulation to government obesity strategies, alcoholic beverage labelling and education about the HSR.
SnackHQ launched in Melbourne
28 July, 2025Founded by three former founders of Gourmet Food, the new snack food company is making all its snack food in-house at its food facility in Melbourne.
