$500m pumped into Australia's agrifoodtech sector in 2021
27 October, 2022An agrifoodtech sector report shows investors tipped more than half a billion dollars into Australian startups last year, and predicts a bright outlook for 2022.
Budget 22/23 — is it enough for the manufacturing industry?
26 October, 2022Last night, Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down an updated Australian Federal Budget with key economic forecasts.
Australian Lamb Company bought by Minerva Australia
26 October, 2022Minerva Australia has acquired 100% of issued shares in Australian Lamb Company for AU$400 million.
Federal government to boost funding for Factory of the Future
25 October, 2022The federal government has announced support for the expansion of the Factory of the Future in Adelaide.
SPC Baked Beans awarded consumers' favourite by Canstar Blue
24 October, 2022The SPC Baked Beans range has been awarded the best on the market by Australian consumers, according to Canstar Blue's first-ever baked beans review.
Wine initiative is sharing the drop across Japan and Korea
19 October, 2022Australia's Minister for Trade Don Farrell has announced that Rosemary Macdonald and Suzie Chung will be Wine Country Managers for Japan and Korea, respectively, in a wine industry initiative.
US regulatory framework to reduce salmonella from poultry products
18 October, 2022The USDA has released a proposed regulatory framework to control salmonella contamination in poultry products.
Oterra acquires Akay Group
18 October, 2022 | Supplied by: Oterra Australia Pty LtdGlobal supplier of natural colours Oterra has announced that the acquisition of India's Akay Group is now complete.
Carman's acquires snacking brand Fruit Wise
12 October, 2022The founder of Australian business Carman's, Carolyn Creswell, has announced the acquisition of family-owned snacking brand Fruit Wise.
Australian beverage companies increase sugar reduction target
29 September, 2022A group of Australia's largest soft drink makers has committed to increase its Sugar Reduction Pledge from 20 to 25% by 2025 for all non-alcohol beverages.
NZ wine industry welcomes increased seasonal worker cap
28 September, 2022New Zealand Winegrowers welcomes the announcement that the government has increased the RSE cap to 19,000, providing 3000 additional places.
Unilever CEO announces intention to retire at end of 2023
27 September, 2022Unilever CEO Alan Jope intends to retire from the company at the end of 2023, five years after being appointed in January 2019.
Patties and Vesco to be acquired by PAG
23 September, 2022Asia–Pacific-focused investment firm PAG has announced that it has entered into agreements to acquire both Patties Foods (Patties) and Vesco Foods (Vesco).
Intent Group joins Argon & Co ANZ
23 September, 2022 | Supplied by: Argon & Co ANZGlobal management consultancy firm Argon & Co announced that it has been joined by Intent Group in New Zealand.
The National Seafood Industry Awards 2022 winners
19 September, 2022From best fish and chips to outstanding seafood industry leaders and producers, winners of the National Seafood Industry Awards 2022 have been announced.
