NZ appoints grocery sector commissioner
12 July, 2022The commissioner's duties would help to boost competitive behaviour in the country's supermarket sector.
Aus wine industry in Japan and S. Korea, report released
11 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Australian Grape & WineThe report outlines the perception of Australian wine and its industry in the two countries with insights set to help to the industry reach these markets.
Oterra acquires Akay Group
06 July, 2022 | Supplied by: OterraThe Danish natural colour supplier has bought Akay for an undisclosed amount, marking its fourth acquisition in 14 months.
FSANZ requests comments on additive for plant-based milk
04 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Food Standards Australia New ZealandAn application has been made to include plant sterols in milk alternatives and FSANZ wants your feedback.
Pacific nations meet to discuss food safety
04 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Department of AgricultureRepresentatives from Vanuatu, New Zealand and Fiji met in Australia to discuss the Codex Alimentarius.
USA to import New Zealand infant formula
04 July, 2022The US FDA has announced that NZ-made formula will be imported to help with product shortages.
Nestlé to acquire supplements and honey brands in NZ
01 July, 2022Nestlé Health Science has agreed to acquire Auckland-based company The Better Health Company, which includes its nutrition supplements and Manuka honey brands.
GDT acquisition completed
30 June, 2022 | Supplied by: FonterraThe dairy commodities platform has been acquired by Fonterra, New Zealand's Exchange and the European Energy Exchange.
Report: Food export restrictions don't prevent shortages
29 June, 2022A report from ABARES suggests that food export restrictions can actually hinder access to food, instead of boosting the local supply.
Tony Battaglene to depart Australian Grape & Wine as CEO
29 June, 2022 | Supplied by: Australian Grape & WineAfter more than 20 years at the wine industry body, the executive will be departing his position.
Dangerous bee pest detected in Port of Newcastle
28 June, 2022 | Supplied by: NSW Department of Primary IndustriesAfter Varroa mites were detected in NSW, a biosecurity zone was set up and beekeepers are being urged to be on the lookout for the pest.
Sealord partners with Infor in software deal
27 June, 2022 | Supplied by: InforSealord has entered into a partnership with Infor, which will be providing software to the seafood processor.
Vic grants provide big steps for small agribusinesses
27 June, 2022 | Supplied by: Victoria AgricultureThe Small-Scale and Craft Program is giving up to $15,000 to small businesses.
2022 PIDA Awards to be held at FoodTech Qld
23 June, 2022 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingThe PIDA awards will be handed out at a ceremony during the final day of the FoodTech Qld event.
Kellogg Company to split into three businesses
23 June, 2022 | Supplied by: Kellogg CompanyThe company's North American businesses will be splitting off, creating three distinct businesses that will operate independently.
