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.
IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2022 announced
14 September, 2022The IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2022 have been announced at a ceremony that took place at the IDF World Dairy Summit in New Delhi, India.
Australian manufacturing venture with vegan food
14 September, 2022Cale & Daughters has announced that it will begin manufacturing plant-based cheese and meat products in Australia, as part of a joint venture with Israeli co-op Vgarden.
New initiatives to address skills and labour shortages
09 September, 2022Broader labour shortages in Australia have impacted food and beverage manufacturers so the recent Jobs and Skills Summit has been welcomed as a first step to address this issue.
