Aussies still hungry for hot cross buns
30 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Coles Group & Myer Corporate ServicesHot-cross bun mania has hit Australia this Easter, with Coles preparing to sell more than 55 million of the seasonal staple.
Tasmanian distillery wins global award for best design
30 March, 2026Tasmania's LARK Distillery has been recognised at the 2026 World Whiskies Awards for the distinctive design of its new packaging.
ARBS 2026 Awards finalists announced
30 March, 2026 | Supplied by: ARBS Exhibitions Pty LtdA wide range of innovators across HVAC&R, building services and technology have been nominated as finalists for this year's ARBS2026 Awards.
Food Standards Board appoints new Acting Chair
26 March, 2026The acting arrangements will maintain stable leadership and ensure continuity for Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ).
Australian wine welcomes A-EU trade deal but meat industry not happy
25 March, 2026Australian Grape & Wine has welcomed key elements of the Australia–European Union Free Trade Agreement, but the Australian red meat industry says it's the worst deal.
FSANZ approves caffeine proposal and formula additive
25 March, 2026The Food Standards Australia and New Zealand Board has approved a caffeine risk proposal and permits application for an infant formula additive.
Unilever in discussions about its Foods business
23 March, 2026On 20 March, Unilever issued a statement in response to recent speculation about a potential transaction involving its Foods business.
Late‑Model Dairy Manufacturing and Packaging Equipment Offered by Auction in Victoria
23 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Manheim Industrial AustraliaA comprehensive range of late‑model dairy manufacturing and packaging equipment is being offered to the market by Online BidNow Auction.
Call for legislation and greater Indigenous control over native foods
18 March, 2026As Australia's native food industry booms, emerging Aboriginal leaders and experts call for government action to protect against cultural appropriation.
Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell announces resignation
16 March, 2026Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has today (16 March 2026) announced that Chief Executive Officer Miles Hurrell has resigned, after a 25-year career with the Co-op.
TasFoods Ltd has gone into voluntary administration
16 March, 2026Following the unsuccessful attempt to sell its poultry brand, Nichols Poultry, TasFoods Ltd has entered into voluntary administration.
AIFST and foodpro partnership in July 2026
13 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Diversified Communications Australiafoodpro 2026 and AIFST26 conference will run concurrently in Melbourne from 26–29 July, with the two-day conference covering food safety, sensory science and much more.
Australian beverage sector has a record summer
13 March, 2026 | Supplied by: UnleashedThere was a summer surge of revenue for Aussie beverage manufacturers in Q4 2025, according to the latest Manufacturing Health Index from Unleashed.
AFGC maps out electrification pathway for manufacturers
12 March, 2026 | Supplied by: Australian Food & Grocery CouncilThe Australian Food and Grocery Council has partnered with EnergyLink Services on a new Electrification Fact Sheet, including actionable steps for the next stage of decarbonisation.
Mainland Group sale to Lactalis for $4.22bn now unconditional
10 March, 2026Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has confirmed that the agreement to sell its global consumer and associated businesses Mainland Group to Lactalis for $4.22 billion is now unconditional.
