ACCC approves Mengniu-Lion deal
25 February, 2020The ACCC has said that it will not oppose the acquisition of Lion Dairy & Drinks by China Mengniu Dairy, after considering its impact on competition.
Prepared meals sector gathers strength in China
24 February, 2020The prepared meals sector is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 7.4% from 2018–2023, according to a report released by GlobalData.
Unilever to stop marketing ice cream to kids
20 February, 2020Unilever plans to stop marketing its ice cream products to kids under 12, with every ice cream in Wall's kids' range to have no more than 110 calories.
Aquaculture growth in Qld
20 February, 2020The annual Aquaculture Production Summary has revealed significant growth in the Queensland aquaculture industry.
Drought, bushfires and coronavirus lead to summer slump
18 February, 2020Although the food and beverage index remains strong, Ai Group's Australian Performance of Business Index indicates a summer slump overall.
Nut of note: macadamia relaunch
13 February, 2020A group of macadamia producers has relaunched under a new, grower-owned brand — Marquis Macadamias.
Implications of Coronavirus (COVID-19) for food processing
13 February, 2020 by QAPartners | Supplied by: Quality AssociatesFood manufacturers and businesses must review and revise their food safety management framework, due to the recent outbreak of novel coronavirus.
FSANZ reviewing standards for 'high-risk' horticulture
12 February, 2020 | Supplied by: Food Standards Australia New ZealandFSANZ is calling for comment on a proposal to develop processing standards for 'high-risk' horticulture including leafy vegies, melons and berries.
Third annual Beamex Users Group meeting
12 February, 2020 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdThe third annial Beamex Users Group meeting will be held on 24–25 February 2020 and is free for all to attend.
$1 million package to support Qld beekeepers
12 February, 2020A $1 million support package for Queensland's beekeeping industry will fund the waiver for permit fees and provide free access to bee feed sugar.
That's Amore cheese and gelato win dairy awards
10 February, 2020Cheesemaker That's Amore Cheese has received two awards at the Australian Grand Dairy Awards for its Diavoletti cheese and Gelato Tartufo.
Grounded breaks internationally with Seeds of Change Accelerator
06 February, 2020 | Supplied by: Food Innovation Australia LimitedGrounded was one of six Australian-based start-ups in the 2019 Seeds of Change Accelerator, a partnership with FIAL and MARS Food Australia.
Rising trend of recalls due to undeclared allergens
05 February, 2020 | Supplied by: Food Standards Australia New Zealand2019 saw an increase in Salmonella-related recalls in Australia but the rising trend over the past decade relates to recalls due to undeclared allergens.
Honey supply threat following bushfires
05 February, 2020Beekeepers in Qld, NSW and Vic need help following drought and bushfires, with the devastation to bees threatening honey supplies and other crops.
$2.5 million support package for Victorian wine industry
03 February, 2020A $2.5 million support package has been developed for Victorian wine growers, to provide grants for growers whose grapes have been affected by smoke.
