Farmers2Founders program links farmers to agtech providers
17 December, 2019The Farmers2Founders Business Growth Bootcamp allows eight farmers and agtech businesses to access resources and mentoring over a three-month program.
Winners announced for WorldStar Packaging Awards
16 December, 2019 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingThe winners of the WorldStar Packaging Awards have been announced, with Australian and New Zealand companies earning 13 wins across six categories.
Swine fever defences get $66m boost from government
12 December, 2019Australia's defences against African Swine Fever will be boosted by a $66m package, providing more sniffer dogs, biosecurity offers and X-ray machines.
The growing convergence of environment and health
10 December, 2019 | Supplied by: Tetra PakA Tetra Pak report has revealed that health and environment are merging for consumers, creating opportunities for the food and beverage industries.
Drought burning Aussie winter crop production: ABARES
09 December, 2019Drought continues to decrease Australia's crop production, with ABARES predicting a significant drop in winter crop production to 29.4 million tonnes.
Maxum Foods predicts surge in cheese capacity in Europe
05 December, 2019 | Supplied by: Maxum Foods Pty LtdA Global Dairy Commodity Update indicates an expansion in milk supply for December 2019, while increased cheese capacity in Europe could bolster supplies.
Four Pillars Gin is the International Gin Producer of the Year
04 December, 2019Four Pillars is the first Australian distillery to be awarded the 2019 International Gin Producer of the Year at the IWSC in London.
Australasian Packaging & Innovation Awards taking entries
03 December, 2019 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingEntries are open for the 2020 Australasian Packaging & Innovation Awards, which recognise those who have contributed to the packaging industry.
Huge growth forecast for Australian Halal food market
02 December, 2019The State of the Global Islamic Economy Report revealed that there are many opportunities available for Australian food manufacturers in Islamic markets.
China's Mengniu Dairy acquires Lion Dairy and Drinks
29 November, 2019 | Supplied by: Lion CoChina's Mengniu Dairy has acquired Lion Dairy & Drinks for AU$600 million, prompting politicians to call for a senate inquiry.
Government approves FTAs with Peru, Hong Kong and Indonesia
29 November, 2019The approval of free trade agreements with Peru, Hong Kong and Indonesia is expected to increase markets for wine trade in South East Asia and South America.
Packaged beverages trends: beer, wine, spirits and non-alcoholic
28 November, 2019While traditional drinks will take the lion's share of the over 950 billion litres of packaged beverages consumed worldwide this year, vermouth, craft beer and exotic fruit flavours are on the rise.
Food and grocery manufacturing generates $7.8bn in SE Qld
27 November, 2019An economic snapshot has revealed that the food and grocery manufacturing industry has generated $7.68 billion in South East Queensland over the last year.
Australian Government supports dairy industry with $1.5m in grants
27 November, 2019The Australian Government will allocate $1.51 million in grants to Australian Dairy Farmers and Dairy Australia to enable a more transparent dairy sector.
Aussie households underestimating their food waste
27 November, 2019A report released by Fight Food Waste CRC revealed that Australians are motivated to waste less food, but greatly underestimate the quantity of food they waste.
