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Sanitarium's proposed acquisition of Vita Brits not opposed

01 November, 2024

The ACCC will not oppose Weet-Bix maker Sanitarium's proposal to acquire competing wheat biscuit cereal Vita Brits from Nestlé.


Kilcoy Global Foods acquires Tyson Foods Australia's Coominya Operation

01 November, 2024

Kilcoy Global Foods has officially taken ownership of burger patty giant Tyson Foods Australia's Coominya Operation.


Gelato ingredients distribution agreement in Australia

31 October, 2024

Master Martini Australia and Invidia Foods have established an agreement to supply and distribute gelato ingredients Australia-wide.


Cream of the crop: Australian Grand Dairy Awards announced

31 October, 2024

The nation's best dairy products were recognised at the 26th Australian Grand Dairy Awards on 30 October, with two WA producers claiming the Grand Champion titles.


Aussie yoghurt making waves in Saudi Arabia

30 October, 2024

Australian food and beverage products are being exported globally — with The Yoghurt Shop being one of the newest additions to the Saudi Arabian market.


Mars Petcare Wodonga to power up with renewables

30 October, 2024

Construction is underway on the $39.3 million Mars Wodonga Solar Thermal Plant, which is set to make it Australia's first large-scale food manufacturing facility powered entirely by renewable energy by 2026.


Aussie coffee drink experience is being exported to the UK

30 October, 2024

Australian 'ready to drink' coffee brand Hunt and Brew has launched in the UK.


GS Holdings to acquire Octopus Distribution Networks

30 October, 2024

GS Holdings has signed a binding agreement to acquire Octopus Distribution Networks, a Singapore-based integrated beverage solutions group, for AU$13.6 million.


Varietals on trend at 2024 Australian International Olive Awards

28 October, 2024

Single varietal olive oils were the on-trend winners at this year's Australian International Olive Awards, which were announced on 25 October.


Pernod Ricard Winemakers acquisition not opposed by ACCC

25 October, 2024

The ACCC will not oppose the proposed acquisition of Pernod Ricard Winemakers by Australian Wine HoldCo Limited (AWL) through its subsidiary, Accolade.


Free UTS workshop for NSW manufacturers to help boost innovation

25 October, 2024

The complimentary digital transformation workshop is put forward as a way to reassess strategic priorities, identify skills gaps and access further resources.


Call for comment on food made from a GM corn line

23 October, 2024

FSANZ is calling for comment on permitting food derived from a new genetically modified corn line after it found no safety concerns with the food.


Synlait Milk CEO resigns

23 October, 2024

After nearly three years in the role, Grant Watson has resigned as CEO of Synlait Milk.


Workplace Health & Safety Show in Sydney

18 October, 2024

Workplace Health & Safety Show returns to Sydney Showground on 23–24 October 2024.


Food and drink trends that will disrupt the status quo in 2025

17 October, 2024

Growing popularity of weight-loss drugs, changing consumer preferences, food supply disruptions and hybrid harvests are some of the trends that will shape the global food and drink industry in the years ahead.


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