Industry News
New strategy for WA's growing distilling sector
The WA Government is backing the state's distilling industry with the launch of an industry strategy to grow and promote its local spirits. [ + ]
Indonesian premium mixer brand goes national
Candid Mixers has announced a nationwide distribution agreement with PT Sukanda Djaya (SKD), an Indonesian food and beverage distributor. [ + ]
Aussie chef to promote methane-reducing supplement
Sea Forest has partnered with Matt Moran to drive awareness in the agricultural sector around its methane-reducing feed supplement technology. [ + ]
Methane-buster wins AgTech Startup of the Year
CH4 Global has been recognised as a top player in the global agricultural and food technology markets. [ + ]
The Arnott's Group marks 160 years
The Arnott's Group has celebrated 160 years of the iconic Arnott's biscuit brand at its Huntingwood bakery in Western Sydney. [ + ]
Lactalis acquires Fonterra businesses for NZ$3.845bn
Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has agreed to the sale of its global consumer and associated businesses to Lactalis for NZ$3.845 billion. [ + ]
National Freight Strategy to strengthen supply chains
The AFGC has welcomed the updated National Freight and Supply Chain Strategy, saying it is a vital step toward supply chain resilience. [ + ]
Micro-abattoirs get green light in Victoria
The Victorian Government has made an amendment to the Victorian Planning Provisions to make it easier to establish micro-abattoirs. [ + ]
Nestlé innovation increases cocoa fruit yield
The new method utilises up to 30% more cocoa fruit to produce chocolate while still maintaining a great taste, the multinational said. [ + ]
Fonterra increases its farmgate milk price forecast
As well as lifting the FY25 forecast farmgate milk price, the NZ co-op has narrowed the FY26 range. [ + ]
Biofoam box project provides eco seafood storage
The new local project is looking to transform WA seafood packaging from recyclable to fully biodegradable. [ + ]
Food and grocery sector records impressive growth
An Australian Food and Grocery Council report has detailed strong growth for the sector, but states there's room for improvement. [ + ]
Foodmach partners with ACTIW Intralogistics
Foodmach has been appointed as an official partner for ACTIW Intralogistics and Joloda Hydraroll across Australia and NZ. [ + ]
NSW Govt scientist nets food safety award
Dr Sukhvinder Pal Singh has received AIFST's Food Safety Award 2025 for his contribution to the advancement of food safety in Australia. [ + ]
Government to develop national food security strategy
To inform the strategy, the government has released the 'Feeding Australia' discussion paper, which is now open for consultation. [ + ]