The Arnott's Group marks 160 years
27 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Arnott's Campbell's FoodserviceThe 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
25 August, 2025Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has agreed to the sale of its global consumer and associated businesses to Lactalis for NZ$3.845 billion.
Micro-abattoirs get green light in Victoria
25 August, 2025The Victorian Government has made an amendment to the Victorian Planning Provisions to make it easier to establish micro-abattoirs.
Fonterra increases its farmgate milk price forecast
21 August, 2025 | Supplied by: FonterraAs well as lifting the FY25 forecast farmgate milk price, the NZ co-op has narrowed the FY26 range.
Foodmach partners with ACTIW Intralogistics
20 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Foodmach Pty LtdFoodmach has been appointed as an official partner for ACTIW Intralogistics and Joloda Hydraroll across Australia and NZ.
NSW Govt scientist nets food safety award
20 August, 2025Dr Sukhvinder Pal Singh has received AIFST's Food Safety Award 2025 for his contribution to the advancement of food safety in Australia.
Food and grocery sector records impressive growth
20 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Australian Food & Grocery CouncilAn Australian Food and Grocery Council report has detailed strong growth for the sector, but states there's room for improvement.
Rising milk output impacts global dairy values
14 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Maxum Foods Pty LtdGlobal market fundamentals and product fair values are weakening with increasing milk output, according to the latest Global Dairy Commodity Update.
Health Star Ratings voluntary phase nears end
14 August, 2025Public health groups are calling for food ministers to provide a clear timeline for swift implementation of a mandatory Health Star Rating system.
Government to develop national food security strategy
14 August, 2025To inform the strategy, the government has released the 'Feeding Australia' discussion paper, which is now open for consultation.
Manufacturing activity continues to weaken: survey
11 August, 2025The July Australian Industry Index has revealed that manufacturers continue to report very poor business conditions, citing trade disruptions and energy costs.
Cattle prices continue to rise
11 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Rabobank AustraliaNational cattle prices continue to trend upward, with feeder steer and processor cow prices leading the way, says Rabobank Australia.
Call for comment on GM purple tomato
06 August, 2025Food Standards Australia New Zealand is calling for comment on an application to permit the sale and use of food derived from genetically modified tomato lines.
Productivity on the agenda for food and grocery manufacturing
04 August, 2025The food and grocery manfufacturing sector in Australia has set a goal to grow to $250bn by 2030, but AFGC says success will depend on a national commitment to innovation.
Aussie SMEs leaving billions of dollars in grants on the table
31 July, 2025 by Madonna Melrose, Director of Melrose International* | Supplied by: Melrose International Pty LtdFar too many Australian businesses overlook opportunities associated with government grant funding, according to Madonna Melrose, Director of grants specialist firm Melrose International.
