Pact Group's acquisition of Synergy Packaging not opposed by ACCC
26 May, 2022 | Supplied by: Australian Competition & Consumer CommissionPact's proposed acquisition of Synergy will not be blocked by the ACCC, due to the two companies targeting different audiences.
ACCC investigation leads to chicken contract changes
26 May, 2022 | Supplied by: Australian Competition & Consumer CommissionSome large chicken meat processors have adopted new contract terms that are designed to prevent unfair conditions for growers.
F&B advisor joins provenance platform
25 May, 2022 | Supplied by: Orijin PlusOrijin Plus has expanded its workforce through the hiring of an F&B industry expert as it approaches the international launch of its provenance platform.
George Weston Foods' new Mauri flour mill in Ballarat
24 May, 2022 | Supplied by: George Weston Foods LimitedInvestment in a Victorian flour mill will lead to the creation of hundreds of jobs.
2022 DIAA dairy product award winners announced
24 May, 2022 | Supplied by: Dairy Industry Association of AustraliaWinners of the 2022 DIAA Australian Dairy Product Competition have been announced.
NZ liquor importers fined for improperly labelled bottles
24 May, 2022 | Supplied by: New Zealand Food SafetyAn Auckland liquor importing company has been fined for attempting to sell product without legitimate bottle labels and avoiding consumer protection rules.
AUSPACK transitions to APPEX
19 May, 2022 | Supplied by: APPMAAUSPACK is changing its name and broadening its reach to become APPEX in 2024.
Victorian lamb showcased to international chefs
18 May, 2022 | Supplied by: Victorian GovernmentThe Lambassador program is seeing chefs welcomed into Australia to learn about Victoria's lamb industry and boost the popularity of the meat.
UQ receives funds to boost innovation in food and beverage
16 May, 2022 | Supplied by: University of QueenslandThe University of Queensland has secured federal government commercial research funding to help it boost growth and innovation in the food and beverage sector.
UQ grants for fledgling agrifood businesses
13 May, 2022Better beer, exotic mushrooms and probiotic-fuelled lettuces are just some of the eclectic food research innovations supported by the University of Queensland grants program.
Entry opens for SA Food and Beverage Industry Awards
13 May, 2022The awards recognise promising and innovative businesses and individuals from the South Australian food and beverages industry.
Excitement rises for AUSPACK 2022 next week
13 May, 2022The event will showcase technologies and innovations in the packaging sector and runs from 17–20 May, with seminars, talks and demonstrations.
Food company fined for forklift accident
10 May, 2022 | Supplied by: WorkSafe VictoriaA food wholesaler has been fined $35,000 after a worker sustained serious injuries when he was struck by a forklift.
Foodmach turns 50
10 May, 2022This month, Foodmach celebrates its 50th year of trading. And what a journey it's been.
APCO CEO Brooke Donnelly to leave position
06 May, 2022 | Supplied by: Australian Packaging Covenant OrganisationAfter a five-year stint, the CEO of the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation will be leaving the role and moving onto new challenges.
