Ripe returns
26 June, 2014 by Carwyn Williams*Avocados are not traditionally part of the Asian diet, but with markets in this region showing enormous growth potential, Carwyn Williams, director of Southern Produce at avocado exporting company Avanza, explains how the company has taken a pioneering approach to getting its avocados into Thailand.
$15m funding available for small exporters
15 May, 2014The government has followed through on its election promise to dedicate an additional $15 million in funding over the next four years to help small exporters deal with the cost of export fees and charges.
New 'pipeline' to deliver fresh Australian milk to China
01 May, 2014Norco and PGS have delivered a trial shipment of nearly 1000 litres of fresh milk to China in a new cold chain 'pipeline'. The commercially viable cold chain pipeline will open the door for millions of litres of fresh milk exports to China each year.
Australian Made logo attracts Asian shoppers
14 April, 2014Australian manufacturers and growers should take advantage of the fact that Asian shoppers look for the Australian Made, Australian Grown logo to identify authentic goods, said Ian Harrison, Australian Made Campaign chief executive.
FTA will reduce tariffs on Australian produce
09 April, 2014Australia's FTA with Japan will have positive implications for the Australian horticulture industry, with a range of fruit and vegetable commodities flagged for tariff elimination, AUSVEG says.
Industry welcomes Japanese Free Trade Agreement
08 April, 2014Australia's recently announced free trade agreement with Japan will mean significant gains for processed food exports, the AFGC says.
New members join Indonesia-Australia meat partnership
27 March, 2014Five new members have joined the Indonesia-Australia Partnership on Food Security in the Red Meat and Cattle Sector, including two with extensive exporting experience - one of whom is a major meat processor.
Industry welcomes Food To Asia Action Plan
06 March, 2014The Victorian Government's Food To Asia Action Plan is a positive step that will enhance competitiveness and growth in the domestic food processing sector, the AFGC says.
Bugger Holden - be sensible and invest in the food processing sector
12 December, 2013 by Janette WoodhouseIf the Australian Government really wants to enhance its manufacturing base and create jobs and export markets, it should look at investing in upgrading and automating the food processing sector.
Food touted as Australia's biggest export prospect
21 November, 2013Baby food, dairy and beer manufacturing are leading Australian export prospects, according to market analyst experts.
LGA offers support in Zebra Chip disease fight
08 November, 2013The Local Government Association of South Australia (LGA) has lent its support for AUSVEG's campaign to stop the import of fresh potatoes from New Zealand to prevent the spread of Zebra Chip disease.
Food industry well represented in Premier's NSW Export Awards
22 October, 2013NSW's best exporters were recognised on 16 October at the 2013 Premier's NSW Export Awards. The awards showcased a range of innovative companies across all export sectors, including those with links to the food industry.
After wine, Chinese consumers want a slice of cheese
21 October, 2013 by Brigit Busicchia, Macquarie UniversityDespite the fact that cheese is alien to traditional Chinese gastronomy, imports of processed cheese or "New World" cheese - as it is often called - have been growing at an impressive rate.
Chinese dairy export window of opportunity open
15 October, 2013The demand for dairy imports in China is forecast to grow for at least the next two years, a new Rabobank report says. According to the report, the demand comes as local milk production struggles under structural change in the supply chain.
Australian Made logo trademarked in South Korea
10 October, 2013The Australian Made, Australian Grown logo has been formally trademarked in South Korea, representing a major breakthrough for Australian exporters.
