Nestlé Oceania announced that its popular Smarties confectionery range has been switched to recyclable paper packaging in Australia.
The year everything about fresh produce consumption changed
A study into consumer shopping and consumption behaviour during the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the important role of Australian horticulture in helping people find health and wellbeing.
Coca-Cola joins global renewable energy initiative
Coca-Cola Amatil has joined the global RE100 renewable energy initiative and committed to power its entire operations, spanning six countries, with 100% renewable electricity by by 2025 in Australia and New Zealand.
Arnott’s Group launches inaugural Graduate Program
The Arnott’s Group has launched a new graduate program to grow local talent and inspire future leaders, helping them to develop, build networks and make a real impact while working across its portfolio of brands.
Calabria Family Wines has acquired McWilliam’s Wines
Riverina and Barossa Valley winemaker Calabria Family Wines has acquired a piece of Australian wine history, McWilliam’s Wines.
Excise tax too much according to ADA
Stu Gregor is an upbeat guy. The rigours of the past 12 months could have been testing for many industries, but the boutique spirits industry is doing okay, according the founder of Four Pillars Gin.
Tips for selecting the right EHS system for your business
Choosing the right management system for environment, health and safety (EHS) is an important decision with implications for the safety of your employees and the environment, for compliance with regulations, and for your budget.
Nestlé opens new plant-based manufacturing facility in Asia
Nestlé has doubled down on its commitment to invest heavily in plant-based food products across Asia after opening a new plant-based manufacturing facility in Malaysia.
AIP to host virtual sessions at FoodTech PackTech
The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) will be hosting four virtual sessions at this year’s FoodTech PackTech trade show in New Zealand on April 14.
$450m industrial precinct built at Bankstown Airport
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, Sydney Freezers and Beijer Ref are to construct a purpose-built facilities at Bankstown Airport in South West Sydney. The new $450m industrial estate, named Altitude, is owned in partnership by Aware Super and Altis Property Partners.
Food waste to help sustainably farm fish
A study done by the University of Western Australia (UWA) has found that food scraps can be used to raise black solider fly larvae which could act as a nutritional food source for farmed fish.
Modular coolrooms – the next generation of refrigerated storage
With traditional refrigerated storage options lacking in size and functionality; Prestige Modular Coolrooms has created a product solution that meets both size and scalability requirements across the industry.
EU to restrict haloumi production
Announced last week, the European Union (EU) has ruled to restrict the manufacturing of haloumi cheese for any companies outside Cyprus, due to marketing under that name.
The Port of Melbourne to host Bega’s Purple Hive Project
Under the National Bee Pest Surveillance Program, Bega Cheese and Agriculture Victoria are partnering to investigate biosecurity threats to Australian bees.
The risks rising temperatures pose to the Australian agriculture industry
A report released by the Australian Academy of Science has synthesised the effects that an increase of 3°C will have on Australian ecosystems, humans and agriculture.
Beca F&B Sound Bites: Is the meat processing industry ready to meet the challenge?
Welcome to F&B Sounds Bites, a podcast on hot topics, trends and challenges for professionals in the engine room behind the Food and Beverage industry hosted by Hamish McCook.
Alcoholic beverage industry benefits from roadmap
The Food and Beverage Manufacturing Roadmap released on Monday earlier this week was a welcomed plan by many. One company happy to see this plan is Alcohol Beverages Australia.
GS1 signs Result Group as new Strategic Alliance Partner
Melbourne-based supplier of innovative equipment and materials, Result Group, has joined GS1 Australia as a Strategic Alliance Partner to help drive its growth in the Australian market.
Chicken continues to be the choice protein in 2021
A study done by the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) has predicted that chicken will continue to be the favoured consumer protein choice.
Food and Beverage National Manufacturing Roadmap released
Released as the fourth out of six key areas under the Australian Governments ‘Modern Manufacturing Strategy’ (MMS), the food and beverage roadmap looks to double the value of Australia’s food and beverage manufacturing by 2030 while increasing the sectors agility, scalability and resilience.