Norco, Australia’s largest and oldest dairy co-operative, has announced a milk price increase for May and June which will see a $1.6 million injection go towards supporting its farmer base following an exceptionally difficult period of production. Read more
Adelaide Hills producer, Ambleside Distillers, has received the award for “Best in Show” from Australia at the International London Spirits Competition 2022 for its Big Dry Gin. Read more
The Arnott’s Group will construct a multi-million-dollar manufacturing facility in Avondale, West Auckland, following the acquisition of local artisan cracker company, 180degrees, a year ago. Read more
Endeavour Group has announced that Alex Freudmann has resigned from his role as managing director for Dan Murphy’s and will return to the UK. Read more
Energy Action, an energy procurement and energy management business, is aiming to make energy simpler, cleaner and less costly through their upcoming online webinar on 19 May. Read more
The new Easidew Advanced Online Dew-Point Hygrometer from Michell Instruments measures dew point, moisture content and now also pressure. It features an easy-to-use touch screen interface for set up and operation. Read more
A study commissioned by not-for-profit, No Meat May, has found that Australians believe a meat-rich diet and optimal health are heavily interlinked. Experts have warned these perceptions could trigger more health issues than outcomes. Read more
Good Food Partners (GFP) has launched a range of low gluten oat porridges, set to appeal to the one in four Australians avoiding gluten for a variety of reasons. Read more
According to new research from the Fight Food Waste CRC, Australian households can save thousands of dollars each year using simple measures to reduce food waste. Read more
Australian dairy producers are set for another profitable season ahead – with record high milk pricing and favourable seasonable conditions. However, according to Rabobank’s just-released Australian Dairy 2022/23 Seasonal Outlook, risks are building. Read more
Scientists are working with a Victorian almond grower to trial an orchard redevelopment practice that is reducing the industry’s carbon footprint in the United States. Read more
Western Australian agrifood and beverage businesses have received a boost with $7 million available from Round Two of the state government’s Value Add Investment Grants program. Read more
Beak & Sons has unveiled new, fresh and playful creative branding this month, showcasing a modern take on their master butcher positioning and a holistic approach to introducing their new slow cooked range. Read more
A virtual catalogue on a national food industry website will allow export ready Queensland food and beverage suppliers to connect online with international markets. Read more
The Victorian state government is supporting local food producer, Purearth Foods, to make new products, boost sales in international markets and respond to supply chain risks. Read more
A $827,860 federal government grant will help boost red meat – including beef, sheepmeat and goatmeat – exports to the Middle East, North Africa and Southeast Asia by supporting market expansion and promoting Australian meat exports. Read more
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) have developed an electronic nose (e-nose) that can distinguish between different brands, origins and styles of whisky by “sniffing” the liquor. Read more
Charles Sturt University has signed a new five-year MoU with the NSW Wine Industry Association to advance the NSW wine and grape industries through research and growth of education and training opportunities in viticulture and oenology in the state. Read more
Introducing SuperSeed, Australia’s first plant-based ice creme made from hemp seed milk. SuperSeed is now available at independent grocers and health food stores across Victoria. Read more
Bega Cheese reported in a trading update to the ASX yesterday that although the brand is likely to experience a $40 million hit this financial year, COVID-19 associated costs are easing and the market is recovering. Read more