Health food company, Red Tractor, and Aldi Australia have renewed their support of food relief agency, Foodbank Australia, with the latest round of the “Buy One, Give One” campaign – aiming to provide over three million meals to food insecure households this winter.

Recent research from the University of Queensland has shown that food labelling is out of step with healthy diet recommendations and could be improved by including nutrient release rates.

The Western Australian government is supporting the state’s agrifood and beverage sector to accelerate, with applications now open for round seven of the Agrifood and Beverage Voucher Program, with $700,000 in funding available.

Recent reports of counterfeit Australian wine bottles infiltrating international markets have raised fresh concerns about the vulnerability of Australia’s key export product. Halfords IP partner, Aparna Watal, highlights the necessity of trade mark and technological protection for Australian wine brands.

Ferrero has gained more ground in the US through its acquisition of WK Kellogg for $4.7 billion (US$3.1b).

The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) says it won’t oppose Lactalis’ proposed acquisition of Fonterra’s consumer and food service businesses, if the bid goes ahead. While it would see two of the largest buyers of raw milk combine, the ACCC says it is “unlikely” to result in a lessening of competition.

Winners of the 2025 Melbourne Royal Australian International Spirits Awards have been announced, recognising distilling excellence across Australia and the world. Prohibition Liquor took out the title of Champion Australian Distiller, as well as the Champion Australian Gin trophy.

Maxum Foods says the appointment of Adrian Lochland as the company’s first CEO is a significant milestone in the company’s growth and evolution. Lochland has been at Maxum since 2021 as executive general manager of its Animal Nutrition division.

Australia has earned its stripes as a nation of committed snackers, but this love affair with snacks isn’t without its quirks. Mintel Food & Drink associate director, Cormac Henry, says its research shows while Australians are chasing healthier options, cravings for indulgent treats remains strong. 

Bega Groups says following a 12-month review, the lack of a buyer and ongoing annual operating losses of $5-10 million are behind its decision to wind down and close peanut processing business, Peanut Company of Australia (PGA). Bega acquired the company in 2017.

Global transport management tech company, Microlise, says new customer wins, expanding operations, and increasing demand for connected fleet solutions in logistics and transport have driven strong year-on-year growth for the business.

Market research company, T Garage, has gathered a database that includes more than 6000 consumer reviews for natural beverages. Partner and director of Strategy, Jed Simpfendorfer, and research director, Amanda Leigh-Jones, share their findings on what consumers want from natural beverages.

Cargill says investments to reduce carbon emissions, eliminate waste, and boost efficiency stretching from West Africa to Europe have transformed its global cocoa supply chain. The upgrades span renewable energy, circular logistics, and smart infrastructure.

Heat and Control says its three-week event, FoodTech Forum 2025, at its facility in Lelystad, Netherlands was a successful forum to showcase and demonstrate the latest advancements in sustainable food processing. Attendees included customers, strategic partners, and industry experts from around the world. 

Wine Australia has released its five-year Strategic Plan 2025–30, outlining how it will support Australian grapegrowers, winemakers and exporters in navigating current pressures while building a more resilient, profitable and sustainable future. 

Global beverage giant, Suntory, has officially launched its combined Australia New Zealand business, Suntory Oceania, as it unveiled the $400 million Swanbank factory in Ipswich, Queensland. It was more than three years ago that then CEO of Frucor Suntory, Darren Fullerton, outlined the ambitious build and two years since Suntory Oceania was announced. With plans realised, there is now a $3 billion beverage behemoth in the arena, representing the fourth largest in the region with ambitious growth plans in the works.