Australian biomanufacturer, Cauldron, has been named a World Economic Forum 2025 Technology Pioneer, the only Australian company in the 100 start-ups selected from 28 countries, and one of only three working on the future of food. Cauldron founder and CEO, Michele Stansfield, says it sends a strong signal of support for the work being done by Cauldron and the broader role tech-enabled biomanufacturing can play in solving complex global challenges.

When expanding into new Asia Pacific (APAC) export markets, food and beverage brands face a critical strategic decision: What is the best way to enter and grow in the market? Food and beverage export development agency, Incite, has released its 2025 guide to appointing Asia Pacific distributors, to support producers.

Bega has informed the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) of its intention to lodge an informal merger clearance for the potential acquisition of Fonterra Oceania. Bega says it is the “natural acquirer”, and the acquisition would benefit the company, dairy industry, and consumers.

Australian coconut water brand, Raw C, has launched in the US market just in time for summer, a major step in the company’s global growth ambitions.

Chobani Australia has appointed Ishani Samarasekera as its new finance & IT director, and Sami Cannone as sales general manager, the latest management shift as the company looks towards the future.

The consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry is more competitive than ever, meaning new brands must get ‘category savvy’ to ensure they can compete against the food giants and growing private label sales. Sonia Martinez from Australian United Retailers provides five tips on how to do so.

The Australian organic industry says Food Standards Australia and New Zealand’s (FSANZ) Proposal P1055 would strip consumers of their right to know whether the food they eat has been genetically modified (GM) or gene edited. It is calling on state and federal food ministers to reject the proposal.

With funding from the Victorian Government, Geelong food manufacturer, Farm Foods Australia has expanded production with advanced manufacturing technology and equipment.

A $20 million investment in processing capacity, storage and product range at Goulburn Valley Creamery’s (GVC) Kyabram facility in Victoria, will enable it to recruit an extra 140 million litres of milk to meet customer demand.

Lion’s 2024 Sustainability Performance Update outlines progress and projects it has undertaken against evidence based goals with an evolving approach to increase collaboration with its supply chain.

Mountain Culture Beer Co has finalised its acquisition of Fox Friday Brewing and announced plans for its assets including rebranding some venues and on-selling Carwyn Cellars and the Perth brewpub.

In a landmark decision, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has given the green light to biotech company, Vow, for its cell-cultured quail to be sold in Australia and New Zealand. It makes ANZ the fourth country in the world to approve cell-cultured meat for human consumption.

IFF has released its 2025 GLP-1 Consumer Opportunity Outlook, highlighting how the rapidly growing GLP-1 consumer market is reshaping the sensory experience and nutritional needs associated with eating and drinking. The report outlines how food and beverage manufacturers can better support this emerging consumer segment. ​

Queensland’s container deposit scheme is commencing a scheme pricing framework review to make participation in the recycling program easier for beverage manufacturers and boost the circular economy.

Industrial automation and digital transformation company, Rockwell Automation, has appointed Adrian Giecco as its South Pacific regional director, effective from 1 July.

Dilmah Tea is celebrating 40 years on Australian shelves, since first coming to Coles in 1985. In that time, Australians have consumed more than 28 billion cups of Dilmah Single Origin Ceylon Tea – that's 700 million cups per year, or nearly 2 million every day.