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Every week, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry brings you the latest news in the food and beverage manufacturing sector. This week: AltProteins 24, v2food, CSIRO, Pure Dairy, TasFoods, University of Queensland, merger law reforms, and ATO R&D Tax Incentive transparency report.
Future Food Systems has released the first line-up of speakers for For Food’s Sake. With conversations ranging from circular economy to strengthening local economies, the summit is on 27-28 February 2025 at the Pacific Bay Resort, Coffs Harbour.
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Yume Food founder and CEO, Katy Barfield. The Yume tech platform integrates with food manufacturers’ systems, connecting them to other businesses to sell, buy, or donate surplus food.
Welcome to The Food & Drink Business Top 100 Food & Drink Companies 2023 report. Compiled in collaboration with IBISWorld, this flagship report ranks by revenue Australia’s biggest players in the food and drink sector. Who made it into the Top 10, which companies rose in the ranks with impressive revenue growth, and which ones fell – it’s a fascinating informative glimpse into Australia’s largest manufacturing sector.
Treasury Wines Estate has reached a $65 million settlement with shareholders who launched a class action in April 2020, after the company downgraded its forecast earnings, which wiped $3 billion from its market capitalisation.
The Aussie Plant Based Co., owner of plant protein brands Veef and Love Buds, has been liquidated. The company was created last year when Fënn Foods and Love Buds, the retail business of All G Foods, merged.
OrgraN is celebrating its 40th anniversary and legacy of allergen-free food innovation. As one of the first companies to produce gluten free products, the OrgraN brand has continued to be recognised by consumers across the world.
Indigenous-owned craft spirits brand, Seven Seasons, has landed a national distribution partnership with global spirits company, Amber Beverage Group.
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, and the Western Australian Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) are teaming up to boost the capability of the state’s food and beverage sector.
Coles has opened its second Customer Fulfilment Centre (CFC) in Sydney, after the opening of its Melbourne location in September. The facilities aim to enhance the shopping experience for Coles Online customers.
Privately held spirits company, Bacardi-Martini, is strengthening its position in the Australia-New Zealand market, with the relocation of its Australian headquarters to Sydney's central business district.
Woolworths’ Victorian stores will reduce the amount of food waste sent to landfill through the use of Veolia's new depackaging facility in Dandenong South.
This year’s board election for peak industry body, the Australian Packaging & Processing Machinery Association, saw one of the closest contests in recent years, with the highest voter turnout compared to previous rounds, and a hard-fought campaign from nominees.
As the government trumpets headline inflation figures coming down, the reality for many manufacturing businesses is that government charges themselves are skyrocketing, putting a significant burden on business.
Detpak has been recognised by global restaurant chain operator, Flynn Group, with a Product Excellence award for innovation and design for Pizza Hut and Wendy’s promotion and packaging projects.
