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Global environmental action organisation, The Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP), is highlighting the necessity for countries to include food loss and waste reduction targets in their latest Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). With the 29th United Nations Climate Change conference (COP29) currently underway in Baku, Azerbaijan, a new report has shown that of the 195 countries in attendance, only 12 have committed to reducing food waste and 17 to tackling food loss. Read more
Every week, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry brings you the latest news in the food and beverage sector. This week: Vittoria, Moccona, SPC Global, Government of Italy, the EU, PepsiCo, the ATO, Nourish Ingredients, Cabio Biotech, and Fonterra.
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor, Kim Berry, talks to the managing director of ANZ for General Mills, Karen Jenkins. We start off taking a look at Karen’s career with the multinational food company, and her experience moving up through the ranks.
Food & Drink Business editor, Kim Berry, talks to the CEO of Future Food Systems, Dr James Krahe, about the concept of clusters and ecosystems, their importance in the future of successful food systems and how Future Food Systems Cooperative Research Centre is fostering their creation.
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.
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.
The Arnott’s Group has expanded its better-for-you snacking portfolio, acquiring the brands Mother Earth, Flemings, and VP from New Zealand-based food manufacturer, Prolife Foods.
APCO's 2030 Strategic Plan mentioned eco-modulation, a concept many people are unfamiliar with. Phantm's Francesca Puleio explains what this means and why it is important.
Australia’s oldest family-owned winery, Yalumba, is celebrating its 175th anniversary, reflecting on an unmatched history and role in the country’s wine industry. The year has been punctuated by wine releases and celebrations, bringing together trading partners and wine lovers from around the world.
First Nations bushfood company, Kakadu Kitchen, and OzHarvest Ventures have joined forces once more to relaunch Conscious Drink, a lightly sparkling wine-alternative, for this summer. First released in 2023, the project received the Gamechanger Award at The Hive Awards 2024 for developing a product that transcended traditional categories while championing a kinder, less wasteful world that empowers Indigenous communities.
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is undertaking a second round of public consultation on the case of cell-cultured quail, after reviewing its overall safety and consumer understanding of cultured meats.
T garage director strategy & partner, Jed Simpfendorfer, discusses the efficacy of nostalgia as a brand strategy during economic downturns, as research from the marketing agency has shown how people in crisis tend to reach for items and experiences that comfort.
Woolworths Group says it will defend the class action launched by Gerard Malouf & Partners in relation to alleged misleading promotional pricing practices. It follows the ACCC commencing Federal Court proceedings against Woolworths and Coles Group in September on the same matter.
Adamantem Capital is bidding to acquire Close the Loop Group. The board has recommended the offer, and is realigning itself, with CEO Joe Foster stepping down, as are the chairman and CFO.
In one of the biggest deals ever undertaken by an ASX-listed business, Amcor is acquiring US-based Berry Group in an all-stock merger, in a move that will create a consumer and healthcare packaging business with 400 operating plants around the world.
The PKN Packaging News November 2024 issue is out now and is packed full of the latest news and in-depth features, including a closer look at the challenges of achieving a circular economy for packaging.
