Matthew Watson, Group Marketing & Communications Manager, Detmold Detmold Group, a global leader in sustainable paper and board packaging solutions, is making significant advancements toward its future by developing a state-of-the-art global headquarters at Regency Park in Adelaide. This new facility is designed to bring together teams from eight different[Read More…]
Australia
Australian winegrape crush up by 11% in 2025
The year-on-year increase in the crush was driven by red varieties, which were up by 20 per cent, while the crush of white varieties was 2 per cent higher than in 2024 The 2025 Australian winegrape crush is estimated to be 1.57 million tonnes, 160,000 tonnes (11 per cent) more[Read More…]
Bega Group unveils dairy farmers’ high-protein milk
With nearly all Australians acknowledging protein’s health benefits, this new product makes it easier to integrate protein into every day routines For the first time since 2020, dairy milk sales are back in growth, as more Australians embrace protein-rich diets. Plant-based milk drinkers are returning to dairy, recognising its natural[Read More…]
Wine Australia’s strategic plan addresses grape and wine sector challenges
It addresses supply and demand imbalance, changing consumer behaviours and environmental shifts 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. Shaped in direct response to the industry’s[Read More…]
Australia’s núaFEEDs to transform UAE’s food waste into livestock feed
The UAE was chosen as the company’s first step toward global expansion, drawn by the nation’s ambitious sustainability agenda, strong food security framework The UAE’s ongoing drive toward food security and sustainability is set to gain fresh momentum with the entry of núaFEEDs, a pioneering Australian agri-tech company. Having finalised[Read More…]
AFGC appoints Bernie Brookes AM as Chair
He is currently Chair of Direct Group (Innovations and TVSN), and Renuon Renewable Energy and has previously sat on the Boards of First Unity, Salvation Army Australia and Funtastic The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) announced the appointment of Bernie Brookes AM as Chair of its Board. Brookes brings[Read More…]
A toast to transformation: Vinarchy’s roadmap to wine industry leadership
Sean Cunial, Regional Managing Director for Asia at Vinarchy In a significant development for the global wine industry, Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard have merged their wine assets to create Vinarchy. This bold new venture unites iconic brands such as Hardys, Campo Viejo, and Jacob’s Creek under a single identity.[Read More…]
Australia’s wine grape industry bounces back with $1 Bn milestone
The horticulture industry achieved a record local value of $18.0 billion in 2023-24, an increase of $721 million from the previous year Australia’s wine grape production has significantly increased, adding $24.2 million to lift the total value to $1.0 billion. Crush volumes rose by 112,000 tonnes, reaching a total of[Read More…]
Strategic alliance set to accelerate Arla’s growth in ANZ performance nutrition market
Alexander Leufgen, Head of Asia-Pacific at Arla Foods Ingredients Arla Foods Ingredients is aiming to enhance its presence in the rapidly evolving performance nutrition market of Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands by partnering with Alchemy Agencies, a leading distributor of food and beverage ingredients in the region. This[Read More…]
Australia approves cultivated Japanese quail
The approved product, cultivated Japanese quail, is developed by Sydney-based startup Vow under its premium brand Forged In a landmark decision set to redefine the future of food, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has granted its first-ever approval for a cultivated meat product, marking a historic moment for the[Read More…]