Australia to Launch National Vineyard Register to Tackle Wine Oversupply

The platform is expected to be operational by the end of 2026 The Australian Government has announced support for the development of a National Vineyard Register, a major initiative led by Wine Australia aimed at strengthening long-term planning and sustainability across the country’s grape an...

Deakin University and Bellarine Foods Partner to Develop Sustainable Marine-Derived Proteins

The project aims to strengthen Australia’s capability to produce homegrown, sustainable protein solutions while reducing reliance on imports In a move set to reshape Australia’s health, wellness, and cosmetics industries, Deakin University has partnered with Bellarine Foods to develop high-v...

Australian Medical Bodies Push for Compulsory Health Star Labelling

The Health Star Rating scheme converts detailed nutrition panel information into a simple front-of-pack score ranging from half a star to five stars, enabling consumers to compare products within a category at a glance Leading public health organisations have called on Australia’s food ministe...

Woolworths Group Achieves 100% Renewable Electricity across Australia and New Zealand

This milestone is projected to deliver a reduction of over 74 per cent in operational emissions, moving Woolworths closer towards its target of an 80 per cent reduction by 2030 From supermarkets and distribution centres to BIG W stores and support offices, Woolworths Group is now 100 per cent po...

New Australian Wine Future Fund to Boost Research and Venture Investment

Research & Innovation Fund: a target of $35 million over 5 years through external grants and partner co-investment The amount of research funding available for the Australian grape and wine sector is set to increase, with the creation of new funding pathways aimed at fast-tracking innovation...

Vinarchy appoints Nicole Battistessa as MD Australia and New Zealand

Battistessa brings more than 25 years of experience in leading global FMCG companies, including Nestlé, Unilever and Kimberly-Clark Vinarchy has announced the appointment of Nicole Battistessa as Managing Director, Australia and New Zealand, where she will oversee the company's commercial opera...

Australian Government Commits $6Mn to Boost WA Wine Industry

WA wines to prospective buyers, strengthening supply chain relationships, improving market access, and boosting business readiness across the sector The Australian Government has committed $6 million over four years to strengthen Western Australia’s premium wine sector through a new Western Au...

RCPL Strengthens Overseas Growth Strategy with Goodness Group Acquisition

The partnership further strengthens RCPL’s efforts in developing a health-based beverages portfolio Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the FMCG arm of Reliance Industries Limited, has acquired a majority stake in Australia’s popular ‘Better-For-You’ beverage business Goodness Gro...

Australian Red Meat Showcases Premium Strength at Gulfood 2026 as MENA Exports Hit Record High

In 2025, Australian beef exports to the UAE reached A$316 million, while sheepmeat exports totalled A$394 million Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), through its global brand Aussie Beef, Lamb & Goat, has concluded a strong showing at Gulfood 2026, reinforcing Australia’s position as a l...

Australia Approves Commercial Release of GM Purple Tomato

The GM Purple Tomato has been modified to produce natural purple and blue pigments known as anthocyanins in the fruit as it ripens Australia’s Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR) has issued licence DIR 218 to All Aussie Avocados Pty Ltd, trading as All Aussie Farmers, allowing the c...

Detmold Group Reports Progress on Emissions Reduction, Circular Packaging Goals

The Detmold Group is focused on reducing emissions with a climate-first approach, protecting nature, minimising waste, driving a circular economy Leading Australian-owned global packaging company, Detmold Group, is working towards a greener future and is on track to meet its sustainability targe...

FSANZ Releases Guidance and Online Calculator Ahead of Alcohol Energy Labelling Rules

The changes aim to provide consumers with clear, consistent information and support broader public health initiatives by improving transparency around alcohol consumption Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has released new guidance along with an online calculator to help businesses pre...

Global Demand Pressures Weigh on Australian Wine Exports in 2025

More than 50 per cent of the volume of Australian wine exports goes to the UK and the US Australian wine exports declined by 8 per cent in value to $2.34 billion and 6 per cent in volume to 613 million litres in 2025, according to Wine Australia’s Export Report. The average value of exports de...

AFNOR International Eyes Global Food Safety Growth with HACCP Group Takeover

The acquisition of the two companies will see AFNOR International extend its growth in the Australasian and Pacific region AFNOR International, a division of the certification, training and standards organisation, Afnor Groupe, announced the acquisition of the HACCP Group companies based in Aust...

Australian Government improves plant-based food labelling

Research by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has found that consumers can accurately identify plant-based products The Australian Government will support the meat, dairy and plant industries by improving existing arrangements that deliver accurate and clear food labelling, ensuring c...

Capel Marron Farm boosts Australia’s premium food investment credentials

The expansion was supported by a $147,280 Regional Economic Development (RED) Grant through Round 5 of the Cook Government program Capel, Western Australia, a premium South West marron producer, has expanded its operations to become a new regional food and tourism destination, supported by a Coo...

Australia wine recovery program extended to 2027 with $3.1Mn federal funding

Support for sustainability credentials will be expanded, helping wine businesses improve efficiency and reduce emissions The Government of Australia has announced an extension of the South Australian Wine Recovery Program to 2027, reinforcing its support for grape growers and wine makers to dive...

CSIRO partners on global project to boost food security

The team will develop an AI tool capable of calculating optimal fermentation conditions to produce protein powder at scale efficiently Researchers at Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, and the University of Leeds in the UK have partnered to develop a new AI-powered platform aimed at t...

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