Wine exports from South Australia to all markets exceeded $1.7 billion, marking a 38 per cent increase compared to the previous year South Australian exporters sold $558 million worth of wine to China in the 12 months leading up to October, with over 99 per cent of those sales occurring[Read More…]
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Australia’s Fresh Produce Group partners with Macquarie Asset Management
MAM’s Agriculture platform has extensive experience in establishing and investing in, leading Australian agribusinesses Fresh Produce Group (FPG) announced an important milestone in its more than 30-year history, with the successful completion of a majority investment by Australian agriculture investment manager, Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) on behalf of its managed[Read More…]
Australia’s red meat exports set for record high in 2024–25
This achievement is closely tied to the improved trade relationship with China, following the removal of suspensions on Australian meat processing establishments, which has significantly boosted exports to the region Australia’s red meat exports are projected to reach record levels in 2024–25, according to the latest data from the Australian[Read More…]
Witsbb launches Elderberry Yeast β-glucan drink
The Elderberry Yeast β-glucan drink adheres to Witsbb’s pioneering “allergy-free” formula and is enhanced with a new generation of high-standard immune formulas Australia-based, Witsbb, a pioneer in “allergy-free” nutrition, has launched its latest product – the Elderberry Yeast β-glucan drink. As an immune-boosting nutritional product specifically developed for children aged 6[Read More…]
IFPA ANZ appoints Belinda Wilson as Managing Director
Wilson has a diverse background with extensive experience across various industries, including the legal profession, membership associations, Australia’s seafood sector The International Fresh Produce Association Australia and New Zealand (IFPA ANZ) has appointed Belinda Wilson as its new Managing Director, effective January 6, 2025, following the recent resignation of Ben[Read More…]
Duncan Makeig elected new Foodbank Australia chair
Makeig brings a wealth of experience in legal and corporate governance from his 30-year management career working across various senior leadership positions in Australia and the United States Duncan Makeig, the former Managing Director of Lion Asia Dairy, has been elected unopposed as the Chair of the Board for Foodbank[Read More…]
Mondelēz International appoints Toby Smith as president for Australia, New Zealand and Japan
Toby will now oversee 2,300 employees, eight manufacturing plants and a business that sources from over 700 local Australian suppliers Mondelēz International, custodians of iconic and well-loved brands including Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo and The Natural Confectionery Company, announced the appointment of Toby Smith as President of Japan, Australia and[Read More…]
CSIRO introduces new white fish variety to Australia
The Pompano (Trachinotus anak) has been identified as the ideal white-flesh fish to develop in the tropical climate of northern Australia A new variety of white-flesh fish could soon be appearing on Australian dinner plates, potentially contributing over $1 billion to the economy. This follows successful breeding trials conducted by[Read More…]
Binggrae’s Melona ice bar available at Costco Australia
Next month, Melona and Samanco are also set to launch at Coles, Australia’s second-largest supermarket chain Binggrae, South Korea’s leading food company, has announced that its flagship ice bar, Melona, is now available at Costco in Australia starting this month. Binggrae is well-known for its diverse product offerings, including the best-selling Banana Flavored Milk, Yoplait—the first[Read More…]
Kerry drives dairy innovation in Australia and New Zealand with advanced lactase solutions
The Australian and New Zealand market for lactose-free dairy products and alternatives is projected to reach EUR938 million With rising lactose intolerance affecting an estimated 30-60 per cent of the population in Australia and New Zealand, Kerry is meeting surging demand for lactose-free dairy options in the region through its[Read More…]
