February 10, 2025 | Australia

FSANZ releases updated food standards code for improved accessibility

This update, created based on stakeholder feedback aims to enhance accessibility to the Code A newly compiled version of the Food Standards Code has been released, bringing together all 80…

February 7, 2025 | Ingredients

Food Safety fines New Zealand Sugar Company for importing and selling sugar products contaminated with lead

In November and December 2021, the company recalled thousands of packs of sugar products because of potential low-level lead contamination New Zealand Sugar Company, trading as Chelsea Sugar, has been…

January 30, 2025 | Company News

Fonterra announces electrification plans to future-proof operations 

Fonterra aims to build enduring, cost-efficient assets while enhancing energy security across its manufacturing operations and ensuring a sustainable energy supply Fonterra is taking another significant step toward its climate…

January 22, 2025 | Australia

UK and Ireland trade tasting collaboration offers wine trade access from Australia and New Zealand

There will be more than 1,000 wines from 200 brands spanning 54 regions in Australia and New Zealand Wine Australia and New Zealand Winegrowers are inviting UK and Ireland-based trade…

December 13, 2024 | Company News

Fonterra announces largest decarbonisation project in New Zealand

This $64 million investment will reduce Fonterra’s overall emissions by nine per cent, resulting in a total decrease of 155,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent each year New Zealand’s dairy co-operative…

December 2, 2024 | Australia

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…

December 2, 2024 | Food

Strict biosecurity measures in place on chicken farm in New Zealand

There had been no reports of other ill or dead birds on other poultry farms, and there were no human health or food safety concerns Biosecurity New Zealand has placed…

November 25, 2024 | Australia

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…

November 21, 2024 | Australia

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…

November 20, 2024 | Company News

Arnott’s Group acquires New Zealand’s three food brands

The newly acquired brands are well-known in New Zealand’s nutritional snack market, providing a variety of products such as muesli bars, baked slices, nuts, and snack mixes The Arnott’s Group…