August 22, 2024 | Australia

New Zealand takes action in response to Australia’s tomato virus find

All imported tomatoes from Australia currently come from Queensland and not South Australia Biosecurity New Zealand has placed import restrictions on tomato seed imports from Australia, after the detection of…

August 19, 2024 | Beverages

Synlait and a2 Milk resolve dispute over infant formula

This contract granted Synlait exclusivity in supplying infant milk formula products in China, Australia, and New Zealand Synlait Milk Limited (Synlait) and The a2 Milk Company have reached a conditional…

August 12, 2024 | Company News

Sprout Agritech appoints Dr Sandhya Sriram as CEO

Dr Sriram comes with an impressive background in the global early-stage tech industry Sprout Agritech has appointed Dr Sandhya Sriram as CEO. Dr Sandhya Sriram is the former Group CEO…

August 9, 2024 | Australia

DKSH extends distribution agreement with Cosucra in Australia and New Zealand

Following a successful partnership in several countries in Europe and Asia, including Germany, Switzerland, and the Philippines, Cosucra has once again entrusted DKSH to grow its natural and healthy food…

July 9, 2024 | Company News

Masthead Limited launches Florenz to export New Zealand brands

Market expansion led by the acquisition of Wedderspoon Organic Group, makers of the leading manuka honey brand Masthead Limited, the Christchurch-based investment firm, announced its acquisition of the Wedderspoon Organic Group,…

July 3, 2024 | Food

New Zealand recalls Morinaga baby biscuits due to possible animal droppings

The affected products, which have also been recalled in Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong New Zealand Food Safety is assisting Tokyo Food Company Ltd and Wholesale Club in their recall…

July 1, 2024 | Food

Multiple factors highlighted in milky fish research

Research conducted by the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) gathered data from both commercial and recreational fishers about affected snapper and their locations Fisheries New Zealand has…

June 4, 2024 | New Zealand

Zespri explores impact of fruit and vegetable consumption on children’s wellbeing

The feasibility study explored strategies to increase exposure to unfamiliar FVs to promote acceptance in children Zespri, the world’s leading kiwifruit marketer, is investing in building knowledge and healthy eating…

May 24, 2024 | Beverages

Winemaker fined $15,000 for smuggling vines into New Zealand

The variety was not present in New Zealand, and he wanted to cultivate it at his vineyard A Blenheim-based winemaker who smuggled Australian vines into New Zealand and planted them…

May 15, 2024 | New Zealand

New Zealand recalls Pams plant-based creamy pasta bake

The products have been removed from store shelves and have not been exported New Zealand Food Safety is supporting Foodstuffs Own Brand in its recall of Pams plant-based creamy pasta…