This marks the entry into the Asia-Pacific region for the brand, through a development and franchise agreement between a subsidiary of the parent company, Restaurant Brands International Firehouse Subs, the iconic American sub sandwich restaurant chain renowned for delivering large, flavorful portions and exceptional customer experience, is coming to Australia this year. Retail Food Group[Read More…]
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Bugs on menu: Singapore embraces edible insects for sustainable future
The growing interest in insect-based food comes after the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) approved 16 species of edible insects for sale and consumption in July Singapore-based Insect Food, under its brand Insectyumz, has introduced Tom Yum-flavored crickets, expanding its lineup of insect-based food products. In addition to crickets, Insect Food[Read More…]
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 Standards and 29 Schedules into a single, searchable PDF. This update, created based on stakeholder feedback aims to enhance accessibility[Read More…]
Australia’s wine exports exceed $2.5 billion in 2024
Strong return to mainland China offsets declines in other markets In the 12 months that ended December 2024, Australian wine exports increased by 34 per cent in value to $2.55 billion and by 7 per cent in volume to 649 million litres, according to Wine Australia’s Export Report. The increase[Read More…]
Beyond Oil expands to Australia with 5-Year T&J Oil distribution agreement
New partnership includes minimum purchase commitments for the first 5 years with expected revenue of $243,000 to be recognized in fiscal year 2025 Beyond Oil Ltd. a food-tech innovation company dedicated to reducing health risks associated with fried food while lowering operational costs, announced the signing of a Distribution Agreement[Read More…]
Australian seafood to make impact in Chinese market
South Australian Southern Rock Lobster fisheries remain the state’s most valuable wild catch fishery with exports valued at $40 million in the year to October 2024 South Australia’s Southern Rock Lobster is ready to splash back into the Chinese market after officially lifting trade restrictions. Valued at over $20 billion[Read More…]
Australia’s Beerfarm eyes expansion with new brewery
This expansion will allow Beerfarm to supply its beers throughout the East Coast and increase overall production by 30 per cent Independent craft brewery Beerfarm from Western Australia is set to begin work on a new brewery and taphouse in Glenworth Valley, located on the NSW Central Coast. This expansion[Read More…]
China launches investigation into imported beef amid domestic industry concerns
The applicants argue that this sharp increase has caused substantial harm to China’s domestic beef industry, claiming a direct causal link between the import surge and the industry’s struggles China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has initiated a safeguard investigation into imported beef, following an application from the China Animal Agriculture[Read More…]
Australian wine sector sees signs of adjustment, but red stocks remain high
Australian Wine Production, Sales and Inventory Report 2023-24 Total sales of Australian wine exceeded production for the second year in a row, following successive small vintages, according to the Australian Wine Production, Sales and Inventory Report 2024 released by Wine Australia. Wine production was just over 1 billion litres (116[Read More…]
Australians’ favourite herbs and spices: survey insight
A survey of 400 participants identified basil as the most consumed herb over the past year, followed by pepper and garlic Herbs and spices have been a cornerstone of culinary traditions for centuries, enhancing the flavour, aroma, and appearance of dishes while offering notable health benefits. Their antioxidant properties help[Read More…]
