Mondelēz opens new facility in Melbourne

The 47,000 m2 state-of-the-art National Distribution Centre in Truganina will process more than 450 million products annually Mondelēz International, the global company behind Cadbury, opened a new $130 million national distribution centre in Truganina, creating 200 new jobs in Melbou...

Novella, Metaphor Foods unite to commercialise cell–based natural preservatives

The collaboration will leverage Novella’s AuraCell technology to deliver natural antioxidant and anti-microbial compounds via a waste-free, resource-efficient supply Biotech start-up Novella Innovative Technology, Ltd. and leading functional ingredient innovator Metaphor Foods, based in Braesi...

Australia approves Arla Foods Ingredients’ MFGM for use in infant formula

Lacprodan MFGM-10 will be Arla Foods Ingredients’ first early life nutrition product to be approved by Australian authorities Milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) has been approved for use in infant formula products in Australia, with Arla Foods Ingredients granted exclusive commercialisation rig...

Unlocking nature’s super protein: Australian partnership targets scalable human lactoferrin

Siobhan Coster, CEO, Eclipse Ingredients In a groundbreaking development for Australia’s health and biotechnology sectors, Brisbane-based Eclipse Ingredients is partnering with QUT, UQ, and CSIRO to commercialise human lactoferrin using precision fermentation. This collaboration aims to unlock...

Australia’s proposed Iona beef facility declared prescribed project

The Iona Project aims to boost beef processing capacity, strengthen regional supply chains, and cement Queensland’s place as Australia’s beef production powerhouse The Crisafulli Government has officially declared the Central Highland Iona Project a ‘prescribed project’, clearing the way...

Australia commits $139.7Mn to support transition from live sheep exports

This significant investment will help the sector collaborate on a long-term strategy backed by targeted investment The Australian Government has announced a $139.7 million transition package to support individuals, businesses, and communities as the country prepares to phase out live sheep expor...

QUT, CSIRO, UQ, and Eclipse team up in game-changing lactoferrin project

The project is set to revolutionise the functional food, sports nutrition, and skincare industries Queensland University of Technology (QUT) researchers are at the forefront of a groundbreaking $5.5 million initiative to commercialise human lactoferrin, a powerful protein known for its immune-bo...

ACCC Approves Lactalis' acquisition of Fonterra Businesses

Lactalis and Fonterra both currently acquire raw milk from dairy farmers in Victoria and Tasmania, and process and supply a range of dairy products across Australia The ACCC will not oppose Lactalis BSA S.A.S. (Lactalis)’s proposed acquisition of Fonterra Co-Operative Group (Fonterra)’s cons...

Australia breaks red meat export records in 2024–25

Total red meat exports in June 2025 reached 209,074 tonnes, 20 per cent higher than the same month last year Australia’s red meat industry exported new record volumes of beef and mutton in the 2024-2025 financial year. According to Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), total beef and veal...

Building with purpose: Detmold Group’s sustainable HQ signals long-term commitment

Matthew Watson, Group Marketing & Communications Manager, Detmold Detmold Group, a global leader in sustainable paper and board packaging solutions, is making significant advancements toward its future by developing a state-of-the-art global headquarters at Regency Park in Adelaide. This new...

Australian winegrape crush up by 11% in 2025

The year-on-year increase in the crush was driven by red varieties, which were up by 20 per cent, while the crush of white varieties was 2 per cent higher than in 2024 The 2025 Australian winegrape crush is estimated to be 1.57 million tonnes, 160,000 tonnes (11 per cent) more than the 2024 crus...

Bega Group unveils dairy farmers' high-protein milk

With nearly all Australians acknowledging protein's health benefits, this new product makes it easier to integrate protein into every day routines For the first time since 2020, dairy milk sales are back in growth, as more Australians embrace protein-rich diets. Plant-based milk drinkers are ret...

Wine Australia's strategic plan addresses grape and wine sector challenges

It addresses supply and demand imbalance, changing consumer behaviours and environmental shifts Wine Australia has released its five-year Strategic Plan 2025–30, outlining how it will support Australian grapegrowers, winemakers and exporters in navigating current pressures while building...

Australia’s núaFEEDs to transform UAE’s food waste into livestock feed

The UAE was chosen as the company’s first step toward global expansion, drawn by the nation's ambitious sustainability agenda, strong food security framework The UAE’s ongoing drive toward food security and sustainability is set to gain fresh momentum with the entry of núaFEEDs, a pioneerin...

AFGC appoints Bernie Brookes AM as Chair

He is currently Chair of Direct Group (Innovations and TVSN), and Renuon Renewable Energy and has previously sat on the Boards of First Unity, Salvation Army Australia and Funtastic The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) announced the appointment of Bernie Brookes AM as Chair of its Boar...

A toast to transformation: Vinarchy’s roadmap to wine industry leadership

Sean Cunial, Regional Managing Director for Asia at Vinarchy In a significant development for the global wine industry, Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard have merged their wine assets to create Vinarchy. This bold new venture unites iconic brands such as Hardys, Campo Viejo, and Jacob’s Creek u...

Australia’s wine grape industry bounces back with $1 Bn milestone

The horticulture industry achieved a record local value of $18.0 billion in 2023-24, an increase of $721 million from the previous year Australia's wine grape production has significantly increased, adding $24.2 million to lift the total value to $1.0 billion. Crush volumes rose by 112,000 tonne...

Strategic alliance set to accelerate Arla’s growth in ANZ performance nutrition market

Alexander Leufgen, Head of Asia-Pacific at Arla Foods Ingredients Arla Foods Ingredients is aiming to enhance its presence in the rapidly evolving performance nutrition market of Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands by partnering with Alchemy Agencies, a leading distributor of food an...

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