Plants on the moon could be a reality as soon as 2026, with the federal government funding the Australian Lunar Experiment Promoting Horticulture’s project to gain a better understanding of horticulture in extreme environments.

Bubs Australia says the completion of its two-month strategic review – a five-point plan to get the business back on track – will deliver positive cash flow for the beleaguered infant formula company in FY25.

Thomas Foods International (TFI) has taken over full ownership of Victoria-based Frew Foods International, which will be rebranded as Thomas Foods International Stawell. In 2020, TFI acquired a 50 per cent stake in Frew.

[yellow tail] has shown its power yet again when it comes to consumer loyalty and brand awareness, taking home the World’s Most Powerful Wine Brand title for the sixth year in a row.

Three First Nations native food companies have completed the Queensland government’s pilot of its Indigenous Native Food Program: FIGJAM and Co, Yaala Sparkling, and Beechtree Distilling Co.

A Greener World (AGW) has certified Manna Hill Estate as the first farm in Australia to be Certified Regenerative. The classification provides a whole-farm assurance of regeneration and sustainability.

Bubs says there is $5.6 million in overdue debts from its exclusive China distributor, Hong Kong-listed Alpha Professional Holdings, which is seeking more than $20 million for ageing stock it can't move.

Internationally experienced and recognised agribusiness leader Jason Craig has been appointed managing director of Australian smallgoods producer, D’Orsogna Limited. Craig joins D’Orsogna with more than 25 years operating in all parts of the food supply chain.

Upon the release of its 14th Sustainability Progress Report, Ferrero’s Australian operations are aiming to reduce C02 emissions and gas consumption by 1.5 per cent and 50 per cent respectively year on year by utilising green energy from the grid and electrifying equipment. Currently, operations in NSW are making positive progress.

Costa Group confirms US private equity firm Paine Schwartz Partners (PSP) put forward a takeover bid in late May and has completed preliminary due diligence, but hosed down speculation a deal between the two would be reached quickly.

Chicken breeding technology producing allergen-free eggs, and research on NoLo alcohol production are among 24 projects sharing $50 million in Round 14 of the government’s Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) initiative.

Lion has acquired the remaining 50 per cent of leading gin brand Four Pillars, having bought 50 per cent of the distiller four years ago. Four Pillars joins Lion’s Vanguard Luxury Brands distribution business to form a new, stand-alone spirits division called Four Corners Global Spirits.

China relations, export advice, and resolving supply chain issues were just some of the topics covered at the recent Global Food Forum. Kim Berry was there.

Sugar prices have rallied amid tight ‘fundamentals’ around the globe. Rabobank associate analyst Pia Piggott provides an outlook for the sugar market.

The 2023 Queensland AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award winner Emma Gibbons was recognised for her innovative pet food business and commitment to regional manufacturing. Pippa Haupt writes.

Treasury Wine Estates has entered a water licence sale and leaseback agreement with Duxton Water for $39.1 million. The deal encompasses 4770 megalitres (2799 megalitres of high security and 1971 megalitres of high reliability) of permanent water entitlements associated with vineyards it is looking to offload.