The establishment of Epicurean Food Group’s (EFG) multi-million-dollar, vertically integrated mushroom production facility has Adelaide poised to become the exotic mushroom capital of Australia.

New Zealand’s Manuka Honey Appellation Society's campaign to trademark and claim ownership of “Manuka honey” has suffered another setback, withdrawing its appeals on rulings in the UK and EU.

Gold Coast business Plant Doctor has launched a new business, AgTech Freeze Drying, adding freeze drying to its manufacturing capabilities to produce freeze-dried powdered products.

International technology group GEA says research in its New Food Frontiers report found at least a quarter of all food could be made from alternative proteins by 2040.

Coles has launched the latest Nurture Fund round, with SMEs able to apply for grants of up to $500,000. The fund is open to companies with less than 50 full time employees and $25 million in annual revenue.

The food and beverage industry will explore new avenues for products, sourcing, and technology to become better equipped for the unexpected, says Infor ANZ VP and MD, Jarrod Kinchington

New research from Brewers Association of Australia shows Australians are leading the world when it comes to the consumption of lower strength beers, finding that over 30 per cent of beer sales in Australia are now mid, low or zero strength.

Corson Grain, Kellogg’s exclusive corn partner, recently announced it had joined the Cool Soil Initiative, with Kellogg saying its Corn Flakes are on a journey to become more sustainable.

Suntory’s Mocopan Coffee has turned to brand agency Percept to assist in its rebranding, updating its packaging design and undergoing a refresh of its brand mark.

The ANZ region showed its strength in innovation again at WorldStar 2023, receiving the second highest number of wins in the world, just behind Japan. Caps & Closures won four awards for three products.

Nestlé Professional’s multi-million dollar investment in its Smithtown factory will bolster local manufacturing and support collaborative product developments – starting with a new recyclable cup.

Sodexo has diverted 174 tonnes of food from landfill, 14 months into its three-year pledge with Yume. The amount is more than half its 2021 pledge to prevent 300 tonnes of food waste in three years.

The Australian Government has announced $15.9 million in new grants for projects that are supporting more women to study and build careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

When Roma Foods decided it was time to create a gluten free pasta brand, it turned to Melbourne-based design studio Disegno for the brand and pack design, with flexible packaging printed by RollsPack.

Woolworths Group says the sale of 5.5 per cent ($636 million) of its stake in Endeavour Group will be used on new investments and general business, acquiring 55 per cent of Petspiration the next day.