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West Australians are the most likely to pick up a pack of free range eggs at the supermarket and the least likely to buy cage eggs, according to a consumer survey.

The soft drink category could be next to embrace the craft movement according to beverage researcher Canadean.

An Australia Day ad campaign from Meat and Livestock Australia has been criticised for featuring violence against vegans.

A new infant formula jointly created by vitamin maker Blackmores and Bega Cheese has made its debut appearance online.

A South Australian winery is backing a competition to uncover hidden Australian winemaking talent.

The author of a new book on the soft drink industry has suggested the beverages carry a health warning similar to cigarettes.

Coopers has employed a team of “beer ambassadors” to spread the word about beer and brewing practices.

More brands are boasting of Paleo credentials as the natural food trend shows no sign of slowing.

Red Bull has added value to its energy drinks with a bonus selection of music consumers can stream at home.

Growth in the water enhancer category has prompted Coca-Cola South Pacific to launch two new water-flavouring products.

Pickers and packers of Italian tomatoes are paid 40 per cent below the minimum wage and have to pay ‘gangmasters’ a cut.

Northern Co-operative Meat Company Ltd (NCMC) plans to upgrade and expand its plant to help it capitalise on growing demand for premium Australian meat.

Fonterra is selling its Australian yoghurt and dairy dessert business to Parmalat Australia, in order to focus more on cheese, whey and nutritionals.

Big companies will need to tweak their business models if they want to innovate like startups, says innovation consultant, Dermott Dowling.

Thai Union, a major supplier of prawns to Australian supermarkets, has been implicated in a child labour and forced labour scandal.

The San Churro chocolate café chain has committed to buying Fairtrade certified cocoa.