PepsiCo has acquired South Australian based seed potato business, Dowling AgriTech (DAT), aiming to strengthen seed supply security and drive innovation.

Australian ingredients distributor, Juremont, has launched its new Product Application Lab in Kew, Melbourne – aiming to respond directly to growing customer demand for technical solutions, product development, and collaborative innovation.

Sea Change Australia, funded by the federal government’s Fisheries Research and Development Corporation, is working to build climate resilient fisheries – currently focusing on Western Australian scallops.

The City of Greater Geelong and Geelong Manufacturing Council are creating a new Food and Agribusiness Network to help local industries to develop markets and capitalise on export opportunities across the globe.

The Australian National University Agrifood Innovation Institute (AFII) and Cellular Agriculture Australia recently partnered on a new event spotlighting the biotechnologies shaping the Australian food system – Made & Grown: The Future of Food.

Newly minted company, Ballarat Food Manufacturing, has leased its first production facility, aiming to manufacture Australia’s first locally made instant noodles, commencing mid-2026.

With summer around the corner, the founders of a new RTD brand are hitting the streets of Sydney to get word out about the fizz-free revolution, driven by Leuca – a vodka infused flavoured water now available in Apple Blackcurrant and Watermelon Mint Lime.

OzHarvest and Woolworths have reached the milestone of providing 100 million meals to Australians in need, through a decade of food rescue partnership.

Foodbank Australia has appointed Kylea Tink as its new chief executive officer, effective 27 October. She will take over the position from Brianna Casey, who is stepping down after being in the role since June 2016.

Gluten-free brewery, TWØBAYS Brewing Co, has undertaken a crowd sourced funding campaign via OnMarket, with registration for early access now open.

Hard coconut water brand, Coastal Drink Co, has unveiled its strategic rebrand, aiming to establish category leadership in premium coconut water based alcohol.

The New South Wales Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is partnering with TAFE NSW to reduce food waste in hospitality, with the launch of an online course supported by a $200,000 NSW EPA Business Food Waste Partnerships Grant.

The Queensland government has released its Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Strategy 2025-2030 and Action Plan, aiming to establish a stronger, more competitive industry.

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has granted over $12 million to McCain Foods, Sugar Australia, and Blackmores, to trial and demonstrate low emission technologies for process heat, reducing the reliance on natural gas.

Probiotics and fermented foods are reshaping modern diets. From yogurt to starter cultures, they promote gut health, aid digestion, and support functional nutrition, offering natural health benefits, sustainability, and delicious flavours in everyday meals.

Pure Foods Tasmania (PFT) chair, Malcolm McAully, says the company is “no longer chasing volume for its own sake”. PFT’s portfolio includes Woodbridge Smokehouse, Tasmanian Pate, Daly Potato Co., and The Cashew Creamery.