At its annual Supplier Showcase and Awards Ceremony, Coles Liquor Group recognised eight leading and emerging suppliers for delivering “exceptional outcomes”. More than 330 suppliers and partners came together to celebrate.

JDE Peet’s, one of the world’s largest coffee and tea companies, is expanding direct distribution of its premium coffee offerings to the state of Victoria.

This week saw the Future Made in Australia Bill tabled in parliament on the same day and time as the first creditors’ meeting for Australia’s first protein isolate manufacturer, Australian Plant Proteins, which went into voluntary administration two weeks ago. The potential value of this industry is well documented, so where is the backing from government and private investment?

Top Shelf International has secured ranging for its Act of Treason Australian Agave with Endeavour Group. The spirit's first major retail distribution agreement, it will be available in Dan Murphy’s and BWS stores from mid-July.

Australian supply chain integrity company, Source Certain, has acquired United Kingdom-based isotope analysis company, Agroislab UK Ltd, to expand its global presence.

Turning opportunities into advantages, a strong supply chain, and international market expansion contributed to The Sunrice Group recording group revenue for FY24 of $1.8 billion, CEO Paul Serra says. More than half of group revenue was from overseas markets, and branded products accounted for 70 per cent of sales.

Australia’s first plant-protein isolate manufacturer, Australian Plant Proteins (APP), has entered voluntary administration, with industry leaders expressing frustration at the lack of government support, a reliance on imports, and drop in R&D investment in a sector with “enormous opportunity” for Australia.

Wine Australia has launched a new asset for the classroom, a website that provides a real-world connection from the vineyard and winery to Australia’s education curriculum.

Employees at Saputo Dairy Australia’s Tasmanian processing plant are striking over wage negotiations, arguing for pay parity with their Victorian counterparts, who are paid 21 per cent more than those in Tasmania.

An Australian-led Filipino distillery, Destileria Barako, is bringing its award winning drinks to the local market, through the signing of a national distribution deal with 7000 Islands.

Snack Brands Australia, one of Australia’s largest suppliers of snack foods, reached a point where traditional planning tools didn’t have the capacity to manage its production. After all, its output had increased from 15 million packets per year in 1996, to more than 200 million today. It partnered with RELEX to create a solution that has cut costs and improved productivity.

Kids across the country have been volunteering to make sandwiches for those less fortunate than themselves, as demand on family food relief services rises. 

The New South Wales MVP (Minimal Viable Product) Ventures program is open with grants from $25,000-$50,000 available for start-ups and SMEs between early-stage research and mature investment opportunities.

A nationwide recall has been issued for Oz Brands Uncle Frog’s Mushroom Gummies after several people were hospitalised across four states. The products claim to include extracts from the funghi cordyceps and lion’s mane, which are not approved for inclusion in foods or ingredients in Australia. While the products were recalled quickly, as more people look to functional foods for better health, ensuring compliance with Australia's regulations and quality controls is essential.

Maggie Beer Holdings (MBH) has reported a small increase in FY24 revenue on FY23, with eight per cent sales growth in Maggie Beer Products offset by poor sales in Paris Creek Farms and a fall in discretionary spending.

Queensland brewing company, Stony Creek Brewing has acquired 4 Hearts Brewery and The Pumpyard Bar in Ipswich, in a strategic move aiming to broaden its market reach.