Primo Smallgoods has expanded its Queensland footprint with the acquisition of one of the state's largest smallgoods manufacturers.

GrainCorp chief executive Alison Watkins will replace Terry Davis as Coca-Cola Amatil's MD after resigning on the back of the failed ADM takeover.

Saputo's mission to woo WCB shareholders has suffered a setback with the Takeovers Panel blocking its bid for at least two months.

The federal government has rejected the proposed takeover of GrainCorp by American company Archer Daniels Midland on the grounds that it was not in the national interest.

WCB shareholders must consider the future of the Australian dairy industry, according to Murray Goulburn, which has trumped Saputo's latest bid.

Organic poultry company, Inglewood Farms, which went into receivership in July, has a new local owner.

Goodman Fielder will ramp up its direct marketing spend in 2014 to counter tough trading conditions in its Australian baking and NZ dairy businesses.

Food security issues are fuelling a new market in food security technologies, according to business research company, Visiongain.

The Group Training Association of Victoria has developed a new app to help new entrants to the workforce improve their understanding of OH&S.

Canadian company Saputo has increased its offer for Warrnambool Cheese and Butter (WCB) in a new deal that values WCB at around $515 million.

Tap King's maker Lion is joining forces with US singer Lionel Richie for the second time.

Australasia's largest and longest running food manufacturing trade show, foodpro, will be held in Melbourne for the first time next year, from 22 to 25 June.

Confectionery company Ferrero Australia has appointed Craig Barker as its new managing director for the Australian and New Zealand markets.

A new food certification for low FODMAP foods has been launched to provide guidance to consumers.

The University of Newcastle has announced a new food innovation cluster that will link the food industry with academic researchers.

The Australian Certified Organic Standard 2013 - an updated rulebook for organic production, manufacturing, processing and retailing - has just been released.