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In our inaugural episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by publisher Lindy Hughson, and senior industry analyst for IBISWorld Tom Youl to talk about the title’s flagship product, its annual Top 100 Food & Drink Companies report.

Lindy provides us with a summary of Food & Drink Business’ history and the report.

Led by Kim and Tom, we then review the companies in 2019’s Top 10 and the factors in 2020 that are likely to influence their earnings including COVID, China's domestic market recovery and polarisation of the market towards the premium and budget ends of the range.

We also discuss the importance of brand reputation for companies weathering the COVID-19 storm and supporting their customers along with the on-going impacts from 2019’s drought on the meat industry compared to the benefits 2020’s increased rainfall will bring output of wheat, grain, fruits & vegetables.

The episode wraps up Tom providing his tips on which sectors will be star performers for this year’s Top 100.

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Food & Drink Business delivers the industry’s most in-depth news and editorial coverage of Australia’s food and beverage sector. The Food & Drink Business podcast is one part of our multi-media platform, which provides: the latest news; expert opinion and business advice; insightful reports on industry issues and trends; new products; the latest research and technology developments; and regulatory updates. Tune in for entertaining and informative interviews from industry leaders, change drivers and experts across all aspects of the country’s leading manufacturing sector.

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MC: Grant McHerron

Host: Kim Berry

Producer: Steve Visscher

Food & Drink Business - 2020

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