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Victoria’s poultry farms ordered to lock down as bird flu detected
Victoria is the first Australian jurisdiction to introduce a mandatory poultry housing order.
Liquor tax anger as Australia raises spirits excise rate
The council said the current system could reduce the price competitiveness of legal products.
Social media is reshaping the way Australians discover and buy products
Australia's social commerce market is forecast to grow by around 20 per cent annually and reach approximately $12 billio...
Philip Gregan to step down as NZ Winegrowers CEO after 43 years
During Gregan's tenure, New Zealand's wine industry grew into an export sector worth about $2.4 billion.
More Australians are eating enough lean meat and alternative foods
The ABS said most Australians did not meet the minimum recommended serves for any of the five food groups.
In 10 years, 7 million Aussies could be using GLP-1s, reshaping food sector
"Everyone eating from the same fridge is likely to share in that healthier basket."
Central Coast Food Manufacturing Innovation Hub opens in Ourimbah
The facility provides SMEs with access to shared production space, equipment and expertise.
Foodstuffs selects cool product concepts in New World Emerge finalists
For New World, the programme helps identify New Zealand suppliers and introduce new products into its stores.
Can food date labels reduce waste? Nestlé launches Australia pilot
Nestlé is launching the 'Sniff, Look, Taste' on-pack date-labelling pilot in Australia.
Cancer Council leads new lobby opposing ‘junk food’ promotions
Proposed measures cover online platforms, social media, gaming, sports sponsorships, retail settings and other environme...
Five trends shaping the next era of health and wellness
The report found consumers prioritise scientific evidence, transparency and product experience when selecting supplement...
Beer market shifts as consumer preferences diversify, report finds
Mexico has been overtaken by another country as the most popular source of imported beer.
Drop Shop concept ‘reinvents’ wine retailing
According to the founders, the concept responds to changes in consumer purchasing behaviour and aims to simplify product...
Moderation goes mainstream: More and more Aussies are pausing drinking
Half of Australians have consciously taken a break from drinking over the past year, research finds.
Cold brew in minutes: Researchers take the heat out of coffee processing
The technology may have applications for manufacturers of bottled coffee, ready-to-drink beverages and coffee concentrat...
Foodstuffs South Island to expand facial recognition to more stores
New World Stanmore will begin using the technology from June 8.
Woolworths is no longer Australia’s least-trusted brand
Bunnings retained its position as Australia’s most trusted brand for a tenth consecutive quarter.
Organic industry doubles down on growth in landmark strategy
The strategy marks the first time organic certification bodies have aligned behind a coordinated national research agend...
Aussies change grocery shopping habits as cost pressures continue
The findings indicate that consumers are adjusting how they shop for groceries in response to higher prices.
Discounts trump trickery in the confectionery aisle
Here's why some brands may overestimate the level of attention consumers are willing to give to promotional mechanics.
