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Regulatory

US convenience stores warn new food rule puts food stamp use at risk
The impacted retailers include 7-Eleven, Wawa, Sheetz and RaceTrac.

US convenience stores warn new food rule puts food stamp use at risk

Thousands of US convenience stores could stop accepting food stamps unless the US Department of Agriculture delays enforcement of a rule requiring those stores to stock more fresh produce and protein, accordin...
Recall: Bottega 1995 – Brie Mon Sire
Aldi’s ‘dupes’: Where does clever lookalike become a copyright breach?
Aldi loses copycat case brought by babyfood maker Little Bellies
ACCC clears Kimberly-Clark-Kenvue deal subject to Carefree, Stayfree sale

Regulatory Archives

SPC Global seeks $4.5 million from former directors in legal action

The latest action follows a previous announcement in July.

Australia’s food manufacturing sector builds momentum, says AFGC

“Food and grocery manufacturing is Australia’s largest manufacturing sector and one of the country’s most significant em...
Soft drinks for sale in India.

India wanted red flags on chip packets and soda. Big Food fought back

Global food giants face scrutiny as India backs away from tougher front-of-pack nutrition warnings.
Abbott Laboratories logo is displayed on a screen at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)

Abbott reaches US$670 million settlement over preterm infant formula cases

The settlement was agreed to by three law firms representing about 2000 people with claims against Abbott.
Recall

Recall: Chen Foods – Mr Chen’s Szechuan Chilli Oil

Affected products have date markings: 04/12/2026 and 07/04/2027 and 11/12/2027.

Recall: Walter’s Artisan Bread – Banana Loaf

Affected products have a date marking: Use by 05/08/26 & 12/08/26.
Anzco

Anzco parent cleared to acquire Greenlea Group

Greenlea produces and exports 100 per cent grass-fed beef to more than 40 countries.
Recall

Recall: Edesia Enterprises Noosa Gourmet – Brioche Rolls

The impacted products have a date marking of: Best Before 5 Aug 26.

ACCC probes Aldi, Coles and Leggo after Four Corners claims

The businesses in question told Inside FMCG that they reject the claims raised by Four Corners.
Kegstar kegs

Kegstar fails to get clearance for Konvoy deal – again 

The ACCC said the deal would substantially lessen competition in the supply of keg pooling services in Australia. 

Former coconut water firm CEO Tim Xenos resentenced in court

Xenos’ all-grounds appeal was accepted on one count by the court on April 24 of this year.
Foodstuffs truck

Foodstuffs SI heads to court over price fixing allegations

The commission also alleged that it continues to detect anti-competitive behaviour from the country’s major supermarkets...

Recall: Key-Sun Kids – Honey & Eucalyptus + Acerola Lozenge

The affected products have a date marking of 'Use by: June 2028' and a batch number of 0072.

Liquor tax anger as Australia raises spirits excise rate

The council said the current system could reduce the price competitiveness of legal products.

Recall: Auxico Perth – LGM Hot Chilli Oil

The product has been available for sale in Asian supermarkets, independent retailers including IGA and online in WA.