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Bubs Australia wins permanent FDA nod for infant formula sales
The company said it secured FDA approval for Bubs Goat, Bubs 365 Day Grass Fed and Bubs Essential.
US convenience stores warn new food rule puts food stamp use at risk
The USDA rule requires retailers to offer at least seven varieties in each of four staple food categories to accept food...
Recall: Bottega 1995 – Brie Mon Sire
The affected batches have a marking of: Best Before 13/10/2026.
Aldi’s ‘dupes’: Where does clever lookalike become a copyright breach?
Aldi has successfully used this dupe or “lookalike” strategy for decades. However, the approach is not without risk.
Aldi loses copycat case brought by babyfood maker Little Bellies
The appellate court not only upheld the original ruling but also extended it to two additional products.
ACCC clears Kimberly-Clark-Kenvue deal subject to Carefree, Stayfree sale
The ACCC said the period care brands should be divested to an approved purchaser.
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...
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 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: 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 parent cleared to acquire Greenlea Group
Greenlea produces and exports 100 per cent grass-fed beef to more than 40 countries.
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 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 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.
