Woolworths has today reinstated purchase limits on a range of essential products in Victoria both in-store and online.
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Carman’s new Goodness & Grains
Goodness & Grains, which is Carman’s first foray into the ready-to-eat cereal category, was developed in response to consumers demanding more nutritious and delicious choices in aisle. The range consists of three delectable flavours: Sultana & Cinnamon, Almond & Coconut and Cranberry & Vanilla.
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The Arnott’s Group buys majority share in Diver Foods
The Arnott’s Group has signed an agreement to acquire cereal and snacks business Diver Foods as part of plans to launch a new business division, Good Food Partners.
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The spice of life – why ingredients are set to take off in 2021
Next year will be a watershed year for Australia’s oldest and largest ingredients’ supplier, Langdon, as it marks its 170th birthday. As with any successful business, passion for the product and constant innovation are keys to keeping a brand relevant and at the cutting edge of its industry. That is why Langdon has unveiled a new look featuring a refreshed brand mark, strapline and vision to deliver “A World of Taste”.
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Strategy before technology key to improving competitiveness with Industry 4.0 technology
Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things have been buzzwords in the food and beverage industry for the past few years. Yet, as highlighted in a recent survey, uptake is still stagnant, with only 20 per cent of companies having implemented solutions that could help them become more efficient, productive and competitive using the technology. Even more worrying is another 40 per cent know that they would benefit from such initiatives but have yet to do anything about it. That leaves a huge 40 per cent who aren’t even thinking about doing anything at the present time.
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North America’s packaging industry sees a rise of 59 per cent in deal activity
North America’s packaging industry saw a rise of 59 per cent in overall deal activity during Q4 2020, when compared to the four-quarter average, according to GlobalData’s deals database.
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When working from home isn’t working
The concept of remote working has been around for a while – first introduced by IBM in the 1980s – but it skyrocketed in popularity in 2020 as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This option has gone from being a novel, sought-out benefit for many workers to becoming the norm, with some companies choosing to go fully remote in order to keep costs down and reduce the chances of infection. However, as top human resources experts have argued, this isn’t always the best-case scenario for some employees.
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Innovative global technology on your doorstep
As a pivotal partner of the Natec Network, Gold Peg provides diverse innovative cooking solutions to food manufacturing companies all over the world for production rates from 100 kg/h.
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Top 5 technologies transforming food
Alternative ingredients and digital tools are critical to weathering disruptions in the agrifood value chain. Smaller competitors are using digital tools, novel channels to gain market access, and other innovations to gain share, shaking up the entire agifood value chain. To help guide innovation in this space, Lux Research released its annual report, “Foresight 2021: Top Emerging Technologies to Watch.”
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Nespresso’s Barista Creations for Ice Range
Nespresso has released a new series of cold beverages – the Barista Creations For Ice range, which includes two new characteristic blends crafted to partner with ice and cold coffee recipes.
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Speed and accuracy vital in supply chain
Processing orders is an essential component of doing business, but for companies in the food industry like Paulig, which manufactures and distributes perishable goods, speed and accuracy in the supply chain is critical. Additionally, the food industry is experiencing continuous growth, and companies within the industry are facing the challenge of handling increasing order volumes without adding new staff and maintaining employee satisfaction.
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The custodians of Brand Australia
Latitude 28° is the amalgamation of two longstanding livestock families, proudly taking Australian beef to international markets. Seeing themselves as ‘custodians of brand Australia’, the Latitude 28° team feels a duty to uphold the legacy of Australia’s agricultural industry, offering a brand and product that consumers can trust.
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Positive outlook for industry says Diageo MD
Taking a year’s sabbatical to drive around Australia with his young family to see a bit of the country was the plan for Angus McPherson at the end of 2019. By May 2020, those plans were on the backburner and he was sitting in the managing director’s chair at beverage multi-national, Diageo, and dealing with a pandemic outbreak that changed the way the company had been doing business.
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AIP launches salary survey
The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) has partnered with sister association the Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP) to bring their annual salary survey to the Australasian Region.
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Soulfresh appoints CMO
Soulfresh has appointed Michael Davies as chief marketing officer, tasked with crafting and spearheading Soulfresh’s international growth as it continues to disrupt food markets across ANZ and Europe.
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Australia’s largest PET recycling plant under construction
Construction is underway on a recycling facility in Albury-Wodonga that will see the equivalent of around 1 billion PET plastic bottles recycled each year.
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Cannabis-infused Myrcene Hemp Gin
Autumn is almost upon us, and Australians will soon bid farewell to the longer days and balmy weather for another year. As we move away from the fruity flavours of summer, The Cannabis Company’s Myrcene Hemp Gin is the perfect, feel-good spirit to warm us up in the cooler months.
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Lark names Distiller of the Year
Tasmania’s Lark Distillery has been named Australian Distiller of the Year in Whisky Magazine’s Icons of Whisky Australia 2021 awards.
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HelloFresh grows revenue by 143 per cent
Meal kit company HelloFresh has seen a significant lift in the volume of orders as it expands its share of the New Zealand market and doubles its menu.
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Cold brew sparkling tea
Tea for two has taken on a whole new meaning for Australian beverage business East Forged, whose locally produced nitrogen infused cold brew teas are gaining international attention – and winning accolades at the same time.
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