Australia’s drinking habits are changing, with new research showing that half of Australians (50 per cent) have consciously taken a break from alcohol during the past year and more than four in 10 (42 per cent) plan to reduce their consumption further.Read More
Australian wine producers are reporting renewed growth in Canada, with export figures, sales data and importer feedback pointing to increased demand for premium and regionally distinctive wines.Read More
Victoria recorded $22.1 billion in food and fibre exports in 2024–25, retaining its position as Australia’s largest food and fibre exporting state for the second consecutive year.Read More
A 28-year analysis of Australian non-alcoholic beverage sales has found a marked shift in consumer preferences, with water and low and no sugar carbonated drinks now accounting for a larger share of the market.Read More
According to the World Health Organisation, sugary drinks are contributors to type 2 diabetes and obesity. Famous Soda was launched in 2018 to deliver sugar-free, all-natural alternatives. Dae Hong writes.Read More
Products are increasingly being designed for the needs of family households rather than individuals. Seedlab Australia has welcomed a group of family-focused founders into Bootcamp 13.Read More
Saputo Dairy Australia’s Liddells has expanded its range with a lactose free product – cheese slices – developed for consumers seeking lactose free dairy options.Read More
Australian food and beverage manufacturers ended 2025 with higher summer revenue, according to the latest Manufacturing Health Index from Unleashed.Read More
According to the ‘2025 Victorian Wine Industry Economic Scorecard’ commissioned by Wine Victoria and prepared by RMCG, Victoria’s wine industry contributed a record $10.8 billion to the economy in 2025.Read More
Australia’s farm gate production value is forecast to exceed $100 billion this financial year, reaching this milestone four years ahead of the National Farmers Federation’s 2030 target.Read More
New data from Endeavour Group show a sharp rise in alcohol purchases ahead of Christmas, with an increased growth of the sparkling wine category.Read More
Australian beef exports reached a record level in 2025, exceeding 1.5 million tonnes for the first time in a calendar year according to Meat & Livestock’s global supply analyst Tim Jackson.Read More
New research shows that premium ice cream is moving from an occasional treat to a daily indulgence. Petrol and convenience (P&C) channels are emerging as the main beneficiaries of this trend.Read More
Australia has broken the record for the highest volume of beef exported in a calendar year, with year-to-date exports reaching 1.398 million tonnes. This milestone reflects demand for Australian red meat and the industry’s domestic productive capacity.Read More
The wine industry has long thrived on innovation to enhance flavour, workplace efficiency and sustainability. However, it is not immune to the changing taste preferences of younger generations. Endeavour Group’s director of merchandise and buying, Tim Carroll, joined Food and Beverage Industry News to share his insights. Dae Hong writes.Read More
