A new proposal will be put before the Victoria Farmers Federation (VFF) at a conference in Melbourne tomorrow which will potentially force major supermarket chains to sell only Australian grown fruit.
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Cheap imports create unfair playing field: Kagome
Kagome Australia, the country's last major tomato processor, has thrown its weight behind a Productivity Commission review into processed fruit imports, arguing Australian brands can't compete in today's marketplace.
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New SPC labelling could lead the push for stronger labelling laws
SPC Ardmona has decided to move the fine print from the back of its labels to the front enabling consumers to easily identify where the ingredients originate from.
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Cheap import tariffs considered by Productivity Commission
The Productivity Commission will look into the possible introduction of "safeguards" against imported processed fruits and tomatoes, following SPC Ardmona's announcement that it will axe up to 114 growers for next summer.
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2012 saw trying times for Aussie apple and pear industry
Aggressive pricing tactics and a weakening processing sector resulted in the Aussie apple and pear industry enduring trying times over the past 12 months.
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Goulburn Valley growers expected to destroy trees by spring
750,000 unwanted fruit trees are expected to be destroyed by spring in Victoria’s troubled Goulburn Valley region.
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Superfoods: not so super after all?
Superfoods is a buzzword now part of mainstream food and health language, often touted as miracle foods that cure all ills, stave off ageing and disease, or aid weight loss.
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State vs federal in WA grape gripe
A proposal to allow Californian grapes into Western Australia is seeing the state’s Department of Agriculture take on its federal counterpart in an effort to maintain its pest-free reputation.
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Year-round supply a focus for new avocado group
The Avolution is a new avocado marketing company bringing producers from around the country together to help ensure consumers have a year-round supply of the fruit.
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Robots could replace farm workers
If a research project from the University of Sydney has its way, robots will be replacing farm workers in the next five to 10 years.
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Quit your whinging, it’s our fault! AUSBUY’s take on Simplot and McCains cutbacks
In light of recent announcements from Simplot and McCains regarding cutbacks to their produce supply, AUSBUY have come out to say that when it comes down to it, the only ones to blame are ourselves.
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Government talks provide hope for fruit growers
Goulburn Valley orchardist Peter Hall, along with fellow fruit growers and officials from the Manufacturing Workers Union discussed the regions fruit crisis with parliamentarians in Canberra yesterday.
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McCain Foods under pressure from Aussie dollar and imports
Food processor McCain Foods has confirmed that four potato growers in Ballarat will not have their contracts renewed for the October/ November harvest period.
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Trying times could see Simplot plants shut up shop
Simplot Australia has advised employees that two of its plants are under threat of closure, with the food manufacturer blaming a very competitive market and unsustainably high costs.
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Cost of doing business forcing processors offshore
New Zealand's primary producers are reaping the benefits of the high cost of doing business here in Australia.
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Fast & Fruity by Freshfields
A new fruit range, Fast & Fruity by Freshfields, has just been launched in Australia and is available in Coles stores nationally.
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Strawberry study serves as sweet news for growers
New research from the University of Western Australia has provided valuable insights into the devastating fungal infection, Fusarium Wit which attacks strawberries.
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Federal Government’s National Food Plan to be launched on Saturday
The Federal Government’s new National Food Plan will be launched this weekend and is expected to outline policies for food production, processing and accessibility.
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Concentrated facts on juice and health
As the size of the average Australian waistline continues to expand, everything from salt intake, fat content and sugar have been under scrutiny, forcing businesses to develop healthier alternatives.
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Cider consumption tipped to double
Australia’s recent love for cider does not appear to be a passing phase with consumption predicted to double within the coming years.
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