From chillies and capsicums to cabbage and cucumbers, Wallaroo Produce Supplies in Severnlea will soon feed more mouths thanks to funding from the Queensland government’s Rural Economic Development (RED) Grant scheme.
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Rare opportunity at South Melbourne Market
With millions of visitors each year and a reputation for having some of the best fresh produce and shopping in Melbourne, stall opportunities at the South Melbourne Market are rare and not to be missed.
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Strawberry prices drop due to oversupply
Strawberries are selling for well below the cost of production due to an oversupply.
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Farmers turn to crowdfunding
Landcare and internet platform Pozible have formed a crowdfunding partnership for farmers.
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Will the hazelnut shortage hurt Nutella supplies?
Turkey, the world’s largest producer of hazelnuts is facing a major shortage of the nuts due to bad weather.
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Australia pulls out of world food expo
Australian food producers will miss out on next year’s World Expo in Milan due to the federal budget deficit.
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SA cheesemakers announce $15m partnership with local farmers
SA cheesemakers La Casa Del Formaggio have formed a partnership with six local dairy farms.
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Strong growth expected for milk industry: IBISWorld
Milk and milk alternatives, including soy and grain milk, are expected to post strong revenue growth over the next five years to reach $4.2 billion by 2019-20, IBISWorld has found.
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MLA MD promises to engage with farmers
The new MLA managing director, has promised to involve beef producers in research and marketing decisions.
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Jamie Oliver campaign success a “furphy”: AUSVEG
Woolworths has claimed its Jamie Oliver healthy eating campaign has been “great” for growers, but AUSVEG isn't convinced.
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Crowdfunding pays off for Wakefield Grange
The first two weeks of the Wakefield Grange Nose to Tail Pozible crowdfunding campaign have proved to be very successful.
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New “black apple” developed to rival Pink Lady
The same WA researchers that developed the Pink Lady have grown a new “black apple”, following 20 years of research.
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Citrus producers enjoying 30 percent price boost
Citrus producers in Western Australia are experiencing a price boost due to a strong overseas demand.
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Food trail map designed to showcase the Sunshine Coast’s food industry
Sunshine Coast Destination Limited (SCDL) is developing a new food trail app which is designed to showcase the region’s diverse food offering thanks to a grant from the Queensland State Government.
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$6 mill ricotta plant opens at Stanhope
Fonterra Australia has announced the official opening of its $6 million ricotta plant at its Stanhope site in northern Victoria.
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Jamie Oliver weighs in on Woolworths campaign being funded by growers
The Jamie Oliver Group responded to Ausveg’s plea for support by saying Oliver is concerned, but has no sway with the grocery retailer.
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Who’s funding Woolies’ Jamie Oliver campaign?
VIDEO: This week’s news wrap-up is all about Woolworths' Jamie Oliver campaign, which AusVeg says is being funded by growers.
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Food grants axing, a “slap in the face”: Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance
The federal government has axed the $1.5 million Community Food Grants program, which would have seen funds invested in projects including farmers markets, food co-operatives, community gardens and city farms.
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Industry and government unsure about ACCC price setting powers
The federal government, the Greens and the National Farmers Federation are all unsure that giving the ACCC the power to set farm gate prices is the best solution to unsustainable discounting.
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Coles opens three new ‘foodie destination’ stores in Sydney
Three new Coles outlets, opened on 4 December, will include freshly-prepared takeaway meal options, Lavazza coffee and dedicated Coles Simply Healthy Living sections.
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