National

Alcopop tax threatened by Libs, Greens beer at the supermarket

The heavily publicised ‘alcopop’ tax is no certainty to be passed through the Senate, with both the Liberal and Greens parties indicating a lack of support for the legislation. Read More →

World

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The US Congress has passed a $290 billion farm bill, which will increase subsidies to US farmers and cut international aid programs. George Bush has threatened to veto the bill, however, but there is still a good chance it will be passed into law. Interestingly, the presidential candidates response to... Read more »

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Wine and chocolate to create taste sensation

Chocolate and wine

Swiss based food manufacturer Barry Callebaut, a world leading manufacturer of high quality cocoa and chocolate products, has successfully completed research to discover the potential for a tasty chocolate and wine combination to be created. Origin chocolates, which are made with beans harvested in only... Read more »

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Foodpro 2008

Sydney Convention Centre

The food and beverage manufacturing industry’s biggest event in Australia returns in 2008. It will showcase the latest innovations in the industry and provide a great opportunity for networking with thousands of industry professionals.

Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre

July 21-24

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National

Food shortage by 2020?

Australia may have its own food crisis, with the WA Vegetable Growers Association indicating their fear that WA will be unable to feed itself with fresh... Read more »

Flying fox decision could threaten Queensland fruit industry

Peak horticulture body Growcom has reacted with outrage at Queensland legislation introduced last night which has withdrawn damage mitigation permits for... Read more »

Claims of savings from unit-based pricing are misleading: ARA

The unit pricing plan, which has been gathering momentum throughout the year, was finally introduced to the Senate yesterday by the Family First Party. Read More →

Greens plastic bag levy legislation “slammed” by ARA

Legislation to apply a 25c levy on plastic bags was introduced to the senate by the Australian Greens Party yesterday. According to the Greens, similar... Read more »


World

US farm bill to ignore global food crisis

The US Congress has passed a $290 billion farm bill, which will increase subsidies to US farmers and cut international aid programs. George Bush has threatened... Read more »

Food wastage out of control

The cost of needlessly wasted food to UK households is £10 billion a year, £2 billion higher than previously estimated, according to new research published... Read more »

Nestlé plans to tackle obesity with science

Nestlé, a world leading food manufacturer, is now attempting to create scientifically based foods to assist consumers in leading healthier lives. The... Read more »


Whats New

Wine and chocolate to create taste sensation

Swiss based food manufacturer Barry Callebaut, a world leading manufacturer of high... Read more »

Coca-Cola Amatil continue alcohol sector expansion

Pacific Beverages, a brand under the Coca-Cola Amatil banner, have announced that... Read more »

Powerade launch zero-calorie sports drink

Powerade, a brand under the Coca-Cola Company banner, has tried to enhance their... Read more »


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