Three quarters of shoppers who have made changes to their food and grocery shopping due to the economic climate say that they will stick with their new habits even when the economy recovers, according...

Nutrition, environmental health, and food safety are issues that are becoming closely tied and vital to success in the food sector, according to speakers at the 2009 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)...

The use of toys and competitions to entice fast-food purchases has been criticised by the Obesity Coalition following a survey suggesting that consumers are keen on regulation of such practices. The new...

Coles, Australia’s second largest supermarket chain, will be selling new re-usable and biodegradable checkout bags in its stores across Australia from September 1 this year as the issue of plastic...

Convenience and an improved menu have led to another strong result in Australia by the world’s largest burger chain, while low prices have ensured continued growth around the world. The seemingly...

Nominations are now open for the ARA Australian Retail Awards – which celebrate the best major retailers, smaller owner-operated stores and retail innovation, as well as the achievements of young...

Australia’s leading food and beverage companies have highlighted their commitment to sustainable manufacturing with lower energy production and sustainable packaging options to celebrate World Environment...

Once the poor relation of the more glamorous chilled dessert, latest research from Mintel finds frozen desserts are witnessing something of a revival in the UK. After years of stagnant growth, sales of...

Campbell’s Soup Australia is conducting a voluntary national recall of the below listed product as a precautionary health measure. Pieces of rubber have been identified in some cans. Campbell’s...

Alcohol beverage distributor and manufacturer Independent Distillers fear the introduction of alcopops tax will cut jobs, not drinking. If new excise measures are passed by the Senate, this could mean...