As concerns about the economy grew, Australians went ‘back to the basics’ of home cooking and shopping by rediscovering classic ingredients, according to leading food commentator, Liz Dangar. “In...

The re-introduction of dairy subsidies in the US has been met with disappointment in Australia, as concerns grow that protectionism could have a negative impact on food security. “The US announcement...

Restaurants have to focus on innovation when creating their entrée and side dish menus, according to new research from the US. Darren Tristano, Executive Vice-President at foodservice consultant Technomic,...

Continued speculation of a multi-billion dollar merger between Australia’s largest alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage makers has been quashed by Coca-Cola Amatil at their Annual General Meeting...

Campbell Soup Company, the world’s largest soup producer and owner of Arnott’s biscuits, has raised its profit forecast for the current year despite reporting an even bigger sales decline of...

A decision to introduce a national beverage deposit scheme – similar to that seen in South Australia – was not reached at a meeting of Australia’s state and federal environment ministers...

The Chief Executive of UK supermarket chain Asda, Andy Bond, has criticised the ‘premiumisation’ trend, which he believes has been found out by the more prudent grocery shopper. Mr Bond said...

Food Standards Australia New Zealand has reported that around 34 per cent of Australians are consuming too much salt but indicated that media reports might have exaggerated the over consumption. “Recent...

Coca-Cola Amatil have reported strong growth in the first half despite a “noticeable shift” in consumer behaviour. Australia’s largest soft drink beverage maker advised, in their May...

Australia’s largest supermarket chains are enhancing their focus on private label within their advertising campaigns as they seek to capitalise on an Australian consumer intent on cutting costs. A...