Grocery wholesaler Metcash has reported strong private label sales over the past year, providing confidence in their expansion plans. Speaking during a visit to NSW site facilities, Andrew Reitzer, CEO...

Cost reduction is the top priority in 2009 for senior executives in the food and beverage industry according to a new report, Food and Beverage 2012, from business advisory firm Deloitte, which provides...

The strides made forward in attempts to combat obesity may be undermined by the recession, according to the findings of a survey by the leading UK consumer group. The survey found 24% of Brits are making...

European consumers are keen to see food and beverage manufacturers enhance the environmental credentials of their packaging, according to a new survey released this week. Consumer survey results published...

Stevia, a sugar substitute with no calories that has been dubbed by some as the ‘holy grail’ of sweeteners, has now been introduced into sports drinks. All Sport and Dr Pepper Snapple Group...

The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC), the nation’s peak body representing food and grocery manufacturers, has urged the government to make sure they understand the real impact that an emissions...

Exotic fruit growers in Far North Queensland are likely to reap their worst harvest in many years due to the impact of adverse weather conditions. The beginning of the wet season earlier than usual has...

Applications for Electrolux Appetite for Excellence, the ultimate national competition for young hospitality professionals are now open. The new season brings exciting news for the program as it welcomes...

Food producer, Buderim Ginger Limited, today announced after-tax profit for 2008 more than doubled to $2.006M from $671,000 in 2007. “Operating profit for the Group increased solidly for the full...

Wesfarmers Managing Director Richard Goyder is looking to address the lack of consumer interest in fresh produce at supermarkets, as less than 50 per cent of their customers purchase fresh produce. Mr...