11+ hour, 44+ min ago   (361+ words) As Australian consumers look for ways to increase their protein intake, Sunrice has added protein to staple rice products. According to Euromonitor, 28 per cent of Australian consumers actively seek high-protein foods when grocery shopping. In response, Sunrice launched Sunrice Microwave…...

4+ day, 9+ hour ago   (177+ words) Belle Brands has acquired hair wellness brand Vegamour, adding the business to its growing portfolio of beauty labels. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Vegamour will join Belle Brands’ portfolio alongside brands such as JVN Hair, KVD Beauty,…...

4+ day, 13+ hour ago   (345+ words) The functional drinks sector is entering a new phase as drinking habits and expectations around beverages change. Australian innovation is contributing to this shift. Younger Australians are drinking less alcohol than previous generations, while low- and no-alcohol lifestyles are changing…...

5+ day, 13+ hour ago   (301+ words) Australian consumers are getting lured by discounts more than ever before. But they are less likely than ever to stay loyal to a retailer after making a purchase. The opposing trends were identified in a report conducted by retail industry…...

5+ day, 9+ hour ago   (217+ words) Global food giant Danone has introduced its flagship high-protein yoghurt brand, YoPro, to the New Zealand market. Manufactured in Victoria’s Kiewa Valley, the New Zealand product lineup includes standard YoPro pouches and pots containing 15g of protein per serve, alongside the…...

5+ day, 10+ hour ago   (251+ words) Wholesaling giant Metcash has had a strong start to the fiscal year in terms of sales, but it has warned investors that elevated inflationary pressures on its food products could dent profit margins. The company has managed to remain resilient…...

6+ day, 10+ hour ago   (257+ words) Dairy processor Adelaide Hills Dairies, known as Paris Creek Farms, has launched Swiss & Oats, a pre-packaged, single-serve dairy range. Designed for the ready-to-eat breakfast and convenience market, the range combines Swiss-style cultured dairy, whole Australian oats, chia seeds, and fruit…...

1+ week, 8+ hour ago   (236+ words) Tetra Pak has appointed Michael Wu as MD of its Oceania business, effective September 1. Wu will lead the company’s operations across Australia and New Zealand, bringing 18 years of experience from roles across Tetra Pak’s global business. He joins the Oceania…...

1+ week, 10+ hour ago   (299+ words) Coles has ended its three-year partnership with controversial American software and cybersecurity firm Palantir, while also claiming the technology was never used on its customers for surveillance. Palantir has attracted public scrutiny due to its partnerships with the US Government’s…...

1+ week, 10+ hour ago   (198+ words) Australian food brand Destination Italy has expanded its Italian-made frozen pizza line by launching two variations across ANZ. The new flavours, Woodfired Puttanesca and Woodfired Salame, are produced in Italy before being exported to the Australian market. Woodfired Puttanesca Pizza…...