11+ hour, 40+ 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, 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, 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, 9+ hour ago   (208+ words) Confectionery brand Funday Natural Sweets has partnered with Australian childrenswear retailer Cotton On Kids to release a limited-edition apparel collection inspired by the candy brand’s core product range. The range features graphics based on Funday’s confectionery variants, including Strawberry & Cream,…...

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…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (274+ words) Aldi has once again lost the copyright case brought by Little Bellies after the appellate court not only upheld the original ruling but also extended it to some additional products. The Australian-founded baby and toddler snack brand scored its landmark…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (178+ words) Lion has expanded its ready-to-drink beverage portfolio in Australia by introducing a new line of alcoholic iced tea, Kirin Asobi, available at Liquorland. Made from a blend of real black tea, Japanese Shochu, sparkling water, and fruit juice, the alcoholic…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (106+ words) This release marks a format diversification for the brand, which previously focused on pioneering ready-to-drink protein water products. The new range offers active dietary ingredients in a convenient, single-serve, waterless powder format, targeting consumers who prefer simplified daily supplement routines....

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (235+ words) Confectionery brand Hugos Chocolates has entered the home baking category by introducing its baking line, Hugos Bakes, at Coles. Hugos Bakes Roasted Kataifi offers pre-shredded and roasted wheat pastry designed for layering, topping, or wrapping both sweet and savoury items....