<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Food - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/rss/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Food news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening!]]></description><language>en-au</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0100</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Rising costs threaten viability of Australia’s food and grocery supply chain]]></title><description><![CDATA[5 November&nbsp;2024&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;Australia&rsquo;s peak body representing food and grocery manufacturers is raising concerns over mounting cost pressures on the food industry in its response to the ACCC&rsquo;s Interim Report for its inquiry into supermarket pricing.Recent data shows that&nbsp;rising costs are eroding industry profits. Although some costs, including some commodities, energy, and shipping have slightly moderated, they continue to be above pre-COVID levels and other costs ar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/rising-costs-threaten-viability-of-australias-food-and-grocery-supply-chain/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/rising-costs-threaten-viability-of-australias-food-and-grocery-supply-chain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AFGC welcomes progress in soft plastics recycling in Queensland]]></title><description><![CDATA[1 October 2024&nbsp;&ndash; The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) applauds the Queensland government&rsquo;s $1 million investment in a new soft plastics recycling pilot. The initiative, in partnership with Soft Plastics Stewardship Australia Ltd (SPSA), builds on years of industry collaboration to create a circular economy for soft plastics.&ldquo;We are pleased to see the Queensland government take action on soft plastics recycling,&rdquo; said AFGC CEO Tanya Barden. &ldquo;This fundi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/afgc-welcomes-progress-in-soft-plastics-recycling-in-queensland/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 06:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/afgc-welcomes-progress-in-soft-plastics-recycling-in-queensland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greater Shepparton shines as a regional hub for food and grocery manufacturing]]></title><description><![CDATA[3 September 2024, Kialla&nbsp;&ndash; Food and grocery manufacturing is crucial to regional Australia, employing nearly 40% of the sector&rsquo;s 280,000-strong workforce. Greater Shepparton stands out as a key player, transforming locally sourced agricultural products into trusted Australians brands.The joint event held by Community for Greater Shepparton and AFGC today highlights the strength of food and grocery manufacturing in Greater Shepparton, dubbed the &ldquo;Food Bowl of Australia&rdqu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/greater-shepparton-shines-as-a-regional-hub-for-food-and-grocery-manufacturing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 05:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/greater-shepparton-shines-as-a-regional-hub-for-food-and-grocery-manufacturing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Australian food and grocery manufacturing industry shows resilience amid rising costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[20 August 2024 &ndash; The Australian Food and Grocery Council has today called for the Federal Government to include the largest manufacturing sector in its Future Made in Australia policy following the release of its annual industry snapshot for 2022/23. The State of the Industry report highlights the vital role the food and grocery manufacturing industry plays in Australia&rsquo;s economy, employment, and every household.<br />
Key highlights:<br />
Increase in value: Turnover, or the value of the sector]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/australian-food-and-grocery-manufacturing-industry-shows-resilience-amid-rising-costs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 02:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/australian-food-and-grocery-manufacturing-industry-shows-resilience-amid-rising-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resilient infrastructure needed for tougher supply chains, say food and grocery leaders]]></title><description><![CDATA[14 Aug 2024, Sydney &ndash; Strengthening the resilience of Australian transport infrastructure and high freight costs are top supply chain priorities for food and grocery manufacturers, as revealed in a survey at the Australian Food and Grocery Council&rsquo;s (AFGC) Supply Chain Summit this week.<br />
Frequent failures of transport infrastructure, due to natural disasters and other factors, have hindered industry productivity through congestion and delays. In addition, rising energy, freight, and i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/resilient-infrastructure-needed-for-tougher-supply-chains-say-food-and-grocery-leaders/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/resilient-infrastructure-needed-for-tougher-supply-chains-say-food-and-grocery-leaders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food manufacturers call for collaboration on health outcomes after Parliamentary report ]]></title><description><![CDATA[4 July 2024 &ndash; The peak body representing food and grocery manufacturers notes the Diabetes Inquiry report and considers it an opportunity to deepen collaboration with stakeholders. &nbsp;&ldquo;The AFGC&rsquo;s interest in this inquiry stems from the crucial role played by food and beverage manufacturers in promoting healthier diets by offering nutritious options and clearer information on pack,&rdquo; said CEO of the Australian Food and Grocery Council Tanya Barden.&nbsp;&nbsp;AFGC and it]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/food-manufacturers-call-for-collaboration-on-health-outcomes-after-parliamentary-report/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jul 2024 04:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/food-manufacturers-call-for-collaboration-on-health-outcomes-after-parliamentary-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AFGC Statement on ultra-processed  food]]></title><description><![CDATA[21 June &ndash; Processed food plays a key role in modern diets, offering both convenient and nutritious options such as wholegrain breads and dairy milk alternatives.&nbsp;Food and beverage companies are constantly innovating to reduce total energy, sugar and salt, and to present products with portion control information to help consumers moderate their consumption.&nbsp;&nbsp;As makers of packaged food, we play an active role in keeping consumers informed. That is why the AFGC and its members]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/afgc-statement-on-ultra-processed-food/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2024 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/afgc-statement-on-ultra-processed-food/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stronger protections for suppliers a positive step in Code report]]></title><description><![CDATA[The peak body for food and grocery manufacturers welcomes the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct Review&rsquo;s recognition of the fear of retribution and measures to address this is a positive step forward for suppliers.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) supports a Code that can resolve disputes between suppliers and retailers in a fast, flexible, low-cost and confidential manner.&nbsp;&nbsp;It is a positive step that fear of retribution from suppliers, which can become a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/stronger-protections-for-suppliers-a-positive-step-in-code-report/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2024 05:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/stronger-protections-for-suppliers-a-positive-step-in-code-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food manufacturers welcome confidence and commitment from Environment Ministers]]></title><description><![CDATA[21 June &ndash; Today&rsquo;s announcement by Environment Ministers of a pathway forward for soft plastics collection, the development of end markets for recycled products and design standards has been welcomed by the peak body representing food and grocery manufacturers.The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) welcomes ministers&rsquo; comments which will support ongoing work on an industry led scheme around the nationwide collection of soft plastics for recycling back into food grade pac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/food-manufacturers-welcome-confidence-and-commitment-from-environment-ministers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Jun 2024 05:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/food-manufacturers-welcome-confidence-and-commitment-from-environment-ministers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AFGC responds to Federal Budget 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[14 May &ndash; Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) commends the Federal Government for the Budget&rsquo;s twin focus of giving cost of living relief to Australians in the present while investing in a Future Made in Australia.AFGC CEO Tanya Barden said:<br />
&ldquo;It is encouraging to see a budget that addresses the needs of Australians doing it tough. It is also commendable for the Budget to invest in Australia&rsquo;s future with support to industries of the future and manufacturing.As the p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/afgc-responds-to-federal-budget-2024/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2024 06:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/afgc-responds-to-federal-budget-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate supermarket report highlights need for stronger grocery code, AFGC says ]]></title><description><![CDATA[8 May &ndash; The peak body for food and grocery manufacturing in Australia notes the report by the Senate&rsquo;s select committee on supermarket pricing.The Committee&rsquo;s report highlighted the need to strengthen the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct through tougher penalties and the introduction of an independent arbiter. It also underlined the reality and concern over fear of retribution faced by food and grocery manufacturers. This chimes with the review of the Code by Craig Emerson whic]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/senate-supermarket-report-highlights-need-for-stronger-grocery-code-afgc-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2024 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/senate-supermarket-report-highlights-need-for-stronger-grocery-code-afgc-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hungry Jack’s drops wild new menu item]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a move described as &ldquo;making Aussie burger history&rdquo;, Hungry Jack&rsquo;s has launched a bite-sized snack that takes on everything we knew about the iconic menu item.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/hungry-jacks-drops-wild-new-menu-item/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 04:37:43 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/hungry-jacks-drops-wild-new-menu-item/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woolies hits back at iconic product fury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Woolworths has hit back at reports it had ditched an Australian-owned milk brand from all Metro stores.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/woolies-hits-back-at-iconic-product-fury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 01:10:32 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/woolies-hits-back-at-iconic-product-fury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’m done’: Woolies’ move provokes outrage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Woolworths is under fire for Australian-produced milk from almost 100 stores.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/im-done-woolies-move-provokes-outrage/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 16:05:34 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/im-done-woolies-move-provokes-outrage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major Aussie winery goes bust]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of Australia&rsquo;s largest organic wineries has gone into administration after failing to sell the business.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/major-aussie-winery-goes-bust/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 11:59:37 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/major-aussie-winery-goes-bust/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man named after alleged fatal pub assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man will remain behind bars on remand over allegations he fatally assaulted a bouncer after being ejected from a Sydney pub.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/man-named-after-alleged-fatal-pub-assault/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 02:45:44 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/man-named-after-alleged-fatal-pub-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum’s Coles hack to feed family for $5]]></title><description><![CDATA[If there&rsquo;s one thing you must know about me &hellip; I love chicken. It&rsquo;s super versatile, protein-packed and the one meat I can get my whole family to eat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/mums-coles-hack-to-feed-family-for-5/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Feb 2024 21:33:45 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/mums-coles-hack-to-feed-family-for-5/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman reveals brilliant canned tuna oil hack]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2024, the taste team is getting savvy about saving. From ordering less takeout to really stepping up our meal-planning efforts, we&rsquo;re on a mission to reduce the cost of cooking the dishes we love.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/woman-reveals-brilliant-canned-tuna-oil-hack/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 03:39:45 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/woman-reveals-brilliant-canned-tuna-oil-hack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albo backs mystery new supermarket chain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Albanese has backed the entry of a mystery new supermarket chain into Australia to boost competition against the big supermarkets Woolies and Coles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/albo-backs-mystery-new-supermarket-chain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 03:39:45 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/albo-backs-mystery-new-supermarket-chain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woolies responds to ‘annoying’ grocery rant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australia&rsquo;s biggest supermarkets have responded to a common customer complaint after a mum exposed the &ldquo;frustrating&rdquo; issue in a viral rant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/woolies-responds-to-annoying-grocery-rant/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 02:50:47 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/food/woolies-responds-to-annoying-grocery-rant/</guid></item></channel></rss>