“As we enter a new decade, the challenges and opportunities facing F&B are extraordinary. Continue →

  A Kiwi biotech startup created to reduce global dependence on milk protein has been named the first recipient of funding from a new multi-million initiative set up to reduce the failure rate of local social enterprises. Continue →

The creation of a new organic vineyard in Otago, by a prominent French wine producer, is set to boost New Zealand’s exports and international profile. Continue →

  By Fiona Acheson, head of food, beverage, and consumer goods at NZTE When food and beverage companies want to connect their inherent values with conscious consumers – by telling the story of their commitment to the environment, social impact and people – it can be difficult to know where to start. Continue →

By Food Futurist, Tony Hunter Will ‘human inedible’ foods even exist in the future? Continue →

Manufacturing performance software company, OFS, says there are some interesting findings from its quarterly Craft Brewers Benchmark Report, which provides insights into how data can be used to improve production efficiency in the craft brewing industry. Continue →

While sustainability ranks highly on the packaging design radar, it’s also time to rethink the possibilities of packaging and how it can be leveraged to enhance the sustainability profile of your brand. Continue →

By Food Futurist, Tony Hunter Worryingly, we currently have some organisations that are distinctly anti some food technologies, particularly in the US. Continue →

Kiwi Asian fusion food manufacturers are eying the lucrative export market and meeting a growing demand. Continue →

Proof & Company, one of Asia Pacific’s leading independent spirits distributors, is the world’s first to pioneer the new patent-pending SmartKiosk technology for ecoSpirits in partnership with DFI Retail Group. Continue →

By Dr Jocelyn Eason, general manager of Food Innovation for Plant and Food Research Sensory analysis is essential for the development and improvement of foods and beverages. Continue →

By Dr Jocelyn Eason, general manager of Food Innovation for Plant and Food Research In Aotearoa New Zealand, different regulations govern foods, natural health products (including dietary supplements) and medicines. Continue →

Innovation is rife in New Zealand food manufacturing and production, and the very best-of-the-best finalists have been announced and soon will be celebrated when the 11 category winners hold their trophies high at the 2022 New Zealand Food Awards gala dinner on October 13. Continue →

By Fiona Acheson, head of food, beverage, and consumer goods at NZTE New Zealand and the European Union (EU) concluded negotiations on a major free trade agreement (FTA) on June 30, 2022 and although the agreement won’t come into force until 2024 at the earliest, it is expected to add an additional $1.8 billion to the New Zealand economy. Continue →

Nespresso is inviting Kiwi coffee lovers to re-discover the superior quality and taste of Ispirazione Italiana; a permanent coffee range that pays tribute to Italy – the masters of innovation and quality – and its diverse coffee culture. Continue →

By Food Futurist, Tony Hunter One of the problems of the global food system is that we’re locked into a small range of key ingredients that are often geographically localized. Continue →

By Natalie Martin, 3R Group materials innovation manager Improving the sustainability of food and beverage packaging is a major focus, with ever increasing demands from consumers and governments. Continue →