Tag: food processing
Tasmanian government shows support for King Island beef producers
Applications are now open for Target 120, a Tasmanian Government-funded assistance program for King Island beef producers first announced in September.
Tasmanian Minister for Primary...
McCain Foods to close down SA potato processing plant
Food processing company McCain Foods has announced the closure of its potato processing plant in South Australia, cutting 59 staff out of their jobs.
The...
SPC boss expresses frustration over governments’ lack of support for local food industry
Food canning company SPC Ardmona is appalled by the lack of support being provided by the Federal and Victorian Governments for the Australian food...
It’s not just a fad, gluten-free foods are here to stay
An ABC News feature by Kerry Staight on the emerging market of gluten-free foods says around ten to 15 percent of the population in...
Union disappointed over denial to issue emergency safeguards for food processing sector
The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) has expressed its disappointment over the Productivity Commission’s decision to deny tariffs against imported processed tomato and fruit...
South Australian food companies report sales growth in local and international markets
A growing demand for food, both in international and local markets, has propelled several food companies in South Australia to hire more people in...
AMIC launches new certification for meat and livestock industry
A new certification program for the Australian meat and livestock industry has been launched to help processors demonstrate their commitment to best practice animal...
Top Boeing exec is optimistic about Australia’s manufacturing future
Boeing Australia and South Pacific president Ian Thomas has predicted a solid future for manufacturing in Australia as fresh opportunities give the country a...














