Food & Beverage Industry News

01/10/2026

South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance (SEMMA), in a first for manufacturing, hosted the major Victorian industry associations in a forum on Thursday 24 September to discuss, debate and dissect current manufacturing and business policy settings and offer real world solutions under SEMMA’s Australian Manufacturing BLUEPRINT 2025 and Beyond.

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The final Pillar of Growth from SEMMA’s Australian Manufacturing BLUEPRINT 2025 and Beyond policy document were unanimous and united.

29/09/2026

Radar technology is helping a food ingredients manufacturer maintain reliable level measurement through demanding production processes.

https://www.foodmag.com.au/radar-sensor-supports-level-measurement-in-processing/

Radar technology is helping a food ingredients manufacturer maintain reliable level measurement through demanding production processes.

29/09/2026

Reactive maintenance can drive up costs and downtime, but better data visibility can help food and beverage manufacturers shift towards proactive maintenance.

https://www.foodmag.com.au/the-hidden-cost-of-fix-it-when-it-breaks-maintenance/

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Reactive maintenance can drive up costs and downtime, but better data visibility can help manufacturers shift towards proactive maintenance.

29/09/2026

From aromatic coffee and education to association partnerships and a vibrant show floor, MICE 2027 will once again bring the coffee community together.

https://www.foodmag.com.au/bringing-the-coffee-community-together/

Melbourne International Coffee Expo

From aromatic coffee and education to partnerships and a vibrant show floor, MICE 2027 will once again bring the coffee community together.

29/09/2026

Australian Distillers Association CEO and Spirits Council of Australia executive director joined Food & Beverage Industry News to discuss the challenges, opportunities and strength of the spirits sector.

https://www.foodmag.com.au/understanding-the-economic-potential-of-australias-spirits-sector/

Australia’s spirits sector is navigating challenges, but industry leaders see opportunities for domestic growth, exports and collaboration.

29/09/2026

Australian beef production is forecast to exceed 3 million tonnes carcase weight in 2026, with improved seasonal conditions and productivity supporting high cattle turn off.

https://www.foodmag.com.au/australian-beef-production-forecast-to-exceed-3-million-tonnes/

Australian beef production is forecast to exceed 3 million tonnes carcase weight in 2026, supported by seasonal conditions and productivity.

25/09/2026

Australia has contributed to regional food security discussions at the 11th APEC Food Security Ministers’ Meeting and Food Security Week 2026 in China.

https://www.foodmag.com.au/australia-contributes-to-apec-food-security-discussions/

25/09/2026

Trimatt Systems Pty Ltd is offering in-house digital printing to eliminate waste, free warehouse space and respond faster to changing product requirements.

https://www.foodmag.com.au/eliminating-packaging-waste-for-food-businesses/

Trimatt is offering in-house digital printing to eliminate waste, free warehouse space and respond faster to changing product requirements.

25/09/2026

Endeavour Group and Quantium have launched a shopper data platform combining retail sales and aggregated shopper insights from Dan Murphy's and BWS.

https://www.foodmag.com.au/endeavour-and-quantium-launches-distilled-data-for-drinks-industry/

Endeavour Group and Quantium have launched Distilled Data, a shopper data platform combining retail sales and aggregated shopper insights.

25/09/2026

Researchers are developing a laser-based technology that can detect counterfeit alcohol without opening a bottle.

https://www.foodmag.com.au/how-researchers-are-shining-a-light-on-counterfeit-alcohol/

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Researchers at Adelaide University are developing a laser-based technology that can detect counterfeit alcohol without opening a bottle.