17/10/2025
RETAIL WORLD OCTOBER ISSUE OUT NOW!
Safeguarding Australia’s food future
The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) has lodged its formal submission to the Federal Government’s development of a National Food Security Strategy, welcoming the Albanese Government’s commitment to safeguarding Australia’s food future. AFGC CEO Colm Maguire commended the leadership of Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, the Hon Julie Collins MP, in initiating this vital national conversation, and highlighted the importance of developing a long-term, whole-of economy approach to food security.
Fred Harrison has announced that he will step down as Chief Executive Officer of Ritchies, effective 31 December 2026, from which time Wayne Harrison will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer. Fred has served as CEO of Ritchies since 1994 and has been instrumental in guiding the company through an extraordinary period of growth and transformation.
Metcash continues to be recognised as a leading supplier to petrol and convenience industry, receiving a Supply Chain Partner of the Year Award at the 2025 Chevron Supplier Forum. This follows the successful transition of Ampol to Metcash’s distribution network earlier this year, under a long-term strategic partnership to supply over 1000 core products to over 600 Foodary retail outlets nationwide.
The Agrestic Grocer owner Beau Baddock spoke to Retail World in an exclusive interview about its place in the community, its diverse offer, and the importance of supporting small businesses.
In this issue, we look at Kosher and pet care categories, as well as sales & marketing.
Read more in Retail World October edition.
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