Food & Drink Business delivers the industry's most in-depth news and editorial coverage of Australia's food and beverage sector. The Food & Drink Business podcast is one part of our multi-media platform, which provides: the latest news; expert opinion and business advice; insightful reports on industry issues and trends; new products; the latest research and technology developments; and regulatory updates. Tune in for entertaining and informative interviews with industry leaders, change drivers and experts across all aspects of the country's leading manufacturing sector.
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Dominic Westendorf, the Regional and Agribusiness Banking Victoria GM for CommBank, and the CEO of Ferndale Foods Australia, Leigh Edward, to discuss the valuable role and benefits of regional food and beverage manufacturing.Leigh tells us about Ferndale Foods, and how its foundations are as much in Ballarat as in his family (Ferndale was founded by his father). He shares insights on the benefits of being regionally based, from cheaper industrial land enabling more capital for equipment and operations, to a local workforce and the added benefits that flow into a community from having larger companies in town.Dominic talks about his passion for regional business and shares some of the findings of the latest CommBank Regional Manufacturing Report. While higher interest rates and energy costs persist, the report found 89 per cent of regional manufacturers and distributors were confident about future conditions and were more bullish than their city counterparts on expecting revenue and profit uplifts in the year ahead.Leigh and Dominic talk about the value in having a working relationship where both parties have a thorough knowledge of the local, regional, and macro-economic factors as well as the business.Leigh provides some insights into the process of growing Ferndale twice – an $11m investment to install marshmallow production and $23m for a snack bar line.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturing Ferndale Foods:ferndaleconfectionery.com.au------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer.The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve Visscher------------------------------Things you should know:Guests featured in the podcast are speaking from their personal experiences only. As this podcast has been prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs, you should, before acting on the content, consider its appropriateness to your circumstances. CommBank does not necessarily endorse the views of a particular individual or guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Any opinions, conclusions or recommendations made are subject to change without notice. Projects and forecasts are based on a number of assumptions and estimates and are subject to contingencies. Commonwealth Bank does not accept any liability for loss or damage arising out of the use of all or any part of the research.The CommBank Manufacturing insights report can be found by searching CommBank Manufacturing Insights on the CommBank website.©2024 Commonwealth Bank of Australia ABN 48 123 123 124 AFSL and Australian credit licence 234945.
10/12/2024 • 29:28
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor, Kim Berry, talks to Jed Simpfendorfer and Dr Ro Mueller from market research firm, Tgarage, about what Australian consumers are thinking and how that impacts food and beverage businesses.The discussion explores Tgarage’s most recent insights into consumer behaviours and the tension point between trying to reduce spending but still wanting moments of joy and ways to connect. Jed and Ro breakdown the unfolding shift from spending on entertainment and going out, to the premiumisation of supermarket goods and entertaining at home. Jed discusses the idea of nostalgia and how at times of trying to reduce spending, consumers will avoid buying new items and instead return to the familiar, even products from their childhood.The episode ends with a discussion on how humans have firmly shown, that when faced with making a decision using rational logic or emotional engagement, the emotional will always drive the purchase.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturing Tgarage:tgarage.com.au------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer.The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2024
26/11/2024 • 36:19
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor, Kim Berry, talks to Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) CEO, Fiona Fleming, about the critical role of food science and Australia’s food and beverage industry.We start with an overview of AIFST, as a not-for-profit industry body with the goal to advance and inspire all food sector professionals through education, collaboration, and recognition to champion a robust, innovative science based Australian food industry to meet future food needs. The discussion reviews the major changes in food science, the valuable education publications AIFST has available, and some of the major topics discussed at the AIFST24 Convention. The discussion also explores AIFST’s commitment to supporting and fostering the careers of the next generation of food scientists, the focus on improving food safety and technology, and the necessity for a national food plan.We wrap up with a call out to the industry to further invest in food science and collaboration with others in the industry.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturingAustralian Institute of Food Science & Technology (AIFST)www.aifst.asn.au------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2024
19/11/2024 • 31:35
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor, Kim Berry, talks to the managing director at General Mills ANZ, Karen Jenkins. We start off taking a look at Karen’s career with the multinational food company, and her experience moving up through the ranks.We discuss the benefits of developing an understanding of all parts of the business, and the value in working in different countries while with the same company.Karen shares her experience of working in the UK during Covid and Brexit and what she learned from leading during a time of immense challenges and uncertainty.We talk about being a woman in leadership and what her experience has been as she moved into senior leadership roles and the importance of having a network of women in similar roles for support, understanding, and advice.We finish the conversation with Karen’s thoughts on the current food and grocery market, and the impact cost-of-living pressures are having on consumers’ behaviour. And talk about the importance of its ongoing support of Foodbank Australia.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturingGeneral Millswww.generalmills.com.au------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2024
12/11/2024 • 33:09
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry talks to the CEO of Future Food Systems, Dr James Krahe.We discuss the concept of concept of clusters and ecosystems, their importance in the future of successful food systems and how Future Food Systems Cooperative Research Centre (FFS CRC) is fostering their creation. We then look at the three clusters/sectors in FFS’s remit, with projects in Coffs Harbour, NSW, Peel Region, WA, and Sunshine Coast, Qld, for an insight into the dynamic environments that they operate in. James shares his views on optimising portected cropping in Coffs Harbour due to their widespread use, including the community into the discussion to increase engagement, and the importance that meeting centres have in helping to foster collaboration and build the future food systems we need.We wrap up by reviewing the challenges faced in connecting clusters and ecosystems, with a focus on long distances, shelf stability, and variance in quality.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturingFuture Food Systems:www.futurefoodsystems.com.auFor Food’s Sake:www.forfoodssake.com.au------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris Visscher
29/10/2024 • 32:30
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Yume Food founder and CEO, Katy Barfield. The Yume tech platform integrates with food manufacturers’ systems, connecting them to other businesses to sell, buy, or donate surplus food.Katy shares the experience of starting the platform, an entirely new concept to the sector, and trying to get businesses on board. The realisation that existing processes to deal with surplus food were disorganised, ad hoc, and low down the priority scale meant Katy and the team knew they were in for a challenge. We also explore some of the options in the food waste hierarchy, calculating the cost of waste, and examples of how manufacturers recouped their costs and sold their surplus food items. A few years on and Yume has runs on the board with the calibre of companies using the platform and the amount of surplus food no longer going to landfill. The future is bright with plans to expand the platform to SMEs, donation options, and incorporate new and more difficult categories.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturingYumewww.yumefood.com.au/ National Food Waste Summit Changemakers: Yumewww.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news/national-food-waste-summit-changemakers-yume ------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris Visscher
10/09/2024 • 33:21
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by start-up Naked Rivals co-founder, Andrew Gordon.From the kernel of an idea to the relentless anxiety of bringing that idea to fruition, Andrew shares the highs and lows of launching Naked Rivals – a frozen citrus product range that upcycles ‘ugly fruit’ and provides cost-effective convenience year-round.We talk about the willingness of people in the industry to share their knowledge and experience, and the value that comes from those connections.Andrew takes us through the key steps of starting a business before we turn to the intense stress and relentlessness of getting a company off the ground. The path to securing capital can be brutal and Naked Rivals has experienced it firsthand.We wrap up by looking down the road for the company and the power of dogged determination. It is a heartfelt, vulnerable, and brutally honest insight into the reality of being a start-up.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturingNaked Rivalswww.nakedrivals.com.au------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2024
03/09/2024 • 32:27
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Maria Christina, National Manager of Manufacturing & Wholesale Trade, Commonwealth Bank and the CEO of That’s Amore Cheese, Marco Alghisi, to discuss the current state of Australia’s food and beverage manufacturing industry.We hinge the discussion off CommBank’s latest Food & Beverage Manufacturing Insights Report, with Maria providing insights into manufacturers’ plans for productivity investments, improved efficiencies, and how they are navigating higher energy prices, inflation, and the cost-of-living crisis.Marco provides a first-hand lens on the current market as well as sharing his experiences working in leadership roles around the world.The conversation turns to sustainability and what companies are doing to meet consumer expectations and regulations.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturing------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve Visscher------------------------------Things you should know:Guests featured in the podcast are speaking from their personal experiences only. As this podcast has been prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs, you should, before acting on the content, consider its appropriateness to your circumstances. CommBank does not necessarily endorse the views of a particular individual or guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Any opinions, conclusions or recommendations made are subject to change without notice. Projects and forecasts are based on a number of assumptions and estimates and are subject to contingencies. Commonwealth Bank does not accept any liability for loss or damage arising out of the use of all or any part of the research.The CommBank Manufacturing insights report can be found by searching CommBank Manufacturing Insights on the CommBank website.©2024 Commonwealth Bank of Australia ABN 48 123 123 124 AFSL and Australian credit licence 234945.
13/08/2024 • 34:00
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Sam Oakden from End Food Waste Australia to discuss the latest global and local initiatives to reduce food waste.Sam provides an update on what is happening in the US and EU and the differences in approach between them. The US has just launched a voluntary agreement model, while the EU is putting legislation in place to advance its efforts.We talk about the success of the Australian Food Pact and how it works with members to achieve ambitious but realistic goals. This links into the importance of collaboration across industry and with competitors.From there we talk about how End Food Waste Australia is the largest food waste research body in the world and one of the only research bodies that is attached to the agency delivering the interventions.Before we wrap up, Sam explains what the sector action plans are and their importance in providing sector specific solutions based on research and data.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturingEnd Food Waste Australiaendfoodwaste.com.au/------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris Visscher
23/07/2024 • 28:36
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Australian Food & Grocery Council (AFGC) CEO, Tanya Barden, to discuss the current state of play for Australia’s food and grocery sector.Tanya gives us an overview of the challenges faced by the industry with increased cost pressures, ageing assets, and a lack of investment. We discuss the role of government grants and tax incentives to invest in Australia’s production capabilities, and the lack of representation of the sector in the Future Made in Australia strategy.We explore the many inquiries underway in Australia, focussing on the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct Review. Tanya explains the potential to improve relationships between retailers and suppliers, implications if the code becomes mandatory, and her concerns about unintended consequences of some suggestions being considered. We also look at the global market, touch on novel foods and consider the current review of the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act.We wrap up by discussing the Council's continued efforts to improve advocacy, industry insights, and reporting trends to its members.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturingAustralian Food & Grocery Council:www.afgc.org.au------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2024
25/06/2024 • 34:49
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by the federal MP Meryl Swanson to discuss the findings and recommendations from the recent House Standing Committee on Agriculture inquiry into food security. As chair of the inquiry, Meryl expands on just some of the 35 recommendations and Australia’s food system.We start off discussing the recommendations for a National Food Plan, a Minister for Food supported by a National Food Council and a National Food Supply Chain Map. Meryl explains these concepts were rated as most important by the majority of people fronting the committee and submissions.She talked about the complexity of the deceptively simple term ‘paddock to plate’, and the policy challenges for the sector because it crosses a few portfolios and risks ‘falling through the cracks’. Meryl explains how these would be implemented, with the National Food Council being an expert advisory panel on all matters related to the food system. She talks about the importance of the Minister and associated functions to sit within the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet and have ‘clout’ because of the critical role of the food system.We wrap up by reviewing the suggested tax breaks to businesses who donate food and reduce food wastage, how the plan can foster industry collaboration and innovation, and the next steps for the federal report.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturingAustralian Food Story: Feeding the Nation and Beyondwww.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/House/Agriculture/FoodsecurityinAustrali/ReportFood Security Inquiry delivers report, recommends Food Waste Tax: www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news/food-security-inquiry-delivers-report-recommends-food-waste-tax------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2024
07/05/2024 • 33:23
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Food Futurist, Tony Hunter, to discuss some of the latest food tech developments around the world and their potential impacts on food and beverage R&D.Kim and Tony catch up on the same day Australian cultivated meat company, Vow, revealed it has created an entire new animal made purely to eat and received approval in Singapore.We move swiftly into mouse neurons and cyborg computer chips being used for smell, to cultivation techniques used to create meat being used to do so with plants such as cocao and coffee trees, and then onto the potential of AI in food and beverage formulations, before landing on how technology is answering the call for a circular economy by helping develop upcycling processes for food waste.LINKS:Sponsored by CommBankcommbank.com.au/manufacturingTony Hunter's Future of Foodfuturistforfood.comQuailia: Vow forges ahead, cultivating “entirely new animal”www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news/quailia-vow-forges-ahead-cultivating-entirely-new-animal------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2024
23/04/2024 • 33:27
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by the chair of SPC and executive chair of Perpetuity Capital, Hussein Rifai, and the recently announced director of SPC and managing director of Perpetuity Consulting, former CEO Asahi Beverages, Robert Iervasi.The pair walk us through the characteristics of a business advisory firm and the services they offer. Throughout the discussion, we get an insight into how their work with clients to raise capital and reduce or eliminate debt, list on the ASX, manage major purchases, and improve profits.We discuss purposes and strategies behind acquisitions, the importance of planning for short- and long-term goals and preparing for challenges in advance. We also look at why companies look to list on the stock exchange and the factors that must be considered.LINKS:Perpetuity Capitalwww.perpetuity.com.au ------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2024
26/03/2024 • 33:51
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Murray Cod Australia CEO, Ross Anderson, and Luke Piccolo, the co-owner and head chef of Limone restaurant in Griffith, New South Wales. The discussion is about Aquna Sustainable Murray Cod, a world leader in sustainable aquaculture.Ross gives us an overview of how Murray Cod farming was pioneered by Matt Ryan in Australia, which resulted in a successful, highly scalable farming process with low labour costs that delivers high quality produce. Luke shares his experience working with Aquna, the initial challenge of changing consumer perceptions of Murray Cod, and the exponential growth in its popularity as more people tasted it. We also get a detailed insight into how technology and processes have been revolutionised since the creation of the first pond, with Murray Cod Australia now running 50 ponds, three hatcheries, and 90 staff, and its intentions to grow its production to 10,000 tonnes by 2030. We wrap up by reviewing the booming global market of aquaculture, how sustainability is embedded in the business, and the ways in which Luke minimises food waste and maximises flavour in the Limone kitchen.LINKS:The Hive Awards: www.thehiveawards.com.au/Aquna Sustainable: aquna.com/------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2024
27/02/2024 • 35:32
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry, talks to Unilever Australia & New Zealand general counsel, company secretary, and head of B Corp, David Dwyer, about how and why the ANZ business set out to become a B Corp. We start by unpacking what the rigorous certification process involves and the five categories that are assessed to become a B Corp: Environment, Workers, Community, Customers and Governance.The discussion gives us insight into the two-year journey Unilever ANZ went through to achieve the certification, the challenges it encountered in gathering data, and the surprises David and the team found along the way.We wrap up by reviewing the impact of the achievement on the company and its employees.------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2024
13/02/2024 • 32:02
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry talks to Cormac Henry from Mintel about their recently released global Food & Drink trends for 2024. We explore the four primary trends of consumers prioritising healthy ageing, processes they can trust, inexpensive environmental sustainability, and opportunities for convenience. We assess the health focused consumer behaviours of ageing generations, stigmas surrounding highly processed foods such as plant-based alternatives, and the increased utilisation of technology and quick meals to provide convenience.We wrap up by exploring the rapid onset of AI, and companies who are capitalising on viral moments to market their products within a very short time frame.LINKS:Mintel's Global Food & Drink Trends for 2024:www.mintel.com/food-and-drink-market-news/global-food-and-drink-trends/------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
12/12/2023 • 33:09
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry talks to Roberto Carbone from Cucina Classica about his experience with food, from his family’s delis and own enterprises in restaurants and cafés to his ready meal business today.Roberto shares the experience and process of licensing one of his products – lasagne – with the feline movie star Garfield, the dramatic impact of Covid, the speed with which the company managed to pivot. Roberto shares his insights on the rise of ready meals and their appeal across most age groups plus some of the future trends he’s expecting to see.LINKS:Cucina Classica gets Garfield's lick of approvalwww.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news/cucina-classica-gets-garfield-s-lick-of-approval ------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisccherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
28/11/2023 • 31:58
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry talks to plant protein food manufacturer Harvest B’s co-founders Kristi Riordan and Alfred Lo about their aim to provide locally sourced plant-based meat and alternative proteins to Australian food manufacturers.We discuss the cost, taste, and textures of plant based proteins, with a focus on consumer habits, current market costs, and the processes that the proteins undergo. Kristi gives us a breakdown of how Harvest B developed its shelf stable products, the challenges its faced, and the current trends in the Australian market. We also get an insight into how producers are engaging with Harvest B, how access to animal protein has been disrupted, and the blending of plant and animal proteins. We wrap up by getting a sneak peek into Harvest B’s upcoming products.LINKS:Harvest B: https://www.harvestb.io/ ------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
31/10/2023 • 30:04
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry talks to Fever Tree MD ANZ, Andy Gaunt, about the company and how it disrupted the little thought about market of mixer drinks. The discussion explores the history behind Fever Tree and its impending 20-year anniversary, and its focus on developing tonic waters – and other mixers – that are the best support act for gin and other spirits. We also get insights into how their tonics are produced, the logistics behind their global distribution network, and some exciting news about its presence in Australia. We wrap up by discussing the science behind carbonation and Fever Tree’s new line of cocktail mixers.LINKS:Fever-Tree Australia: https://fever-tree.com/en_AU------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
19/09/2023 • 30:13
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry talks to the founders of ‘attention strategy agency’ Stanley House Studios, David Wasserman and George Redmond. The pair share their experience and insights working with food and beverage companies and brands to grow consumer awareness and market share.We discuss the chicken/egg dilemma regarding the timing of launching a campaign for a young brand and where to allocate funds and resources. David and George recount brand activations and ongoing content creation, looking at how the industry is constantly changing and the need to be agile.The pair provide a glimpse into the world of algorithms and ways to finely target a campaign for success.LINKS:Stanley House Studios: https://www.stanleyhousestudios.com.au/------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
05/09/2023 • 32:48
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Bronwyn Cheng, Head of World Foods ANZ at General Mills, to talk about its iconic Old El Paso range.We get an insight into Bronwyn’s journey to her current position in food and marketing, as well as Old El Paso’s market leadership in Australia. The discussion explores the popularity of its products, how Cheng and her team keep a heritage brand fresh and retain its consumer appeal and loyalty.We wrap up quizzing Bronwyn on how to eat a taco without making a mess, and take a snapshot of some of General Mills other brands.LINKS:General Mills: https://www.generalmills.com.au/Old El Paso: https://www.oldelpaso.com.au/------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
29/08/2023 • 29:19
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry talks to Coco & Lucas founder and CEO Diem Fuggersberger and managing director David Vu. In a wide-ranging conversation, Diem and David share the experience from start-up to leading national ready meal business. Diem and David recount the experience of getting started in 2016, the challenges Covid presented for the growing business, and the company's mission in developing plant-based and allergen free meals.LINKS:Coco & Lucas https://cocoandlucas.com.au/about/Food & Drink latest newshttps://www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news ------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronEditor: Chris VisscherProducer: Steve VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
01/08/2023 • 28:19
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by the co-founders of functional beverage Ārepa, Angus Brown and Zachary Robinson, to talk about the science and steps needed to make a beverage truly beneficial.We discuss the rapid growth of the market with a focus on nutritional drinks that aim to improve brain health, as well as boosts in energy and immunity. We get an insight into the development of Arepa, and the possible benefits it can provide to those with ADHD, dementia, and other neurological conditions, all whilst being natural and caffeine free.We also explore how Ārepa delivers the therapeutic doses required, as well as the logistics associated with conducting clinical studies, securing supply chains, and ensuring that the product is accessible to consumers.LINKS:The brain food berrywww.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news/the-brain-food-berryĀrepa raises $2.96m, international growth focuswww.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news/repa-raises-2-96m-international-growth-focus New nootropic beverage to clear your mindwww.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/new-in-store/new-nootropic-beverage-to-clear-your-mindList of clinical studies used to inform the development of Arepa:www.drinkarepa.com.au/pages/clinical-research ------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronEditor: Chris VisscherProducer: Steve VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
18/07/2023 • 31:25
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Emma Stride and Ali Farid from Kerry APMEA, to talk about consumer tastes for sweetness.We discuss consumer behaviours in relation to sugar consumption, with a focus on amount, type and products. We also get an insight into Kerry’s Sensibly Sweet campaign to inform businesses, and how regulations controlling sugar in foods changes the palette of a culture. The discussion explores functional ingredients and the flavour implications they can have on products, and the increased focus on health triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.We wrap up by getting an insight into the culture and process behind Kerry’s research, and the experiences of Emma and Ali pursuing the research of taste and nutrition.LINKS:Sensibly Sweet Campaignwww.explore.kerry.com/sweetness-research.htmlRegistration for foodpro2023 now openwww.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/foodpro/registration-for-foodpro2023-now-open ------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
20/06/2023 • 32:46
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by the co-founder and CEO of incubator and accelerator program Seedlab Australia, Hazel MacTavish-West, to discuss what it takes to help a micro business grow and succeed.We explore how Seedlab works with food, drink, personal and home care product businesses to get their products onto supermarket shelves. Hazel gives us an insight into their Bootcamp Incubator and Cultivate Accelerator programs, and the lessons and experiences that businesses can expect. The discussion also explores the trends that consumers and businesses can expect in the sustainable product market.LINKS:www.seedlabaustralia.com.au/ ------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
30/05/2023 • 32:14
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry talks to Young Henrys Brewing Company co-founder and gentleman at large, Oscar McMahon.The pair discuss the brewery’s recent B Corp certification and how it fits into the company’s over-arching mission to both save the planet one beer at a time and support the community that supports it.Oscar explains the success of its carbon emission reduction project with the University of Technology Sydney Climate Change Cluster, and the potential for it to be implemented across the brewing sector.The episode wraps up with a look at all the other projects and programs run by Young Henrys that touch all aspects of the business.LINKS:Young Henrys secures B Corp certificationwww.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news/young-henrys-secures-b-corp-certification------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
16/05/2023 • 30:01
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Michele Stansfield, Co-Founder and CEO of precision fermentation start-up Cauldron, to discuss how the company is unlocking the next evolution of the way we produce food, feed, and fibre globally. Michele outlines how Cauldron has created a continuous hyper-fermentation platform, which is highly efficient, lower in costs, and reduces commercial risk. LINKS:Cauldron set to supercharge precision fermentationwww.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news/cauldron-set-to-supercharge-precision-fermentation------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
02/05/2023 • 21:42
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Professor Paul Wood, a board member at the Australian Academy of Technology & Engineering, to talk about the economic realities of cultivated meat.We discuss its viability, the logistics, and challenges associated with the field, including costs, regulatory matters, marketing, and scalability.LINKS:Vow applies to FSANZ for cultured quail approvalwww.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news/vow-applies-to-fsanz-for-cultured-quail-approvalVow puts mammoth meatballs on the menuwww.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news/vow-puts-mammoth-meatballs-on-the-menu Related conferencesCumulus 2023 (Las Vegas, 11th Sept)www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/yafevent/cumulus-2023 AltProteins conference returns, expands, launches (Melb, 4th Oct)www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au/news/altproteins-conference-returns-expands-launches ------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
11/04/2023 • 39:59
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Ray Hanly, CEO of Beak & Johnston, and Aiden Heke, CEO of Decision Inc Australia, about using data analysis services to expand businesses.We start off by discussing the role that data analysis plays in growing a business, and the move from lagging data to live data to better respond to changes in consumer behaviours. Ray and Aiden give us an insight into how they undertake analysis of sales and supply chain data, and the typical time frames that businesses can expect in preparation, implementation and utilisation of the data generated by the business.LINKS:Beak & Johnston: www.beakandjohnston.com.au/Decision Inc Australia: www.decisioninc.com.au/ ------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
21/03/2023 • 24:25
In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry is joined by Lisa Rippon Lee, Vice President, Public Affairs, Communications & Sustainability for Australia, at Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) and John Tortora, Group Chief Procurement & Sustainability Officer at Asahi Beverages.We discuss Circular Plastics Australia, the collaborative joint venture between the two beverage giants, Pact Group, and Cleanaway to close the loop on PET bottles.LINKS:www.circularplasticsaustralia.com/ www.cocacolaep.com/ www.asahi.com.au/ ------------------------------The Food & Drink Business Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Food & Drink Business, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Food & Drink Business, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Food & Drink Business via their website www.foodanddrinkbusiness.com.au or send an email to editor@foodanddrinkbusiness.com.auHost: Kim BerryMC: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherFood & Drink Business - © 2023
21/02/2023 • 21:57