Food and Grocery Code of Conduct: Meet Chris Leptos AO (Independent Reviewer)
Via ZoomThe webinar will include a general update from the AFGC on the status of the FGCC, and a FGCC issues update. Discussion topics will cover delisting, range review and good faith provisions. There will also be a direct Q&A session with Chris Leptos, Independent Code Reviewer. This is […]
Commodity Update (Q4)
Via ZoomThe Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) invites members to attend a webinar providing a quarterly update on agriculture commodities and currency by Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ABARES) experts. Considerable uncertainty exists over demand and supply of globally traded agriculture commodities leading to uncertainty regarding availability and […]
CEO Dialogues – September
Virtual , AustraliaTanya Barden, Chief Executive Officer at the AFGC, will host the September 2022 CEO Dialogues. Tanya’s extensive senior experience in the private and public sector offers insights into the issues, challenges and opportnities faced by members. National Plastics Recycling Scheme (NPRS) – Update It has been 18 months since the AFGC […]
Plan and progress towards Net Zero: An introduction to the NSW Government’s Draft Net Zero Business Framework
Virtual , AustraliaThe NSW Office of Energy and Climate Change (OECC) is working collaboratively with industry to develop a net zero business framework. Hear from sustainability expert Patrick Crittenden and from the OECC team working to help businesses take practical steps to shift towards net zero emissions. In this interactive […]
Introduction to the Food Standards Code Series: Webinar #5: Substances added to or present in food
Via ZoomWebinar 5 will provide information on the food standards related to substances added to or present in food - including additives, processing aids, vitamins and minerals as well as contaminants and natural toxicants and microbiological limits. Register for webinar
Future Leaders Forum and Masterclass (virtual session)
Virtual , AustraliaIn an ever-evolving business, regulatory and social world, organisations will need people at the helm who excel at purposeful, principle-based leadership as the changes accelerate and continuously brave unchartered waters. The Future Leaders Forum & Masterclass is the most relevant industry event geared towards fast-tracking young professionals and emerging […]
Update: National Plastics Recycling Scheme
Via ZoomYou’re invited to a webinar update on the National Plastics Recycling Scheme (NPRS) being developed by the AFGC. In this session – across three dates – Barry Cosier, Director, | Sustainability at the AFGC and Helen Millicer, One Planet Consulting, will provide an overview of: the project status […]
Update: National Plastics Recycling Scheme
Via ZoomYou’re invited to a webinar update on the National Plastics Recycling Scheme (NPRS) being developed by the AFGC. In this session – across three dates – Barry Cosier, Director, | Sustainability at the AFGC and Helen Millicer, One Planet Consulting, will provide an overview of: the project status […]
Future Leaders Forum and Masterclass (virtual session)
Virtual , AustraliaIn an ever-evolving business, regulatory and social world, organisations will need people at the helm who excel at purposeful, principle-based leadership as the changes accelerate and continuously brave unchartered waters. The Future Leaders Forum & Masterclass is the most relevant industry event geared towards fast-tracking young professionals and emerging […]
Update: National Plastics Recycling Scheme
Via ZoomYou’re invited to a webinar update on the National Plastics Recycling Scheme (NPRS) being developed by the AFGC. In this session – across three dates – Barry Cosier, Director, | Sustainability at the AFGC and Helen Millicer, One Planet Consulting, will provide an overview of: the project status […]
Future Leaders Forum and Masterclass (virtual session)
Virtual , AustraliaIn an ever-evolving business, regulatory and social world, organisations will need people at the helm who excel at purposeful, principle-based leadership as the changes accelerate and continuously brave unchartered waters. The Future Leaders Forum & Masterclass is the most relevant industry event geared towards fast-tracking young professionals and emerging […]
Future Leaders Forum and Masterclass (Melbourne Masterclass)
Park Hyatt Melbourne 1 Parliament Square, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaIn an ever-evolving business, regulatory and social world, organisations will need people at the helm who excel at purposeful, principle-based leadership as the changes accelerate and continuously brave unchartered waters. The Future Leaders Forum & Masterclass is the most relevant industry event geared towards fast-tracking young professionals and emerging […]
Future Leaders Forum and Masterclass (Sydney Masterclass)
Radisson Blu 27 O'Connell Street, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaIn an ever-evolving business, regulatory and social world, organisations will need people at the helm who excel at purposeful, principle-based leadership as the changes accelerate and continuously brave unchartered waters. The Future Leaders Forum & Masterclass is the most relevant industry event geared towards fast-tracking young professionals and emerging […]
Retail Results | 4 Nov 2022
Via ZoomThe AFGC will be hosting a 45-minute webinar on Friday, 4 November at 1:00pm (AEST) to discuss the sales results of retailers, Coles and Woolworths. Craig Woolford, Senior Analyst, Consumer Sector at MST Marquee, will provide a synopsis of the results, along with key insights. Questions are open […]
November 2022 | Trade Roundup
Via ZoomThe AFGC’s Trade Roundup is a quarterly webinar providing an update on global trade matters, including briefings on developments in global trade policy, international supply chain and regulatory issues impacting food and grocery exports. This quarter presentation will feature an update from: • China Policy on latest economic […]
[Associate Member Event] Sustainability Networking Event
The Mint 10 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaAn AFGC Associate Member Event brought to you by dss+ 22 NOVEMBER from 6:00 PM | Presentation at 6:10 PM | NetworkinG from 6:45 PM In the lead up to the festive season, join us for a networking event, with a splash of learning opportunity. Before delegates mingle […]
Food Standards Code Webinar Series #6: Food Safety Standards
Via ZoomFood Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) Food Standards Code (Code) and the Food Regulation system can be complex to navigate. FSANZ develops the Food Standards which are then enforced by the state and territory authorities. This webinar series is aimed at delivering an introductory understanding of the Food […]
The International Retail Experience | Learnings for Australian FMCG
Via ZoomJoin the AFGC and guest presenter Bryan Raymond (Executive Director, Head of Consumer Research) from J.P. Morgan as he explores the new challenges to our industry, including increased inflation, the enduring rise of eCommerce, as well as evolving consumer perspectives. Following Bryan’s recent tour of the United Kingdom […]
CEO Dialogues | 10 February 2023
Via ZoomWelcome to the new year and wishing you the very best for a productive and prosperous 2023. 2022 saw many challenges for the AFGC and the industry as a whole – disruptions in the supply chain, cost pressures, a new Government, labour and pallet shortages, the challenges faced by […]
Packaging Recycling and the Extended Producer Responsibility Experience in Europe
Via ZoomThe AFGC is moving quickly on the development of the National Plastics Recycling Scheme (NPRS) project, a recycling scheme for soft plastic packaging supported by the food and grocery manufacturing industry. With the design of a soft plastic packaging recycling scheme for Australian food and grocery manufacturers in […]
International Women’s Day Luncheon
Centennial Homestead, Sydney , AustraliaJoin industry colleagues as we celebrate #IWD2023, sharing the social, economic, cultural and political accomplishments of women in the FMCG industry. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender equality. The AFGC is joining the International Women's Day community of partners, supporters and collaborators, and playing […]
Commodity webinar | First Quarter 2023
Via ZoomThe Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) invites members to attend a webinar providing a quarterly update on agriculture commodities by Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ABARES) experts. Considerable uncertainty exists over demand and supply of globally traded agriculture commodities leading to uncertainty regarding availability and […]
CEO Dialogues: Update on packaging regulation and the NPRS
Via ZoomFollowing, Minister Plibersek's announcement last year that packaging regulation would be strengthened by 2025 (all packaging types, not just soft plastics), the Government has commenced a two-tiered review process. The first tier involves economic modelling and cost benefit analysis of a potential reformed legislative framework. The second identifies […]
Food Standards Code Webinar Series #7: Afraid to ask about schedules? Look no further…
Via ZoomThe Australian New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code) and the Food Regulation system can be complex to navigate. Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) develops and amends the Code which is then enforced by the state and territory authorities through their relevant Food Acts. This webinar series is […]
ASSOCIATE MEMBER EVENT | Webinar: Tackling food waste across the supply chain
Via ZoomAustralia wastes 7.6 million tonnes of food every year, which is equivalent to 946 semi-trailers of food wasted every day. 42% of that comes directly from the commercial sector. This is waste that happens before food even reaches supermarket shelves, let alone our homes. Australia is committed to […]
Australian Grocery Academy | Melbourne Bootcamp
Returning to in-person learning in 2023, we’re excited to take the Australian Grocery Academy to the next level with Learning and Networking Bootcamps in May. Retaining our flexible module-based program, you can choose to attend the full week program or select from the five modules that best suit your learning […]
Food and Grocery Australia
W Hotel, Brisbane , AustraliaThe AFGC's flagship conference and the food and grocery sector's most anticipated event is now open for registrations. Next May, we'll be delivering our biggest FGA yet, as we bring FMCG's top leaders and industry builders together, this time in the very heart of Brisbane. Featuring unparalleled networking […]
Strategic Country Update | United Kingdom
Via ZoomThe AFGC is launching its new Strategic Country Update webinar series that will feature an indepth briefing on selected export markets. The series will assist exporters to make informed business decisions by providing important market updates, including consumer trends, regulations, and market opportunities. Given the recent ratification of the […]
Food Standards Code Series #8: Acetic acid to Xylitol and everything in between – find out about permitted substances added to food
Via ZoomThe Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code) and the Food Regulation system can be complex to navigate. Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) develops and amends the Code which is then enforced by the state and territory authorities through their relevant Food Acts. This webinar series […]
Food and Grocery Code of Conduct Training
Presented by NextGen Group... join us in Sydney or Melbourne for the next iteration of our Food and Grocery Code of Conduct (the Code) training, specifically curated for FMGC and retail professionals. The Code introduces a regime for fair dealing between suppliers and signatory retailers... Sydney training: MGSM Ltd […]
Commodity webinar | Second Quarter 2023
Via ZoomThe Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) invites members to attend a webinar providing a quarterly update on agriculture commodities by Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ABARES) experts. Considerable uncertainty exists over demand and supply of globally traded agriculture commodities leading to uncertainty regarding availability and […]
CEO Update: Significant changes to all packaging regulation
Via ZoomAll members are encouraged to attend this webinar to hear about recent significant developments in packaging regulation that will impact all packaging types and all members. Federal and State Environment Ministers recently announced new plans for mandatory packaging design standards and targets, including recycled content. The Federal Government will […]
Packaging and Plastics Update
Via ZoomAll members are encouraged to attend this webinar to hear about recent significant developments in packaging regulation that will impact all packaging types and all members. Federal and State Environment Ministers recently announced new plans for mandatory packaging design standards and targets, including recycled content. The Federal Government will […]
Strategic Country Update | Indonesia
Via ZoomIn May, the AFGC launched the Strategic Country Update webinar series, featuring in-depth briefings on selected export markets. The series assists exporters make informed business decisions by providing important market updates, including consumer trends, regulations and opportunities. Indonesia is one the fastest-growing economies in the Indo-Pacific and […]
APCO Australasian Recycling Label (ARL): Check Locally Logo
Via ZoomAPCO’s Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) has just launched its new Check Locally logo, which can be used for soft plastics packaging. Join this webinar to learn more about the logo, including: the consumer journey what ARL and PREP users need to do to qualify for the logo APCO’s […]
Navigating Environmental Claims and an Overview of the Proposed Traceability Framework
Via ZoomRecently the ACCC released its draft guidance for business on Environmental and Sustainability claims, and the Federal Government released a National framework for recycled content traceability discussion paper. Join this webinar to learn more about the draft guidance, along with shedding light on good practice when making environmental claims. Also, learn […]
Claims in the context of the Australian Consumer Law
Via ZoomHosted by: Devika Thakkar | AFGC Regulatory Advisor - Scientific and Technical In addition to requirements of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code, food and beverage manufacturers need to also demonstrate compliance with the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Administered and enforced jointly by the Australian Competition and […]
PIF, PEAL and Allergen Management: What you need to know
Via ZoomAre you ready to manage plain English allergen labelling (PEAL) changes for the products your business manufacturers and supplies? Do you have all the information about your products that you need to ensure legal compliance and respond to customer inquiries? Is the information you hold for your products […]
COMMODITY WEBINAR | THIRD QUARTER 2023
Via ZoomThe Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) invites members to attend a webinar providing a quarterly update on agriculture commodities by Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) experts. Considerable uncertainty exists over demand and supply of globally traded agriculture commodities leading to uncertainty regarding […]
ASSOCIATE MEMBER EVENT | Cost-to-Serve: Unlocking Profitability in the Australian Food and Grocery Industry
Via ZoomCost pressures for manufacturers are at an all-time high, with profits and margins under pressure. Supply chain disruption, labour shortages, inflation, shipping, and material costs mean it is critical to have a robust costing culture to compete. To maximise financial performance, cost insight and transparency is crucial for […]
Future Leaders Forum 2023
Doltone House, Hyde Park, SydneyInvest in your company's future: Future Leaders Forum (FLF) focusses on the skills and insights that help young professionals grow their career in FMCG. And inspirational and educational event, offering a motivational reward for great accomplishments. Early bird rates apply until 31 Aug - book now!
Australian Grocery Academy | Sydney Bootcamp
We’re excited to take the Australian Grocery Academy to the next level with another Learning and Networking Bootcamp in October. Retaining our flexible module-based program, you can choose to attend the full week program or select from the five modules that best suit your learning and development needs. In […]
ASSOCIATE MEMBER EVENT | Unlocking the benefits of nature positive practices…
Via ZoomAs urgency heightens around the environmental issues we face, it’s essential that the food industry addresses their crucial role in solving the interconnected challenges of biodiversity loss, climate change and food security. This session will explore the imperative to not just abate negative impact, but generate positive impact […]
2023 FGCC Review and Emerging Commercial Practices
Via ZoomFood and Grocery Code of Conduct Series | An AFGC-NextGen Joint Webinar As the full review of the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct (FGCC) looms in October, the AFGC is reinvigorating its FGCC webinar series to keep members informed of the latest developments. AFGC full members are […]
Webinar: Climate Change Disclosure Reporting
We are thrilled to invite you to an exclusive webinar co-hosted by the AFGC and Deloitte, where we will delve into the intricacies of the proposed climate-related financial disclosure reporting requirements. Join us as we navigate the details, providing a comprehensive breakdown of the implications and considerations for […]
Webinar: Code of Conduct review update and emerging commercial issues
Virtual , AustraliaAs the Code of Conduct review progresses, and with commercial practices within the Australian FMCG sector under focus, the AFGC invites members to register for a joint lunchtime webinar with our associates at NextGen. The webinar will cover: The Code of Conduct review – an update on the latest […]
Industry Roundtable: Preventative Health (Melbourne)
Sheraton Melbourne Hotel 27 Little Collins Street MelbourneThe Industry Roundtables aim to improve member awareness of preventive health and current government approaches to address the issue of obesity and other non-communicable diseases through policy and regulation. Learn and contribute in a uniquely collaborative, practical, and interactive event. This event will provide opportunity to get to […]
Industry Roundtable: Preventative Health (Sydney)
Parkroyal Darling Harbour, Sydney 150 Day St, Sydney, New South WalesThe Industry Roundtables aim to improve member awareness of preventive health and current government approaches to address the issue of obesity and other non-communicable diseases through policy and regulation. Learn and contribute in a uniquely collaborative, practical, and interactive event. This event will provide opportunity to get to […]
Food & Grocery Australia 2024
Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne 650 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaOur flagship conference connecting the industry’s top leaders and builders.