Year: 2020
Aussie food, beverage and grocery manufacturing is a pillar of strength
May 20, 2020
The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) has welcomed comments by the Federal Minister for Industry, Hon Karen Andrews today at the National Press Club that again confirms the strengths of Australia’s food, beverage and grocery manufacturing sector. The $122.1 billion Australian food, beverage and grocery manufacturing sector […]
AANA INVITES SUBMISSIONS FOR F&B CODE REVIEW
May 6, 2020
The Australian Association of National Advertisers (AANA) has invited the general public, advertisers and other stakeholders to participate in the review of the Code that governs food and beverage advertising in Australia. The Food & Beverages Advertising Code (F&B Code) review also incorporates a review of […]
AFGC welcomes moves to strengthen Aussie manufacturing
April 14, 2020
The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) has welcomed moves by the Federal Government to strengthen the nation’s domestic manufacturing capabilities and shore up supply for the future. While the $122.1 billion food and grocery manufacturing sector remains Australia’s largest manufacturing sector, conditions have put businesses under pressure. […]
Stimulus package will help secure Aussie food and grocery manufacturing jobs
March 12, 2020
The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) has applauded the Federal Government for its fast-tracked and generous economic stimulus package, announced today in response to the unprecedented coronavirus pandemic. The nation’s food, beverage and grocery industry – Australia’s largest manufacturing sector – will benefit from the package, which […]
AFGC STATEMENT REGARDING CORONAVIRUS
March 6, 2020
In the wake of coronavirus, the Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) is working closely with suppliers and supermarkets to ensure minimal disruption to supply chains. Australian consumers can be confident essential products and their favourite brands will continue to be available as the coronavirus runs its course. […]