Sustainability

Managing environmental and social issues is essential to Australia’s food, beverage and grocery manufacturing industry. The AFGC fosters a sustainable sector by harmonising the environment with the needs of industry and community.

Sustainable practices are high on the agenda for the industry to meet growing community expectations.

Circular economy

Sustainable packaging design and labelling, including Soft Plastics Stewardship Australia.

Climate change

Greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 3) mitigation and adaptation.

Reduced food waste

Resource efficiency and minimising food waste.

Ethical sourcing

Traceability and transparency of products and materials, plus modern slavery reporting.

Get involved

Becoming a member of AFGC is a valuable way to gain and share knowledge of your industry.

We have committees and forums, such as:

Sustainable Practices Committee.

Stay informed of the latest issues and activities by:

subscribing to the Sustainability newsletter
attending Food and Grocery Australia 2025
attending Sustainability Summit
watching our webinars.

Members also receive regular insights through a range of member-only publications and can attend events for free or at reduced member rates.

Look out for Sustainability events on the calendar.

Join today