Food & Drink News: Jul 11 - Australia (5 stories)
Saturday, 11 Jul 2026 Daily Food & Beverage Australia
Here is your Daily summary for Food & Beverage across Australia for Sat 11th July 2026
Aker BioMarine has reported a 5% increase in Q2 revenue, driven by rising demand for krill oil, highlighting the growing interest in omega-3 supplements. Meanwhile, Steinlager is modernizing New Zealand's bottle return system by piloting a digital initiative that eliminates traditional deposits, aiming to enhance sustainability and consumer convenience.
Inghams is investing $1 million in Just Meat Protein, a GLP-1-friendly alternative to whey protein, reflecting a shift towards healthier protein sources. Additionally, Barry Callebaut has alleviated concerns over a potential cocoa crop crisis linked to El Niño, although demand recovery may take time. Lastly, the beloved snack Pods is making a comeback in New Zealand after a multi-year absence, responding to consumer demand for its return.
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Aker BioMarine Q2 revenue rises 5% on krill oil demand
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Steinlager pilots digital returnable bottle system
Inside FMCG 10 Jul 2026, 3:31amThe initiative modernises New Zealand's Swappa Crate system by removing the traditional bottle deposit. The post Steinlager pilots digital returnable bottle system appeared first on Inside FMCG.
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Inghams invests $1 million into GLP-1-friendly Just Meat Protein
Inside FMCG 10 Jul 2026, 3:41amJust Meat Protein called it a “quality alternative protein source” to the widely popular whey protein. The post Inghams invests $1 million into GLP-1-friendly Just Meat Protein appeared first on Inside FMCG.
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Barry Callebaut tempers fears of cocoa crop crisis as El Niño looms
Inside FMCG 10 Jul 2026, 3:20am"The expectation is that it will increase, but demand is going to take time to recover. So that's something to keep an eye on." The post Barry Callebaut tempers fears of cocoa crop crisis as El Niño looms appeared first on Inside FMCG.
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Pods returns to NZ shelves
Inside FMCG 10 Jul 2026, 4:10amThe product return follows a multi-year hiatus and sustained consumer campaigns requesting the snack's availability. The post Pods returns to NZ shelves appeared first on Inside FMCG.