Food Business Update: Sep 21 - Australia (5 stories)
Sunday, 21 Sep 2025 Daily Food & Beverage Australia
Here is your Daily summary for Food & Beverage across Australia for Sun 21st September 2025
WK Kellogg Co's shareholders have approved its merger with Ferrero International, marking a significant shift in the breakfast cereal landscape. This merger could reshape product offerings and market strategies, emphasizing the growing trend of consolidation in the food industry.
In the awards arena, the 2025 Sydney Markets Fresh Awards highlighted repeat winners, showcasing the resilience and quality of top businesses in the fresh produce sector. This recognition underscores the importance of consistency in quality as a competitive advantage.
In a notable departure, Ben & Jerry’s co-founder has resigned due to concerns over Unilever's control, raising questions about brand autonomy in large corporate structures. Meanwhile, celebrity chef Luke Nguyen is set to close his iconic Red Lantern restaurant after nearly 25 years, signaling a shift in his culinary journey.
Lastly, Stuart Gregor, co-founder of Four Pillars Gin, will take over as CEO of Lark Distilling, succeeding Satya Sharma. This leadership change could influence Lark's strategic direction as it navigates the evolving spirits market.
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WK Kellogg Co shareholders approve merger with Ferrero International
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Ben & Jerry’s co-founder resigns over Unilever control concerns
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Luke Nguyen closing his first restaurant, Sydney’s iconic Red Lantern, after two decades
Business News Australia RSS 17 Sep 2025, 2:01amCelebrity chef Luke Nguyen is closing Red Lantern Vietnamese restaurant in Sydney at the end of November, cutting ties with the venue he established with sister Pauline and executive chef Mark Jensen almost 25 years ago. However, it may not be the end of the road for the popular dining venue if they can find a buyer. The owners have said ...
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Four Pillars Gin founder Stuart Gregor to replace Satya Sharma as CEO of Lark Distilling
Business News Australia RSS 15 Sep 2025, 1:10amWhisky producer Lark Distilling Co. (ASX: LRK) has appointed Four Pillars Gin co-founder Stuart Gregor as its new CEO, replacing Satya (Sash) Sharma who is stepping down at the end of this year to join an undisclosed “major spirits industry player”. Sharma is exiting the Hobart-based Lark after three years as CEO during a challengin...
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Repeat winners rise to the top at the 2025 Sydney Markets Fresh Awards
Good Fruit & Vegetables - News 19 Sep 2025, 4:00amThe winning businesses put their best foot forward, again.