Craft beer continues to flourish in 2015
Craft beer sales are continuing to rise despite falling volumes in the wider sector, said Moa chief executive Geoff Ross to the New Zealand Herald.
Villa Maria among ‘Top 5 wineries in the world’
On the back of new figures showing wine exports have reached a record $1.37b, one of New Zealand’s leading wineries has been ranked among the top five anywhere in the world.
Fonterra looks for new MD
Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited has announced the resignation of Pascal De Petrini, Managing Director of the Co-operative’s Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA) business unit, and member of Fonterra’s Management Team.
New facility a big boost for Hawke’s Bay economy
The global success of Rockit™ apples has led to a $17 million investment into land development and a state-of-the-art food packaging facility in Havelock North.
Get ready for the NZ Ice Cream Awards!
The 2015 NZ Ice Cream Awards will be judged again in Auckland in May. The closing date for entry forms is 24 April and product samples must be delivered to The FoodBowl for judging by 30 April.
GSK responds to Cyclone devastation in Vanuatu
GSK has announced it will be providing a monetary donation of £50,000 (approximately NZ$100,000) to international children’s charity Save the Children following the trail of destruction left by Cyclone Pam.
Forecast: Bumper hot cross bun season
New Zealand’s love affair with hot cross buns is stronger than ever, with Countdown anticipating customers will devour 11 million of the Easter treats this year.
NZ blackcurrants star in new research project
A new research collaboration between New Zealand and Japan will investigate whether NZ blackcurrant-based foods can improve the ‘management’ of human carbohydrate metabolism.
World-class champions shine at NZ Cheese Awards
It’s another stellar year for the “Dutchies”, securing all three supreme titles at the 2015 New Zealand Champions of Cheese Awards.
Gunn Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2014 a Hawke’s Bay classic
The newly released Gunn Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2014 is a classic of its kind and a clear illustration of this varietal’s popular appeal.
Matua Crowned Winemaker of Year and Champion Wine of Show
Chief Winemaker Nikolai St George added to the Matua awards cabinet at the 2015 New Zealand Royal Easter Show Wine Awards, taking home the Royal Easter Show Trophy for Champion Wine of the Show.
DB ciders dominate soaring cider sales
DB Managing Director Andy Routley says New Zealand is seeing a meteoric rise in the popularity of cider.