We shouldn’t underestimate the impacts of wish-cycling and genuine misconceptions, both of which I think we’re all capable of doing with the best of intentions – I certainly know I am! I’ve always erred towards a generous view that my local council will do its best...
The continuing rise in food prices remains a concern, though there are indications the rate of increase is slowing, says NZFGC. Chief Executive Raewyn Bleakley was responding to Interest.co.nz after Stats NZ reported grocery food prices increased by 12.7% in May...
Showcasing the depth, diversity, and ingenuity of the food and grocery sector is to be the subject of an online content series created by NZFGC in collaboration ASN Media. Titled ‘Shared Horizons’, it will also address the challenges and opportunities that...
The return of Arnott’s to manufacturing in New Zealand after 25 years is an encouraging move, says Raewyn Bleakley. She was speaking after the company today opened a new 4000 square metre factory in Auckland that it expects will make 7.5 million packs of crackers and...
New Zealand won’t follow France and the UK in introducing grocery price caps, Commerce Minister Duncan Webb has told Interest.co.nz The website reports the UK government is planning a voluntary cap on the price of basic food items such as milk and bread, similar...
The level of funding for the new grocery regulatory regime is heartening and highly appropriate for the job the Government is asking the Commerce Commission to do, says Chief Executive Raewyn Bleakley. The Budget announced $28.8 million over four years to further the...
Recently, I had the privilege of meeting with a group of passionate and impressive food and beverage manufacturers based in the Hutt Valley at an event hosted by the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Patrick McKibbin, Chief Executive of the Chamber, who...
