But there was more to this year than disease and strife. Big deals were done, innovations launched, and progress towards sustainability was made.
To read the roundup of the most important stories of the year, published in PKN's Nov-Dec 2020 issue, click here.
The Western Australian government has invested $437,500 in the state’s agrifood and beverage sector as part of its Value Add Investment Grant program, with funding going towards feasibility studies that support business expansion, diversification, and growth.
Soft Plastic Stewardship Australia (SPSA) and its industry partners have received long-term approval from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to operate a national soft plastics collection and recycling scheme, under an eight-year authorisation announced last week.
McCain Foods has dedicated a full day of production at its Ballarat plant to Foodbank Australia, producing and donating more than 81,000 meals to help households experiencing food insecurity.
