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Friday 19 April 2024

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Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 19 April?
19 Apr 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 19 April?

Whittaker’s goes tropical, Lewis Road levels up cookies & cream, Cookie Time expands frozen, Campari’s new bottle, and Kraft Heinz leans into Barbiecore.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 12 April?
12 Apr 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 12 April?

A new addition to Henry’s growing ’73 Citrus family, Fix & Fogg adds to its line-up for smooth nut butter fans, and Poptimist reformulates its Good Sh!t soda.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 5 April?
5 Apr 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 5 April?

Kellonova goes for a better-for-you Coco Pops, Trident adds to its Asian pantry range, and Pic’s goes permanent with its chocolate variation.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 22 March?
22 Mar 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 22 March?

Egmont Honey adds elixirs to its health and wellness range, Asahi has a new RTD Cruiser, and Mondelēz’s Cadbury brand helps Easter hunting.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 15 March?
15 Mar 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 15 March?

Nestlé has a new way with KitKat, Fix & Fogg’s Choc Nut Butter goes permanent, plus Easter refreshers from a Good George x Volare Bread collab or WCF-infused Six Barrel Soda Co syrup.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 8 March?
8 Mar 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 8 March?

Lewis Road Creamery goes tropical, Somerset Farms and Woolworths serve up vegetable convenience, Farrah’s unwraps a new addition, and Pringles explores BBQ.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 1 March?
1 Mar 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 1 March?

Ceres Organics goes for wholefood indulgence, Griffin’s kicks off 2024 NPD with a new Squiggles flavour, and Hellers extends its sliced salami convenience range.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 23 February?
23 Feb 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 23 February?

An Easter triple-treat, with a new block from Tony’s Chocolonely, a change for Cadbury’s Hollow Hunting Eggs and Easter Gift Boxes, and a limited-edition from Twiice.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 16 February?
16 Feb 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 16 February?

Mondelēz kicks off 2024 with Pascall lump innovation, Scapegrace + Prophet’s Rock’s vermouth debut, and Brown Brothers’ new zero alcohol range.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 9 February?
9 Feb 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 9 February?

Yum Granola collaborates with Lake Hawea Station, Garage Project’s celebrates with a Fringe Festival drop, while Asahi’s Long White goes all hazy.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 2 February?
2 Feb 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 2 February?

It’s a trifecta of limited editions to start February, with Anew, Karma Drinks and Garage Project getting fresh.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 26 January?
26 Jan 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 26 January?

Hastings Distillers’ new organic aperitif, Garage Project’s first drop of 2024, and ICYMI… Lewis Road Creamery’s summer ice cream addition.


Fresh Cuts: A Choc Cross Bun Block, a new speciality cheese and aperitivo assets
19 Jan 2024   /

Fresh Cuts: A Choc Cross Bun Block, a new speciality cheese and aperitivo assets

The latest food and beverage products available in New Zealand


Fresh Cuts: Rush Munro’s destination flavours, Egmont adds fruit, and McClure’s picnic pickles
15 Dec 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: Rush Munro’s destination flavours, Egmont adds fruit, and McClure’s picnic pickles

The latest food and beverage products available in New Zealand.


Fresh Cuts: Woolworths revives smash hit, Scapegrace targets Perfect 10, Duck Island launches festive trio
8 Dec 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: Woolworths revives smash hit, Scapegrace targets Perfect 10, Duck Island launches festive trio

Woolworths brings back a smash hit, Scapegrace goes for the Perfect 10, and Duck Island Ice Cream releases a trifecta of treats.


Top 2024 industry trend: AI, food companies and consumers
6 Dec 2023   /

Top 2024 industry trend: AI, food companies and consumers

The integration of artificial intelligence into food businesses is expected to accelerate in 2024.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 1 December?
1 Dec 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 1 December?

What has the QSR fraternity cooked up for the festive season? Krispy Kreme, Pizza Hut and Subway unveil new Christmas treats.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 24 November?
24 Nov 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 24 November?

Arnott’s puts a gluten free spin on one of its classics, Goodfood Group extends its dairy free brand, Duck Island and Garage Project’s new collab, and its strawberries and cream from Brown Brothers.


Top NPD of 2023 – Circana
20 Nov 2023   /

Top NPD of 2023 – Circana

The number of NPD launches may be slowing but innovation is working harder for NZ’s top food manufacturers, with value growth on the rise.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 17 November?
17 Nov 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 17 November?

Hellers and Bluebird combine in a meaty merger, Prolife Food extends its snack game, and Hop Federation celebrates 10 years.


NZ’s top 2023 F&B innovations – NIQ
13 Nov 2023   /

NZ’s top 2023 F&B innovations – NIQ

NIQ’s annual Breakthrough Innovation report took in NZ for the first time this year, so which Kiwi brands have been named innovation leaders?


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 10 November?
10 Nov 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 10 November?

FSL Foods launches an exclusive in Countdown, Goodfood adds to its Food Snob range, Harmony delivers a banging banger, and new Seltz Drops drop.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 3 November?
3 Nov 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 3 November?

Early Christmas cheer from Whittaker’s and Nestlé, Me Today’s new infused honey range, and Frucor Suntory’s latest coffee in a can option.


Perspectives: How can NZ’s food producers take advantage of AI?
30 Oct 2023   /

Perspectives: How can NZ’s food producers take advantage of AI?

With AI producing results when it comes to NPD, think tank Te Puna Whakaaronui takes a look at what is happening globally and asks, ‘what should be happening in New Zealand?’


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 27 October?
27 Oct 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 27 October?

Rutherford & Meyer put a twist on a classic, Paddy Gower and Karen O’Leary get involved in NPD, and a Garage Project cult favourite gets a spicy makeover.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 20 October?
20 Oct 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 20 October?

Green Meadows Beef adds pickle, Lewis Road gets a citrus twist, Tip Top and Frucor Suntory collab in the chiller, as do Ben & Jerry’s and Tony’s Chocolonely, and Good Cocktail Co’s new garnish.


What were the top 10 most innovative foods at Anuga?
18 Oct 2023   /

What were the top 10 most innovative foods at Anuga?

One of the world’s biggest and most influential food and beverage trade events showcases leading industry innovation.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 13 October?
13 Oct 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 13 October?

Its a drinks-heavy line-up led by the latest from Hendrick’s Gin, a seasonal release from Hop Federation, and Pals departs from pastels.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 6 October?
6 Oct 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 6 October?

A line-up of limited editions and summer specials from Rebel Bakehouse, Wellington Chocolate Factory, Coca-Cola Oceania, DB Breweries, and Good Sh*t Soda.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 29 September?
29 Sep 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 29 September?

With summer around the corner, Heineken goes low-carb, Asahi collabs on a Major Major flavour, Six Barrel Soda’s feel-good vibes, and KFC gets into jewellery.


Me Today preps final 2023 NPD with Super Honey 
29 Sep 2023   /

Me Today preps final 2023 NPD with Super Honey 

Me Today is rounding out its 2023 new product development programme with the planned release of a Me Today brand Super Honey.


…as Proper finds temporary kūmara alternative
28 Sep 2023  

…as Proper finds temporary kūmara alternative

Proper Snack Foods is temporarily stopping production of its kūmara crisps following the fallout from Cyclone Gabrielle, but has developed a new product to fill the gap via an Australian workaround.


BBQ, coconut butter and bacon jam – Foodstuffs names Emerge finalists
27 Sep 2023   /

BBQ, coconut butter and bacon jam – Foodstuffs names Emerge finalists

Ten manufacturers spanning meat products, meals in a jar and pet food have been named finalists in the Foodstuffs Emerging Supplier Competition.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 22 September?
22 Sep 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 22 September?

Allpress gets in on the iced coffee game, Dilmah goes for flavoured iced tea, Pete’s Natural collabs for kids, Whittaker’s pumps out two limited editions, and Eta has a fundraising collab.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 15 September?
15 Sep 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 15 September?

Pure Delish rolls out its wellness range, Ferrero launches a novel Tic Tac, State of Play mixes it up, and an experimental offering from Six Barrel Soda.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 8 September?
8 Sep 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 8 September?

Nespresso brings back its limited-edition seasonal flavour, Mondelez refreshes its Cadbury Roses, and Sealord adds to its foodservice offering.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 1 September?
1 Sep 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 1 September?

Eat Kinda has a new flavour going into Hell Pizza, Taranaki Bio Extracts launches a B2B ingredients range, and Garage Project adds a better-for-you beer.


Category dynamics and cost of living crisis drives NPD at Forty Thieves
31 Aug 2023  

Category dynamics and cost of living crisis drives NPD at Forty Thieves

The nut butter business responds to category and economic dynamics with NPD, as well as looking for manufacturing efficiencies.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 25 August?
25 Aug 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 25 August?

Griffin’s launches a limited edition Eta offer, Wattie’s enters a new category, Asahi adds an RTD, and Krispy Kreme revives the doggo doughnut.


Whittaker’s increases Te Wiki O Te Reo Māori limited edition run
22 Aug 2023  

Whittaker’s increases Te Wiki O Te Reo Māori limited edition run

Chocolate brand Whittaker’s is bringing back its special edition Miraka Kirīmi (Creamy Milk) block produced for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week).


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 18 August?
18 Aug 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 18 August?

Sweet new releases from nut butter companies Forty Thieves and Fix & Fogg, which collabs with Cookie Time, while dairy-free darling Angel Food adds a feta to its line-up.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 11 August?
11 Aug 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 11 August?

Lewis Road adds Half & Half, street artist Gasp is drafted in for a Doritos limited edition, and Healtheries’ new type of gummy.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 4 August?
4 Aug 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 4 August?

Farrah’s unwraps a new pizza base line, Duck Island teams up with The Avo Tree, and Moa Brewing gets in on the better-for-you action.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 28 July?
28 Jul 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 28 July?

Almighty delivers a twist on a classic, First Light Meats enters a new category, and Krispy Kreme partners with Cookie Time for doughnut indulgence.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 20 July?
21 Jul 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 20 July?

Fix & Fogg adds a choc option, Nestlé brings back KitKat Plant Based, Jess’s Underground Kitchen adds protein, and Brothers Beer x Blue Frog = Granola Stout.


Final Foodstarter alumni to hit shelves
19 Jul 2023   /

Final Foodstarter alumni to hit shelves

One of the final alumni of Foodstuffs’ now defunct Foodstarter programme is gearing up for distribution in the North Island co-operative’s stores.


NPD: An ice cream for both you and your pets
18 Jul 2023   /

NPD: An ice cream for both you and your pets

Pet supplement specialist Newflands looks to break into foodservice with a unique new product for both pets and humans.


Pōkeno distillery taps into totara
18 Jul 2023   /

Pōkeno distillery taps into totara

New Zealand single malt whisky distillery Pōkeno Whisky is claiming a world first with its latest product launch – a single malt matured in totara barrels.


Scapegrace exhumes Rogue Society, expands products to take on international brands
17 Jul 2023   /

Scapegrace exhumes Rogue Society, expands products to take on international brands

The spirits producer dusts off the Rogue Society label to take on the mass-market international brands that dominate the NZ market.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 13 July?
13 Jul 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 13 July?

Chobani x Countdown x All Blacks = limited edition, Meyer Cheese marks Matariki, Frucor Suntory expands The Real McCoy, and Six Barrel’s latest experiment.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 7 July?
7 Jul 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 7 July?

Griffin’s Snackachangi goes all-American, Hutchinsons debuts a meal kit brand in NZ, and Nespresso has a new (cold) brew.


New FSL Foods MD gives snacking a whirl
3 Jul 2023  

New FSL Foods MD gives snacking a whirl

Recently installed MD Eliana Glover is trying something new for the frozen food specialist and for the NZ grocery channel, as part of growth plans for the family business.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 30 June?
30 Jun 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 30 June?

Chobani launches two new ranges, Sprig & Fern’s limited edition with a new hop varietal, DB’s Odd Company looks for company, and AF Drinks’ 31-pack is back.


Fine Food NZ: Local vs global compete for 0% craft beer sales
26 Jun 2023   /

Fine Food NZ: Local vs global compete for 0% craft beer sales

A newish non-alcoholic craft beer importer and distributor is finding his first mover advantage is being lost to local producers.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 23 June?
23 Jun 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 23 June?

Breakfast brands Blue Frog and Pic’s collab, as do Nestlé and Arnott’s for a new coffee offering, while Terps & Co has a new limited run for Dry July.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 16 June?
16 Jun 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 16 June?

Fast-growing US snack brand Chipoys land in NZ, Lewis Road brings back its Matariki milk, and Hunt and Gather Bee Co adds a new spiced honey.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 9 June?
9 Jun 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 9 June?

Angel Food’s cracks plant-based sour cream, Mondelēz continues to pump out the lump innovation, and Hubbards goes light with Collision Crisps.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 2 June?
2 Jun 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 2 June?

A trifecta of free-from innovation this week, with alt dairy from Goodfood Group’s Veesey brand, and 0% beer from State of Play and Asahi, as well as WCF’s new classic.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 26 May?
26 May 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 26 May?

Nostalgia is flavour of the week, with Nestlé’s new KitKat innovation and Westgold building out its infused butter range, while Angel Bay collabs on a new limited edition.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 19 May?
19 May 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 19 May?

Frucor Suntory stakes more space in the iced coffee cabinet, Nestlé’s Maggi brand expands its convenience offer, and Hastings Distillers adds two vermouths.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 12 May?
12 May 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 12 May?

A new spread from Egmont Honey, Raglan Food Co kicks off a seasonal series, Whittaker’s puts its spin on an old classic, and Sprig & Fern has a little something for the grown ups.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 5 May?
5 May 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 5 May?

Griffin’s adds to Nice & Natural, Frucor Suntory goes back to full sugar, Chantal Organics ups its snack game, and Mondelēz enlists Flox for Mother’s Day.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 28 April?
28 Apr 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 28 April?

Griffin’s and L’affare’s limited edition collab, The Apple Press presses new ground, Kraft-Heinz’ F. Whitlock & Sons adds ambient soup, and Clevedon Buffalo Co’s new kinds of cheese.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 21 April?
21 Apr 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 21 April?

Yum Granola goes local with South Island oats, Good Cocktail Co adds a revamped mixer, and Westland’s consumer dairy brand Westgold expands its range.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 14 April?
14 Apr 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 14 April?

Little Island has new plant-milk blends, AF hits another drinks trend, Remedy pushes into NZ’s energy drink segment, and Six Barrel holds on to summer.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 6 April
6 Apr 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 6 April

Pic’s re-releases a fan favourite for Easter, DB Breweries’ Export goes ultra low carb, and a Cotton Candy collab.


Soulfresh’s Didi Lo on retail ‘frenemies’ and greenwashing versus genuine impact
5 Apr 2023  

Soulfresh’s Didi Lo on retail ‘frenemies’ and greenwashing versus genuine impact

The Soulfresh founder is evolving his ‘better-for-you’ business to become ‘better-for-us’.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 31 March?
31 Mar 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 31 March?

Easter limited editions line the shelves, with Twiice and Lotus Biscoff delivering incarnations of the humble hot cross bun, while Tony’s Chocolonely goes for a lemon meringue-inspired treat.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 24 March?
24 Mar 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 24 March?

Duck Island partners with Coffee Supreme, Griffin’s brings back a Squiggles, Domino’s introduces a taste of India, and Lewis Road Creamery adds raspberry to the mix.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 17 March?
17 Mar 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 17 March?

Nestlé launches more Kit Kat innovation, while Blue Frog Cereal and Moa Brewing look for growth from better-for-you products.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for week to 10 March?
10 Mar 2023  

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for week to 10 March?

Sanford’s limited edition seafood sausage, Proper Crisps launches a Big Cut line, and Griffin’s takes Girl Guide Biscuits pink.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 3 March?
3 Mar 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 3 March?

Tegel Foods is on the GoGo, Griffin’s rolls out the Toffee Pops innovation, and Bluebird brings back some old favourites.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 24 February?
24 Feb 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 24 February?

Heartland and Behemoth partner for complementary releases, Cookie Time chills, Westgold’s new look, and Havana goes royal.


Cyclone delays Cookie Time NPD distribution
21 Feb 2023  

Cyclone delays Cookie Time NPD distribution

The nationwide roll-out of Cookie Time’s new frozen dessert has been delayed by the ongoing impacts of Cyclone Gabrielle on the supply chain.


Royal seal of approval for Havana cyclone support blend
21 Feb 2023   /

Royal seal of approval for Havana cyclone support blend

Havana Coffee Works is doing its bit to support those impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle – with the backing of Her Royal Highness Princess Anne.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 17 February?
17 Feb 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 17 February?

Whittaker’s brings together Blondie and Biscuit, Mars makes moves with Skittles to tie in with Pride, and Unilever goes plant-based with its Best Foods mayo.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 10 February?
10 Feb 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 10 February?

Nestlé’s Nespresso goes to Milan, Pic’s makes Smunchy permanent, and Asahi launches a Major Major new flavour.


Cookie Time preps new treat category launch
7 Feb 2023  

Cookie Time preps new treat category launch

The snack manufacturer is marking its 40th birthday with a limited edition supersized cookie, ahead of breaking into a new treat category later this month.


Growth agenda at Coffee Supreme
3 Feb 2023   /

Growth agenda at Coffee Supreme

CEO Jesse Newson says that with Covid fading into the distance and PE firm Pioneer backing its growth plans, it’s now about “getting on and doing it”.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 3 February?
3 Feb 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 3 February?

Duck Island has an almond croissant addition, WaHiki Coconut Creamery plays it closer to home with new flavours, and Fonterra’s functional milk innovation.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 27 January?
27 Jan 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 27 January?

Coffee Supreme launches its long-awaited iced coffee in a can, Cassia At Home has a new addition, and Zestt Wellness develops a gut health product made with yacon.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 19 January?
20 Jan 2023   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 19 January?

Wellington Chocolate Factory teams up with Havana Coffee, Motueka Creamery adds a Belgian chocolate, and Charlie’s changes for game day.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 16 December?
16 Dec 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 16 December?

Chantal Organics and Bread & Butter’s Christmas cookie, new beverages from State of Play and The Uncommon, plus a new look from Native Sparkling.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 9 December?
9 Dec 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 9 December?

A festive offering from Tony’s Chocolonely, Lo Bros’ new impact-led soda launch, while Graham Norton pays homage to his Irish heritage with his latest Invivo tie-up.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 2 December?
2 Dec 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 2 December?

A Duck Island and Garage Project collab, new iced coffee from Nestlé and Starbucks, Terps & Co’s world first non-alc RTD range, and a Christmas tradition from Foundry Chocolate and Thomson Whisky.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 25 November?
25 Nov 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 25 November?

Bennetto Natural Foods looks to Samoa for latest addition, Glenfiddich extends its Grand Series, Hell Pizza gets bloody, and Me Today bulks up its lineup.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 18 November
18 Nov 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 18 November

Frucor Suntory brings a new sub-category to NZ, Moa extends it RTD offer, FSL Food’s Fuzio goes green, Rebel adds more bagel, Westgold butters up, and two NZ brand collabs launch.


NPD revenue plummets – IRI
14 Nov 2022   /

NPD revenue plummets – IRI

The insights firm says new product development has been severely constrained as manufacturers prioritise activity and keeping core products flowing.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 11 November
11 Nov 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 11 November

Much Moore gets fruity, 19 Crimes’ second collab with Snoop Dogg, Griffin’s brings its candy cane game, and Pita Pit taps into Hawaiian vibes.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 4 November
4 Nov 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 4 November

Asahi adds a low-sugar Long White, Griffin’s puts the cheese into its crackers, Coffee Supreme has a Yemen special release, while Hop Federation and East Imperial go for limited editions.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 26 October?
28 Oct 2022  

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 26 October?

Whittaker’s add festive spice, a new mead joins the growing category, Lewis Road’s latest limited edition and Impossible Foods teams up with Domino’s.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 21 October?
21 Oct 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 21 October?

Good Sh*t soda extends its range, Heinz joins two flagship products, AF Drinks collaborates with Lucky Taco, and The Bond Store goes down the garden path.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 14 October?
14 Oct 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 14 October?

Arnott’s load ups its shapes, Zeffer upcycles for its entry into the RTD category, and some seasonal offerings with a Halloween mayo from Heinz and Pumpkin Spice from Nespresso.


Isey Skyr aims to shake up NZ’s $270m yoghurt category
10 Oct 2022   /

Isey Skyr aims to shake up NZ’s $270m yoghurt category

A multi-million dollar investment into a new Taranaki dairy factory is behind one of the latest brands to hit supermarket shelves.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 7 October?
7 Oct 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 7 October?

Silver Fern Farms’ sweet new offer, 73 Citrus expands its range, DB launches an RTD brand, BurgerFuel gets into beer, and Six Barrel debuts Seltz Drops.


Griffin’s brings in FLOX for Breast Cancer collab
7 Oct 2022   /

Griffin’s brings in FLOX for Breast Cancer collab

Snack manufacturer Griffin’s, has collaborated with Kiwi artist, FLOX, for this year’s Breast Cancer Foundation NZ partnership.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 30 September?
30 Sep 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 30 September?

Lilo builds on its B-Side fruit proposition, Wellington Chocolate Factory brings back a classic, Lewis Road goes for a new coffee iteration, and DB’s new brews.


“It’s been the most significant brand launch investment in our history”- Nestlé’s Purina NZ on Oscar
28 Sep 2022   /

“It’s been the most significant brand launch investment in our history”- Nestlé’s Purina NZ on Oscar

The pet food business looks to capitalise on the boom in pet ownership with the launch of the Oscar cat food brand in NZ.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 23 September?
23 Sep 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 23 September?

Whittaker’s extends its core range, Kiwi Quinoa sees red, Fix & Fogg gets into pumpkin spice season, while Good Buzz expands with a new RTD brand.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 16 September?
16 Sep 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 16 September?

Plant Projects takes on the multinationals with its NZ-made No Ordinary Ice Tea, Fieldco extends its Kin & Co brand, while Farrah’s doubles down on low carb.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 9 September?
9 Sep 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 9 September?

Otis goes Kiwi organic, Forty Thieves’ new category, Nestlé’s latest mash-up, and Fix & Fogg makes PB&J permanent.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 2 September?
2 Sep 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 2 September?

Pic’s gets spurred on by a superfan to go Smunchy, Nestlé and Milo’s KitKat collab, and top shelf arrivals from Hendrick’s, Hasting Distillers and Fords Gin.


Me Today to launch new mānuka honey products
29 Aug 2022   /

Me Today to launch new mānuka honey products

The King Honey owner says the new products will be out next month, and it also reveals how much revenue its acquired honey business has generated.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 26 August?
26 Aug 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 26 August?

Spring is in the air, with wine label Headline Acts hitting NZ, The Bond Store extending its Cocktail Collusion range, BeerHug and the Brewers Guild slinging award winners and Six Barrel branching out.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 19 August?
19 Aug 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 19 August?

Arnott’s brings Bluey to the biscuit aisle, Asahi launches a Major Major flavour, San Pellegrino has an Essenza range extension, and Whittaker’s Miraka Kirīmi goes on sale for the first time.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 12 August?
12 Aug 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 12 August?

Wattie’s launches a One Pan range, Fever-Tree adds a Distillers Cola to its mixers, Pōkeno Whisky Company’s first single malts come to market, and Moccona releases its 2022 limited edition collection.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 5 August?
5 Aug 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 5 August?

Lewis Road Creamery goes bananas, Frucor Suntory’s V brand adds a zero sugar range, and it’s a family affair at Australian winemaker Taylors.


Harraways fortifies its health credentials
2 Aug 2022   /

Harraways fortifies its health credentials

The company launches new fortified products and makes its first foray into less sugar.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 29 July?
29 Jul 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 29 July?

Griffin’s leverages Cookie Bear into crackers, Hellers extends its Meals Made Easy range, and Moa’s RTD brand Hey Hey adds a new flavour.


Inflation and the four Ps – Mondelēz’s Cara Liebrock
25 Jul 2022   /

Inflation and the four Ps – Mondelēz’s Cara Liebrock

The confectionery giant aims to replace churn with category growth in the current inflationary environment.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 22 July?
22 Jul 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 22 July?

Bennetto’s new Forest & Bird offering, Parrotdog x Boring, Good Buzz adds a classic combo, and Griffin’s “re-introduces” Eta Uppercuts.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 15 July?
15 Jul 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 15 July?

Native Sparkling goes non-alc, Lewis Road Creamery gets comfortable, Whittaker’s adds an oat milk option, and Burger Fuel’s all wild at heart.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 8 July?
8 Jul 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 8 July?

Wellington Chocolate Factory and My Food Bag go after the plant-based crowd, babyfood startup Love Snack launches frozen smoothies, and McDonald’s revives a chicken hit.


How to deliver value in a cost of living crisis – Kantar
7 Jul 2022   /

How to deliver value in a cost of living crisis – Kantar

Delivering value does not always have to be a price play even in an inflationary environment, the research consultancy suggests.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 1 July?
1 Jul 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 1 July?

Just in time for Dry July, Asahi Beverages NZ swaps out its 0% Peroni, My Food Bag teams up with Garage Project, and Lisa King opens an AF bottle shop, while AJ Hackett and Epic team up on a full strength option.


New category for Almighty – and New Zealand
27 Jun 2022   /

New category for Almighty – and New Zealand

Its caffeinated sparkling water is a first for NZ, with the beverage business also securing new brand and distribution partnerships, as well as nearing completion of a capital raise.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 17 June?
17 Jun 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 17 June?

Griffin’s brings out two new ToffeePops flavours for winter, East Imperial launches its first natural low-calorie tonic water, and My Food Bag marks Matariki.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 10 June?
10 Jun 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 10 June?

Nestlé imports an international flavour, while local brands Wellington Chocolate Factory and Six Barrel Soda look closer to home for inspiration.


Parkers cans up innovation after production investment
9 Jun 2022   /

Parkers cans up innovation after production investment

Fermented drinks and canned flavoured oat milk have come out of an NPD drive at the firm, which looks likely to exit the functional beverage space.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 2 June?
2 Jun 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 2 June?

Some classic Kiwi flavours come to the fore in limited edition NPD this week, ranging from Mondelēz International’s latest lump innovation and Lewis Road Creamery delivering a Matariki milk with horopito. Meanwhile AF Drinks looks to Japan for inspiration, and Goju innovates on packaging.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 27 May?
27 May 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 27 May?

British brands make a strong showing with Cornish Sea Salt Co in a Foodstuffs debut and Hendrick’s new moonshot, as Good Farmers rounds out its range.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 20 May?
20 May 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 20 May?

Sheep Dog goes nuts over whiskey, Whittaker’s aims for a vibe, and Fix & Fogg remakes a classic.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 13 May?
13 May 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 13 May?

A functional collagen beauty snack hits NZ shores, Lyre’s adds a winter warmer, Fix & Fogg goes beyond nuts, and Mondelēz continues the Caramilk innovation.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 6 May?
6 May 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 6 May?

Less is more from Abe’s, Monteith’s hazy double down, Six Barrel Soda’s 10th birthday, and Cadbury’s Boh Runga x Roses collab for Mother’s Day.


NewFish launches “world first” pāua product, lands research funding
2 May 2022   /

NewFish launches “world first” pāua product, lands research funding

The biotech and future food venture debuts Pāua Saucisson and secures HVN backing to validate the known benefits of NZ’s Blackfoot Pāua.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 29 April?
29 Apr 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 29 April?

Havana delivers a late summer coffee vibe, the Sara Lee & Cadbury tie-up gets in on Caramilk, Aotearoa’s first volcanic-filtered vodka, and pink ribbon biscuits are back.


Fresh Cuts:  What’s new for the week to 22 April?
22 Apr 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 22 April?

Mondelēz looks to Tip Top for its latest Cadbury innovation, Abe’s Bagels goes sweet, while Domino’s beefs up its extra value range.


“We want to be at the premiumisation party” – Kōkako on Everybird coffee
20 Apr 2022   /

“We want to be at the premiumisation party” – Kōkako on Everybird coffee

The pandemic and premiumisation prompts foodservice stalwart Kōkako to branch out into the grocery channel with a new purpose-built brand.


Rutherford & Meyer cracks scale upcycling
19 Apr 2022   /

Rutherford & Meyer cracks scale upcycling

The Wellington snack company is expanding its Upcycled Grain Project brand with US growth ramping up.


Fresh Cuts – What’s new for the week to 14 April?
14 Apr 2022   /

Fresh Cuts – What’s new for the week to 14 April?

DB Breweries goes back to the future with a new (old) lager, Rebel Bakehouse expands its gluten free range, Silver Fern Farms has something new for the freezer aisle and Maggi gets in on the air fryer trend.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 8 April?
8 Apr 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 8 April?

Nestlé mashes up a traditional Christmas treat for Easter, Whittaker’s helps saves kiwis, and Pic’s and Cathedral Cove Naturals save berries.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 1 April
1 Apr 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 1 April

Fix and Fogg crowdsources a new flavour, a cola from Greece looks for traction, AF delivers zero sugar, and Moa adds a Fresh Hop hazy IPA.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 25 March
25 Mar 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 25 March

Countdown and Cookie Time deliver an Easter offering, Markwell Foods’ Sambazon broadens its Açaí range, and Fever Tree fizzes with a new pink tonic.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 18 March
18 Mar 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 18 March

A collab-heavy week with Garage Project joining Fix & Fogg, Wellington Chocolate Factory working with Duck Island Ice Cream, and Eta tapping into Marmite.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 11 March
11 Mar 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 11 March

Griffin’s Easter take on MallowPuffs, a mash-up from Pic’s and New World, and new offerings from Chantal Organics and Mitchells Nutrition.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 4 March
4 Mar 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 4 March

A new oat milk range, a twist on classic gin, and brace of new hop products.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 25 February
25 Feb 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 25 February

Fix & Fogg ups the ante, Blue Frog adds keto, and Giesen Wines expands its 0% offering.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 18 February
18 Feb 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 18 February

Arnott’s releases its most indulgent Tim Tams to date, Whittaker’s adds caramelised white chocolate, and there are new offers from Kellogg’s and Mondelēz.


Pic’s treads Covid tightrope with NPD, export growth
17 Feb 2022   /

Pic’s treads Covid tightrope with NPD, export growth

The Nelson nut butter business looks to new SKUs and overseas expansion in its hunt for further growth.


Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 11 February
11 Feb 2022  

Fresh Cuts: What’s new for the week to 11 February

Lion’s Steinlager goes double zero, Pic’s mixes it up with Vogel’s, Tip Top goes back to the future, and Fonterra and Foodstuffs add to their carbon zero milk offering.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 4 February
4 Feb 2022   /

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 4 February

Wellington Chocolate Factory is at it again, the Motueka hop takes a star turn in a new Moa hazy offering, and Arnott’s enters the gluten-free game. 


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 10 December
10 Dec 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 10 December

Triple Christmas treat from Duck Island, Goodtime Pie Co turns up the pepper, Wellington Chocolate Factory is at it again this time with Papua New Guinea beans, and Good George adds a taste of Jaffa.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 3 December
3 Dec 2021   /

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 3 December

This week, Tom & Luke cut the sugar, Pic’s takes off, and Alexandra’s dials up the convenience.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 26 November
26 Nov 2021   /

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 26 November

This week, Corn Thins go mini, Nestlé Scorched Almonds go salty, and dedicated Australian non-alcoholic brewery Big Drop puts its signature beers on sale in New Zealand.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 19 November
19 Nov 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 19 November

Wooden Spoon Freezery’s deer milk ice cream with Pāmu Milk, Lewis Road goes curd and tart, and Wellington Chocolate Factory fizzes with a hibiscus and blackberry offering.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 12 November
12 Nov 2021   /

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 12 November

London-listed East Imperial releases a new cold-brew coffee and tonic, Pic’s doubles down on almond butter, and Huntley & Palmers cracks the sourdough market.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 5 November
5 Nov 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 5 November

This week, Fix & Fogg trials nut butter sachets, Healtheries sources Nelson apples for new cider vinegar and Chantal Organics’ probiotic protein packs a punch.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 29 October
29 Oct 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 29 October

This week, Griffin’s MallowPuffs get festive, Boss Coffee shares a new coffee in a can and Good Buzz’s new natural kombucha fizzes up.


Peter Gordon’s Homeland launches retail range
28 Oct 2021   /

Peter Gordon’s Homeland launches retail range

The chef is using the temporary shutdown of the cooking school at his Auckland food venture to launch new products.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 22 October
22 Oct 2021   /

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 22 October

Proper Crisps releases a big hop kick with Garage Project, Mother Earth puts wellbeing first with new functional bars and Lindauer unveils a taste of Italy.


Giesen and the Strange Nature of its fast-growing 0% range
21 Oct 2021   /

Giesen and the Strange Nature of its fast-growing 0% range

The winemaker is bringing forward a multi-million dollar investment into its low and no alcohol range, which has raced ahead of sales forecasts.


Covid health boom fuels Nuzest Life
19 Oct 2021   /

Covid health boom fuels Nuzest Life

The pandemic has delivered the supplement and health food firm new consumers who have pushed up global revenue by 50%.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 15 October
15 Oct 2021   /

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 15 October

It is a chocolate heavy line-up this week with Wellington Chocolate Factory, Bennetto, Whittaker’s and Nestlé all in on the act.


Nestlé’s KitKat V arrives in NZ
11 Oct 2021   /

Nestlé’s KitKat V arrives in NZ

KitKat V will be on New Zealand shop shelves from October 11 for a limited time.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 8 October
8 Oct 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 8 October

There’s a new lager for the vaccine-hesitant, Mars revamps one of its classics, and Horleys jumps on the marine collagen bandwagon.


Nestlé, Mondelēz pump out plant-based innovation
7 Oct 2021   /

Nestlé, Mondelēz pump out plant-based innovation

Shrimps, eggs, and Cadbury Dairy Milk are the latest products to get a plant-based overhaul by the FMCG behemoths.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 1 October
1 Oct 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 1 October

Kiwi beverage producers prepare for a thirsty summer ahead as new-look Six Barrel Soda syrups enter the market, Good George feels the passion with a sour beer and Reefton Distilling Co. cherry picks its latest gin release.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 24 September
24 Sep 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 24 September

Moa Brewing Co says Hey Hey to the RTD category, Rockburn Wines shares a Stolen Kiss and Griffin’s adds Snax to its Pink Ribbon range.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 17 September
17 Sep 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 17 September

Wellington chocolate maker Whittaker’s marks Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2021, singer Kylie Minogue’s Rosé starts spinning around New Zealand, and drag star Elektra Shock adorns a new Small Goods brew.


Supply chain snarls NPD at Ceres
14 Sep 2021   /

Supply chain snarls NPD at Ceres

Ceres Organics has temporarily halted new product development as it battles a “broken” global supply chain and prioritises filling empty supermarket shelves.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 10 September
10 Sep 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 10 September

Bell Tea spices up its black tea range, Yum’s new-look range has two new additions, Wellington Chocolate Factory pays homage to its Vanuatu cocoa growers and F. Whitlock & Sons gets meaty.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 3 September
3 Sep 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 3 September

Food and beverage firms have navigated the ongoing disruption following last month’s snap lockdown to get new products online and in store this week including Moa Brewing Company, new cross-category brand Good Farmers and Hamilton’s Good George.


Fresh cuts: Product launches for the week to 27 August
27 Aug 2021  

Fresh cuts: Product launches for the week to 27 August

Cardrona Distillery proudly shows its support of love, diversity and inclusion via vodka; global ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s tops out its tubs; and Invivo toasts its eighth vintage of Graham Norton’s Own Wines.


NPD? Wait and see
20 Aug 2021   /

NPD? Wait and see

A long lockdown could play havoc with new product launches, change customer demand patterns and result in distribution delays.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 20 August
20 Aug 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 20 August

Oatly’s New Zealand plant-based game steps up a notch with its alt-cream now available in Aotearoa, Hubbards has teams up with Wellington’s nut butter champion Fix & Fogg, and Moa adds a new hazy to its line up.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 13 August
13 Aug 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 13 August

Reefton Distilling Co and Swandri team up for a limited edition release, Whittaker’s new cocoa kick and Urbanaut will send you down a Mystic Portal.


Lump bump for Mondelēz, launch to be unwrapped
12 Aug 2021   /

Lump bump for Mondelēz, launch to be unwrapped

The humble lump is paying dividends for the global giant in New Zealand with a new launch about to be unwrapped.


Parkers builds out functional drink portfolio
9 Aug 2021  

Parkers builds out functional drink portfolio

The Hastings business is expanding into the functional beverage space following a challenging Covid which almost saw it close its doors.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 6 August
6 Aug 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 6 August

Pure Delish champions local, Esk Valley showcases its great dirt and Wellington Chocolate Factory shows us its latest squeeze.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 30 July
30 Jul 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 30 July

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Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 23 July
23 Jul 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 23 July

Organic chocolate maker Bennetto Natural Foods Co puts Bird of the Year front and centre, Cookie Dough Collective takes you on a choc chip trip, Queen Anne Chocolates’ marshmallow fish bites swim to market and Lawson’s Dry Hills combines art and wine for a limited time.


“For us taste is number one” – Farro boss Bryce Howard on NPD
16 Jul 2021  

“For us taste is number one” – Farro boss Bryce Howard on NPD

Taste comes above all else when it comes to getting your product stocked in Auckland specialty grocery chain Farro Fresh, according to boss Bryce Howard.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 16 July
16 Jul 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 16 July

Fix & Fogg sweetens up an old favourite, Cassels Brewing Company launches new eye-catching brews, Allpress moves into the capsule market and McCain brings a new pizza to New Zealand freezers.


Lion pumps millions into zero alcohol tech to tap new demand
15 Jul 2021   /

Lion pumps millions into zero alcohol tech to tap new demand

The brewer is making a big move into the no alcohol beer market, which is says will be worth $25bn globally by 2024.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 9 July
9 Jul 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 9 July

Kinder’s first biscuit hits New Zealand supermarket shelves, Silver Fern Farms responds to venison demand, Speight’s moves to summit the no-alcohol beer trend, and its (another) wrap at Farrah’s.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 2 July
2 Jul 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 2 July

What’s new to the market for the week to 2 July 2021.


Australian distiller Brunswick Aces eyes NZ expansion
1 Jul 2021   /

Australian distiller Brunswick Aces eyes NZ expansion

The Australian distiller aims to be stocked in 300 NZ outlets by the end of the year with more staff and an office planned.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 25 June
25 Jun 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 25 June

What’s new to the market for the week to 25 June 2021.


Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 18 June
18 Jun 2021  

Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 18 June

What’s new to the market for the week to 18 June 2021.


Nestlé breaks out plant-based KitKat
15 Jun 2021  

Nestlé breaks out plant-based KitKat

Global confectionery giant Nestlé is launching a plant-based alternative to its iconic KitKat chocolate bar into the international market.


NZ avocado powder launches, eyes global opportunity
9 Jun 2021   /

NZ avocado powder launches, eyes global opportunity

New venture Ovāvo is targeting the nascent global avocado powder ingredient market.


Deer milk trial secures $244k from HVN
9 Jun 2021  

Deer milk trial secures $244k from HVN

A clinical trial that could underpin the development of deer milk as a new industry in New Zealand has secured $244,000 of funding from the HVN Challenge.