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market ready EXPORT ASEAN (see page 31) BUTCHERS FINISH SECOND The Pure South Sharp Blacks, New Zealand’s butchery team, just missed out on being crowned world champions after finishing runners-up at the World Butchers’ Challenge in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Team Ireland, the host nation, took the top spot in a tense battle of the butchers with the Australian Steelers finishing third. “We’re ecstatic,” said Corey Winder, Pure South Sharp Blacks captain. “We were pushed right to the wire – the pressure was huge. We have worked extremely hard to get here – we all have our day jobs to focus on as well, so we have had to be dedicated and give up our weekends for training to get to this position. But a result like this makes it all worth it – I’m so proud of all the Pure South Sharp Blacks.” n

NEW STORE FOR FEILDING

There will soon be a brand-new way to shop in Feilding with the impending opening of a brandnew state-of-the-art New World supermarket on the corner of Aorangi and Gladstone Streets. “We’re delighted to be opening a new store mid-year, which will be a truly wonderful place to shop and a fabulous asset for Feilding,” said Todd Carter, owner-operator of both the existing New World and Write Price. “However, the move is tinged with a little sadness as we’ve had to close our sister store Write Price a little earlier than we had anticipated. We know there are a few

customers who will be upset to see this store shut its doors, but we’re really looking forward to welcoming everyone to our beautiful New World supermarket in a few months.” The team at Write Price will transfer to the new store, and they are looking for more people to join the team at the new store as well. “The new store will have the very latest New World innovations and will offer a bright, spacious, more modern shopping environment – with loads of natural light, and environmentally friendly features,” said Lindsay Rowles, GM property for Foodstuffs North Island. n

The Power of Cash in Perpetual Motion MODERN PEST CONTROL

DELIVERING QUALITY T&G Global has strengthened its relationship with All Good Bananas beyond ripening and distributing its fruit to managing the supply and sales for growing demand for the leading Fairtrade banana brand. The two companies have been working together for three years with a real focus on delivering quality Fairtrade fruit to Kiwis produced on the simple principles of being All Good. Good for banana-lovers, good for growers and good for the environment. The new agreement will see All Good become T&G’s

premium Fairtrade banana brand. Combining T&G’s extensive distribution network with the fun and engaging All Good brand will give Kiwis greater access to the tastiest Fairtrade bananas available. All Good Bananas will retain creative ownership of the brand and the two companies will work closely to drive awareness of the All Good benefits across a number of sponsorship and retailer relationships. Kiwis eat an average of 18kgs of bananas per person, placing New Zealand in the top two banana consuming nations globally. n

Non-toxic pest control is becoming increasingly popular as part of the overall trend away from chemicals in home life. The ever-growing base of consumers who are moving towards organic food are also moving away from pesticides in other areas. ALPECO stands for Alternative Pest Control – something about which founder Heiko Kaiser is passionate. ALPECO not only brings worldproven technologies to New Zealand but has also developed its own range of non-toxic solutions. ALPECO aims to remain the leader in the alternative pest control industry in New Zealand by offering environmentally friendly solutions, the latest proven technology, high-quality products and workmanship. ALPECO’s Designed-2-Kill (D2K)

products provide an alternative pest control solution for bugs, insects and other common pests. The mice and rat trap stations combine decades of practical field experience and use the very latest in design technology and materials. The D2K non-toxic lures last up to three months and contain a nontoxic attractant developed to fit neatly into a snap trap for a clean and simple solution to rodent trapping. D2K Aerosol – made from a formula based upon food-grade Amorphous Silica (DE) – is an effective way of eliminating small insects and preventing insects returning without resorting to conventional residual harmful pesticides. While the D2K spray is completely harmless to larger animals and humans, even if swallowed, it is lethal to insects, causing their waxy natural coating to dissolve, leaving the bug to dehydrate and die. For more information call 0800 ALPECO. n

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editorialcomment A MATTER OF CONVENIENCE Sarah Mitchell Editorial Director

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When they want it, how they want it and what they want – aren’t customers demanding! Whether it means customer experience or in product offering, there is no doubt that convenience is a key priority for customers in today’s fast-paced world. US grocers are pushing the homedelivery window to within an hour. Back home, Countdown has opened up Sunday delivery windows and delivery saver options, and New World is expanding its click and collect and home delivery offering. A recent survey has shown that half of Millennial consumers plan to increase their frequency of online shopping this year. The research, conducted by IRI, found that consumers are more likely to see opportunities for savings and convenience in online shopping rather than their older counterparts.

Meal-kits are no longer reserved just for the start-ups having slowly made their way into stores and NPD. For those retailers who want to cash in on the trend it is important to answer the burning question that consumers have – ‘what’s for dinner tonight?’ according to Jill Tomeny, a senior category analyst. “Consumers indicate that there are multiple fresh solutions that will answer that question, everything from freshly prepared grab-and-go items, to heat-and-eat, to hot and cold food bars, to made-to-order fresh food, along with meal kits,” said Tomeny. “If there was some magical place you could get all those fresh food solutions, we’d be in luck. Well you’re probably working at one. Because grocery retail can do all of that and solve all of your customers’ needs.” Examples of this are Foodstuffs’ inclusion of the Eat My Lunch programme, Fresh To Go products available in grab-and-go as well as bulk for a cold bar, and New World’s Just Cook It meal kits. Tomeny suggests store placement of the meal kit is key, and placing them next to the meat section will relay the message of value-added to the customer

more easily and clearly than placing them next to $2 cereal or 99c bananas. Convenience even goes as far as being easy to recycle or reuse with customers wanting packaging that does more than just keep food fresh. According to a new report from Mintel, while consumers used to believe packaging was unnecessary and wasteful, that misconception is now changing. “A focus on package innovations that extend food freshness, preserve ingredient fortification, are easy to reuse or recycle, and ensure safe delivery is increasingly benefiting consumers on a global scale.” Nestlé has announced its ambition to make 100 percent of its packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025. Its vision is that none of its packaging, including plastics ends up in landfill or as litter. As more consumers are embracing online shopping, packaging will play a pivotal role in brands’ and consumers e-commerce experiences. In this issue our Convenience feature looks at all the ways in which retailers and suppliers alike can capitalise on this fast-growing trend.

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news PAK’NSAVE’S $2 DEAL

The site of the former Pak’nSave supermarket in Commerce Street, Kaitaia, is destined to become a muchneeded work and meeting space for local youth – all for a $2 investment by the newly formed Kaitaia Youth Centre. “We believe the future lies in supporting Kiwi youth, so we’ve granted a 50-year lease on the land

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and sold the building to the Kaitaia Youth Centre for the ‘SAVEyest’ possibly deal of $2,” said Chris Quin, CEO, Foodstuffs North Island. “When we opened a larger Pak’nSave on North Road back in 2011 to serve the community better, the original store was surplus to requirements. It did hold a special place in our hearts as the first ever Pak’nSave in New Zealand to open back in 1985, and we wanted to do something extraordinary to acknowledge the support Kaitaia has given us from the get-go.” The team at Foodstuffs can’t wait to see how the work unfolds. “We’ve framed a $2 coin to hang on the wall for the moment the team has made it their own. Opening day can’t come soon enough and our team at the new Pak’nSave will be happy to help celebrate what we know is a wonderful solution to benefit the community for years to come.” n

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DKSH PARTNERS WITH 3M DKSH has been appointed by 3M to drive the growth of its products in New Zealand. DKSH will provide full service to the Foodstuffs Group, NZ’s biggest grocery distributor for 3M’s Scotch-Brite, Scotchgard, Command, Scotch and Postit brand products and offer merchandising services for these products to the Progressive Group Countdown stores.

Since the 1990s, DKSH has been working with 3M and built long-standing business relationships in many Asian markets, for all DKSH’s four business units. “It is a privilege to begin this partnership with 3M, and we look forward to providing strong sales and marketing services to grow the business together,” said Paul Harris, general manager sales and marketing, DKSH NZ. n

WELLER NAMED APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR Samantha Weller of New World Rangiora has been named Apprentice Butcher of the Year at the World Butchers’ Challenge in Belfast. Her win was one of the outstanding performances which saw the Kiwis beating the Aussies. Four New World

butchers formed a core part of the Sharp Blacks team, highlighting how important butchery is to the business. “We are beyond proud of the part our team members have played in a very successful campaign to showcase New Zealand excellence,” said Steve Anderson, MD of Foodstuffs New Zealand. “Stellar performances from young butchers like ours are the result of hours of practise combined with a tonne of support from their respective owner-operators.” n

WIN FOR WHITESTONE Whitestone Cheese Co. is riding a wave of international critical acclaim after recent achievements at the world’s biggest cheese competition in Wisconsin USA and a trophy from the NZ Champions of Cheese Awards. Whitestone Cheese Co. is riding a wave of international critical acclaim after recent achievements at the world’s biggest cheese competition in Wisconsin USA. At Wisconsin, Ohau Goat’s Blue achieved the highest accolade with fourth place in its category with a near perfect 99.7 out of a 100 – an incredible result and just 0.1 points off the bronze medal. Ohau Goat’s Blue is a new addition to Whitestone’s Premium Black Label range. With 98.85 points, Lindis Pass Camembert was placed fifth, beating French rivals in the hotly

contested Camembert category. Windsor Blue finished 6th in its category with 98.8 points. While Whitestone Vintage Windsor Blue achieved 97.8 points, stunning scores recognising Whitestone’s Blue Cheeses as leaders on the world stage. Whitestone’s latest creation, Shenley Station Blue was awarded 97 points in the Flavoured Soft Ripened category. Production of Shenley Station Blue only started at the end of last year after an extensive bio-prospecting project searching for an original New Zealand blue mould Penicillium Roqueforti strain. Usually only sourced from the Roquefort caves in France, Whitestone found their own strain in a mouldy bale of hay at Shenley Station in Fairlie and have named it 45 South Blue. n

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SUPPLY CHAIN EXCELLENCE “Supermarkets with empty shelves are completely pointless,” said Chris Quin, CEO Foodstuffs North Island. “Ensuring our millions of customers can get what they want, whenever they need is absolutely critical. Equally important is the ability to transport products safely and efficiently – reducing time spent on the road and the impact on our environment.” Foodstuffs is part of the Intelligent Transport Systems Advisory group as it invests in the latest transport technology to help improve efficiencies. This investment will cut back on the number of trucks on roads even while the business continues to grow, change and deliver exceptional products to its stores throughout the country, In the last three years, Foodstuffs has reduced truck numbers by more than 100 vehicles. “In addition to enhancing our supply chain, our online business is expanding at an exponential pace – with more than five stores a month being added to the roster to deliver fresh food and groceries to busy customers in their neighbourhoods.”

Leading edge transport technology is key to how Foodstuffs will be able to meet its customers’ needs for on-time delivery at an economical price. To achieve this, it will partner with global transport technology partners such as JDA and with NZ technology companies such as vWork which is all part of its overall supply chain transformation programme. Also part of the programme is Foodstuffs North Island’s decision to move the support centre and develop one of the country’s largest and most efficient distribution centres. “Our customers’ needs are changing fast. We believe all New Zealanders deserve more of what matter to them. For some this is more time, more choice, more convenience, more value and more help making healthier food choices. For others, it’s all these things and more. We need to make sure we’re ready to face these changes head on – having a worldclass supply chain with partners like JDA and vWork among others, will help us deliver our promise.” n

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Economies of scale are nice; economies of expertise are invaluable. New FMCG company, Brand Revolution, has been created to manage your sales, so you can focus on marketing your brand and creating more NPD. Many new products are great to taste and have excellent packaging but can fall at the key hurdle of understanding how to win with retailers here and across the ditch. Leon McDonald founded Brand Revolution to address a gap in the market as ‘one size doesn’t fit all’ in FMCG. Leon believes many businesses can benefit from Brand Revolution’s custom solutions, where he leverages strong, established retailer relationships, as well as expertise across multiple facets of the sales function. Having spent 15 years working with retailers on household brands such as Best Foods, Alfa One, Aunt Bettys, Hansells, Lupi, and Barilla, Leon’s experience has also included Australian retailers’ Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, Target, and Costco, together with data insights at IRI UK working on leading brands such as Innocent Smoothies and Fox’s confectionary. Leon now uses this experience

to help local and international suppliers succeed in the NZ and Australian market. Brand Revolution currently represents New Zealand companies including Karajoz Coffee, Serious Popcorn, Kaye’s Bakery, Ranga Alcoholic Gingerbeer, and Devon Foods, as well as Australian companies Yarra Valley Foods (with Tyrrells Crisps), and KJ & Co Brands (with Toscano). Leon believes the strength of Brand Revolution is its flexibility to adapt and provide the best solution to suit your requirements and budget. He is confident Brand Revolution can ensure innovative FMCG products are given the best possible chance to succeed in the NZ and Australian market. Brand Revolution also loves to take an already established brand and ‘revolutionise’ its selling potential. For more information on how Brand Revolution can help your business, contact Leon on +64 27 646 5595 or email leon@ brandrevolution.co.nz. n

We’re most proud of creating something so unique, it’s nothing fancy – we just want to make good shortbread.

Alastair Walker International Sales Manager, WALKERS SHORTBREAD

Joseph Walker started baking shortbread in the Speyside village of Aberlour in 1898. Now, 120 years later, it is his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who continue the tradition. Alastair Walker belongs in the latter category and serves as the International Sales Manager – although it wasn’t always that way. “When I was younger, I would be planning trips with my friends over the holidays, but then dad would come in and tell me that I had a job for the summer making shortbread, so all those plans went out the window, and I never left,” he said. The same went for Walker’s other relatives. If they wanted to be part of the business, they had to do their time on the factory floor. Tradition is key to the Walkers ethos, and the shortbread is made with the same four ingredients it always has been – butter, flour, sugar and salt. Rationing in World War II meant that a lot of other shortbread companies substituted margarine for butter, and

once the war was over many kept at it due to the much lower costs. A new generation took over, consisting of Walker’s father, aunt and uncle, and together they doubled the turnover of the business within 12 months with a focus on making the best quality shortbread that they could using the best possible ingredients. The growth continued year on year. While the company has seen exponential expansion, the old shopfront is still there today, now used as a test bakery. “We can do production runs and see how they work on a small scale,” explained Walker. “The locals will come in and give instant feedback. A lot of them will have worked for us as well so they can tell us exactly what we need to do. We’ve had whole families working at the factory, so it really is a family business – it’s not just the Walkers.” The Walkers core consumer is women over 50, although the company also appeals to younger

audiences by making shortbread in the shape of Scottish animals, such as the Highland Cow and Scottish Terrier, as well as a range of Novelty Tins and 3D boxes. Walkers supply shortbread to over 100 countries. Switzerland was the first, over 45 years ago, and the company has partnered with Hutchinsons in New Zealand for over ten years. The success of Walkers in overseas markets has seen the company awarded a Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Export not once but four times, making it the most successful food company in the category. The association with the Royals doesn’t end there – Walkers has been granted a Royal Warrant for supplying the Royal Family with shortbread and Scottish oatcakes. “We’re most proud of creating something so unique,” said Walker. “It’s nothing fancy – we just want to make good shortbread.” n

TRY KEEPING A LID ON IT DOUBLE CROSSED, DOUBLE LAGER

Brewed behind everyone’s backs, Double Crossed is a beer you should watch like a hawk. Concealing double lager malts and double aroma hops, it’s a masterfully disguised brew, betraying dry hopped notes. Play both sides of your palette off against each other, dispatch a Double Crossed today.

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Watch your back, the brewers have been up to tricks again. But this sneaky Double Crossed Double Malt is no swindle. Serving up a double helping of Gladfields Lager malt combined with Vienna malt and a double dose of NZ aroma hops for balance. A lightly dry-hopped lager with a big mouth feel. Double double. That’s four times the flavour.

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beveragenews BUBBLES WITH BENEFITS Matchaah Holdings has unveiled a first-to-market carbonated matcha tea beverage that targets non-tea drinkers and conventional retail channels. Differentiated by bold, all-natural fruit flavours, together with carbonation, SoMatchaah! is poised for rapid retail success across multiple retail channels. SoMatchaah! arrives in time to take full advantage of the intersection of a number of retail trends and a massive shift in consumer demand for natural and functional

beverages as well as other beverage categories growing at exponential rates including sparkling waters, ready to drink teas and antioxidant-rich beverages. Industry analysts agree the beverage retail market is experiencing an evolutionary shift toward functional beverages that offer health benefits. Matcha tea, in particular, thanks to its chart topping delivery of antioxidants and a calm alertness, has been earmarked for high growth potential. In fact, Innova Market Insights, the world leader in food and beverage market intelligence, shows matcha tea on an unprecedented growth curve for the past five years, predicting this will continue over the next five. IRI, a world authority in big data and predictive analytics for the beverage industry, points to ready-to-drink teas as a product on a similarly exponential growth timeline to bottled waters, only with the added benefit of being a platform for popular and premium functional additions, such as matcha. n

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COLD BREW WINE

Apothic Wine has announced it will launch a red wine infused with cold brew. Apothic Brew was inspired by a passion for coffee and the brand’s winemaker has crafted an infusion like never before. Blended with intrigue, this limited release red blend is infused with cold brew coffee. Apothic Brew contains less caffeine than a standard cup of decaf. The wine has notes of red fruit and toasted oak combine with hints of cold brew for a well-balanced blend that will captivate consumers from the first pour. n

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New Zealand’s famed landmark, Paeroa’s big L&P bottle will celebrate its 50th birthday this month. Proudly marking L&P’s birthplace, the bottle stands at the town’s gateway as one of New Zealand’s most recognised (and photographed) landmarks. To celebrate the big 5-0 the L&P bottle will be adorned with a giant birthday bow. “L&P is lucky enough to be part of Kiwi culture,” said Angela Broad, Coca-Cola Amatil NZ head of marketing. “We’re super proud of L&P’s birthplace and the much-loved Big Bottle.” n

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Mariani Nut Co. has introduced Mariani Walnutmilk to the growing plant-based category in the US. The Walnutmilk not only has significantly less sugar than other plant-based milk products but is rich in calcium, Omega-3s and Vitamin A. The product is available in Original, Vanilla and Unsweetened variants and is made with 100 percent California-grown walnuts. It is gluten, soy and GMO free and contains only 45 calories per serve. n

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Stevia was approved for use in food products in New Zealand in 2008 and is now used by companies and consumers in more than 75 countries around the world as a sweetener. However, ten years on from its introduction to New Zealand, there is still a significant lack of understanding surrounding the sugar substitute.

Stevia sweeteners come from a natural source – extracted from the leaves of the plant Stevia rebaudiana. The plant itself has been used for more than 1,500 years by the Guaraní people of South America (specifically Paraguay) and is a relative of the chrysanthemum plant. Called ka’a he’ê, it was used by the Guaraní people to sweeten their yerba mate (traditional tea) and also acknowledged for its medicinal properties. The stevia plant was used by the native tribes to cure hypertension, heartburn, fatigue, depression and infections. However, despite word reaching Spain from the first waves of Conquistadors, it wasn’t until 1899 that the plant came under any real scientific scrutiny. Swiss botanist Moisés Santiago Bertoni first described the plant and its sweet taste in detail, but again it wasn’t until 1931 that two French chemists conducted experiments to isolate the two glycosides which create the sweetness in the leaf. The compound itself is two hundred times sweeter than sugar, which means that it is an effective method of sweetening for manufacturers who are trying to keep the calorie count of their drinks down, as they can use far less. Innovation with Stevia continues as work is done to improve the taste and mouthfeel of the sugar alternative. After rigorous testing in nations across the world, stevia now has the backing of the scientific establishment

as an alternative to sugar and other artificial sweeteners that is derived from a natural source. “Smart use of non-nutritive sweeteners could help in lowering the number of calories you eat,” said Dr Christopher Gardner, an associate professor of medicine at Stanford University in California “Reducing calories could assist you attain and maintain a healthy body weight,

now, and stevia provides a low-calorie alternative. Countdown supermarkets saw an increase of 31 percent in the purchase of stevia and stevia-based products in 2015, months before Coca-Cola launched Coke Life – one of the first major beverage companies in New Zealand to adopt the sweetener. This usage propelled stevia into the public eye. Mintel research has

Reducing calories could assist you attain and maintain a healthy body weight, and thereby lower your risk of heart disease and diabetes. and thereby lower your risk of heart disease and diabetes.” According to a report from Grand View Research, the global stevia market is expected to rise to USD 556.7 million by 2024 – an increase of $219 million from where the market stood in 2015, and a compound growth rate of 5.8 percent. The beverage category currently accounts for almost 35 percent of the

total global stevia market, the most common application for the sugar alternative. Other applications include food (25 percent) and as a tabletop sweetener. Increasing penetration of stevia into consumer awareness will eventually lead to a rise of stevia in baking and confectionery products. As an additive, stevia appeals to a wide range of consumers. Health is an important focus for consumers

shown that the use of stevia increased 487 percent in global non-alcoholic beverage launches. The fact that stevia is naturally sourced from the stevia plant is important to younger consumers. Millennial buying habits have shown that consumers of this generation are beginning to scrutinise their food and beverage choices. Among the concerns for this group are high kilojoules and highsugar food ingredients. While the numbering system for food additives is much-maligned (stevia has its own – Sweetener 960), stevia is becoming a recognisable name in and of itself, akin to sugar, and without the intimidating name of other sweeteners. Responsible consumption is also a key market driver in 2018 – consumers, for example, have been turned off quinoa due to the unsustainably intensive farming of the crop and the expansion of quinoa farms into already fragile ecosystems. Stevia, on the other hand, requires far less attention and doesn’t compromise a farmer’s core crops of maize, cassava or beans. It provides local primary producers with additional income which can be used to support traditional farming practices. Stevia is on the rise across the world, and with increasing exposure and education, consumers will be willing to make the change. n Sponsored by Coca-Cola.

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with no additional sweeteners. The bar has milk as the number one ingredient, contains crispy oats, and is a good source of fibre. Nestle general manager confectionery, Martin Brown, said Nestlé was hoping to bring the chocolate bar to Australia and New Zealand later this year. “Nestlé researchers have discovered a way to change the structure of sugar using only natural ingredients, so it dissolves more quickly on your tongue. This ‘structured’ sugar delivers a sweet sensation more quickly than normal sugar. This allows us to use less total sugar in the product while providing an almost identical sweet taste,” said Brown. n

Nestlé has announced the launch of the world’s first chocolate bar using Nestlé’s new structured sugar. The new chocolate bar, Milkybar Wowsomes, to be launched in the UK and Ireland, uses the new technology to achieve a sugar reduction of 30 percent versus comparable bars. The sugar reduction is achieved using only natural ingredients

NZ-BORN ENVY American’s have once again selected New Zealand-born Envy apple as their favourite in a consumer competition run by the US Apple Association. The interactive tournament-style competition called on American apple fans to vote for their favourite from 16 different apple varieties during the month of March. T&G Global was well represented in the competition with three of its premium apples namely Jazz, Envy and Pacific Rose being voted on by apple-lovers. “We’re thrilled Envy™ has once again been

Westfarmers has announced its intention to demerge its Coles division, subject to shareholder and other approvals. It is anticipated that the proposed demerger would create a new top 30 company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, with leading positions in supermarkets, liquor and convenience, strong cash generation capability to underpin dividend distributions, and an earnings profile which is expected to be resilient through economic cycles. The decision follows a review of the Westfarmers portfolio and an assessment of the composition of its capital employed to support higher levels of future-growth and total shareholder

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chosen by US consumers as their favourite apple given American’s love of all things apples including apple pie,” said T&G Global executive general manager, pip fruit, Darren Drury. “We’re equally delighted JAZZ™ made it to the semi-finals and that our Pacific Rose™ also made it through the earlier competition rounds.” T&G Global, who now owns the trademark for Envy™, first planted it in New Zealand a decade ago. Soon after, T&G planted Envy™ in the USA and the company now expects to harvest more than two million cartons in the USA by 2020 alone. n returns. As of December, Coles accounted for approximately 60 percent of the Group’s capital employed and 34 percent of Group divisional earnings. “We believe Coles has developed strong investment fundamentals and is of a scale where it should be operated and owned separately,” said Westfarmers managing director Rob Scott. “It is now a mature and cash generative business, which is expected to have a strong balance sheet and dividend paying capacity. Coles will be well positioned to continue to deliver long-term earnings growth, with an earnings profile that is expected to be resilient through economic cycles.” n

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HIGH-TECH BEST BEFORE Researchers from Canada’s McMaster University believe they have come up with a superior high-tech update to the best-before label on food. The transparent patch is capable of actually sensing contamination in food. It is printed using harmless molecules, and the smart label could be integrated directly into the food packaging and would monitor for pathogens including E. coli and salmonella. “We developed a method to modify the surface of plastic packing material so that it becomes fluorescent when specific bacteria in the food comes in contact with that surface,” said Tohid Didar, a researcher on the project. “The ink is essentially made of DNA, which has a sequence that provides it with the ability to recognise and signal the presence of a specific bacteria. The current application centres on packaged meat, but we can see the same ink being printed in containers containing liquids such as milk.” n

A controversial technology that uses biological tools could save the world’s food supply from climate change. Without these, foods like chocolate could be at risk of being wiped out in as little as 40 years. The threat is more severe in the developing world where a few key crops currently prevent mass starvation. Stefan Jansson is a Swedish plant researcher who studies how to make crops healthier and sustainable and has started modifying kale using a powerful geneediting technology called CRISPR. The technology is currently used in the USA and consumers could CRISPR produce within five to ten years. These genetically modified foodscould be the key to solving the world’s food

TELLING OUR SUSTAINABILITY STORY

2017 was a standout year in terms of sustainability at Foodstuffs with the business breaking new ground in electric vehicles, packaging, increasing food donation to local communities and leading the way in plastic reduction. From the 1st July 2017, Foodstuffs was the first supermarket company in New Zealand to be 100% microbead free. Mike Sammons Sustainability Manager, Foodstuffs NZ

The decision followed international research that revealed microbead contamination of the marine environment. The move generated significant media coverage and was supported enthusiastically by consumers. Foodstuffs announced in September of 2017 that following an extensive review of its egg sourcing and animal welfare policies that the business would be 100% cage free within 10 years. With immediate effect, Foodstuffs increased customer communications around barn raised and free range eggs, reduced the range of caged eggs on offer, and undertook a programme to transition of the business to cage free over the next few years. Food donation is an expanding programme and in 2017 we developed relationships with new food rescue

crisis and growing populations. The world’s population is rapidly increasing so much that farmers will need to grow up to 70 percent more food on the same amount of land to feed everyone. Alongside this, weather patterns are changing and animals are having to adapt. CRISPR allows crops, cows and pigs to be healthier, better equipped to handle weather conditions and more resistant to pests and disease. n

AUTO-PILOT TROLLEY The future of food retail can now be found in China in JD.com’s technologically advanced supermarket 7Fresh. Its first store recently opened in Beijing. The 4,000sqm store gets 75 percent of its turnover from fresh food. 7Fresh also uses big data analytics to match its product range to the consumers’ needs using advanced technology that provides a personal store experience. Magic mirrors display

partners and extended the range of items donated, with a focus on fresh healthy foods. Food equivalent to 3.95 million meals was gifted by New World and PAK’nSAVE stores to food rescue organisations. Stores continue to join the Waste Minimisation Programme, with 123 sites on board at the end of 2017. Average recycling rates have increased to 84%, and many now divert over 90% of waste away from landfill to other uses, including food donation, recycling and composting. In 2017 the Soft Plastics Recycling scheme went from strength to strength with more support than ever from Foodstuffs. Foodstuffs stores account for the top 10 stores collecting soft plastics. A staggering 12 tonnes a week of packaging are now being picked up and reprocessed into outdoor furniture, decking and street furniture. Foodstuffs will have 50 electric vehicle fast charging stations in store carparks by the end of 2018 to enable customers to charge while they shop. In addition to this we have introduced 28 electric vans to stores around the country to help our stores reduce their emissions in their everyday operations.All new store construction and major refurbishments over the last four years have had natural refrigeration systems installed. These new systems use CO2 rather than synthetic gases, reducing refrigeration related Green House Gas emissions by 99%.

where a product can be located and the nutritional value it contains. The store looks to install smart shopping trolleys that will guide the customer through the store autonomously, allowing them to shop hands-free and without having to focus on their purchases. A mobile app and digital payment technology will take care of the checkout too. One of JD.com’s major shareholders is American grocery giant Walmart. n

Our stores continue to track down in terms of energy consumption thanks to improved design and more efficient components such as lids and doors on freezers, LED lighting and heat recovery on refrigeration. Many stores now have live energy monitoring and reporting, helping maintain good practice and identify opportunities for further savings.And, then there’s the move to exit single-use plastic bags. In October 2017 New World launched BagVote; a campaign inviting customers to share their thoughts around a possible levy on singleuse plastic bags. The overwhelming majority voted ‘Yes, charge me for bags’ but we missed a key question; should we move to no single-use plastic bags at all? We received significant customer feedback that they wanted this option. In response, New World has made a commitment to exit single-use plastic bags by the end of 2018. In preparation for this change we’re giving away two million long-life reusable shopping bags to customers through various retail initiatives. To further support New Zealanders with the transition, New World is principle sponsor of the “Bags Not” movement, designed to provide helpful hints and tips to remember your reusable shopping bag and encourage shoppers to say “Bags Not” when offered a single-use plastic bag.There’s more to come in this exciting and challenging space. n April 2018

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BEHIND THE CHOCOLATE SUCCESS Being raised in Dunedin, the presence of the Cadbury factory looming large not far away down the hill made sure chocolate played a big part in my youth. Katherine Rich

Chief Executive NZ Food & Grocery Council

Cadbury World was the Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory of my schooldays, and I visited it many times with school over the years, as I’m sure did every kid in Dunedin over the years. I recall our class getting into trouble on one visit for sewing extra pockets into our blazers to fill with chocolate! Sadly, the last of those products, Pascall’s Pineapple Lumps, rolled off the production line in March, despite efforts by owners Mondelez to find someone to continue making the full range of Kiwi products on the site. Thankfully, like the chocolate bars before them, the iconic sweets will remain on supermarket shelves, they’ll just be made in Australia. It’s ironic that the main reason for the closure is why we have a strong and growing chocolatemaking industry in New Zealand. It was because 70% of the factory’s production was exported, mostly to Australia, that they decided to consolidate production there, and it’s that very market that’s behind the success of our industry. Chocolate occupies an important place on our supermarket shelves, with around 37 local brands for supermarket buyers to choose from. That’s not counting imports. The New Zealand brands range from those made by Whittaker’s, with its 100plus staff, to artisan chocolates crafted by two-person operations, and there seem to be more of these each year.

Ever since Cadbury’s predecessors, Griffins and Hudson, started producing chocolate products (along with other confectionery and biscuits) in the 1860s, and Whittaker’s was founded as our first chocolate-only maker in 1899, the industry has been growing slowly. That was until recently. Of our 37 brands, 22 have started up since 2010. Many of them have realised that to be successful they need to offer something different, and they reflect that. Our shelves now stock a most interesting range of flavours – from the likes of Kiwifruit, Mangawhai Sea Salt, Cayenne & Cinnamon, Manuka Honeycomb, and Beekeeper, to Horopito & Kawakawa, Nelson Pear & Manuka Honey, and Hibiscus Flower & Macadamia Nut, to name but a few. There’s even one called Sheep Droppings. A report last month on the industry showed what great potential there is for companies to take their products beyond our shelves and onto the world market. ‘Investment Opportunities in the NZ Chocolate Industry’, written by FGC member Coriolis, says consumer-ready chocolate exports were worth $81 million in 2016. Of that, mixed/bagged (eg Clusters, Scorched Almonds) accounted for $39 million, bars and blocks $22 million, and products containing other fillings (eg nuts, honeycomb) $21 million.

That’s a decent chunk of export income. Like it was for Cadbury, Australia is by far the biggest market. In 2016 we sent 82% of our exports there, worth $67 million. We also sent $11 million worth to East Asia and South East Asia (includes China, Japan, Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines), and they’re areas that the report identifies as having a lot of room to grow. It suggests companies can be successful there by using our reputation as a country that produces premium food. Then there’s the UK and Europe, and though some of the world’s best chocolate comes from there, they still import a lot, which means there’s opportunity in that big market. The report says if our chocolate makers can achieve there what our wine and honey industries did then it could get a significant share of the market – as long as they offer unique products. By that it means unique New Zealand flavours. Just a 2% market share in the UK would mean $35 million in export sales. A 5% share would mean $87 million. That’s almost doubling the industry’s current total exports. There’s a lot of work ahead to achieve that, but if any industry can do it then this one can. It’s just a matter of convincing overseas buyers that treats with names such as Sheep Droppings are actually not too bad. n

entire life. From playing your favourite song as your morning alarm, reminding you of your days scheduled meetings through to helping you cook dinner with recipe inspiration and instructions. You’ll also be able to sort out the daily shopping list and order the food you require directly from the supermarket without you even having to touch the keyboard. You only have to look at the power of the smartphone and a cashless society that is already a reality in China to know that technology is impacting retailers faster than Amazon is within our own market. Alibaba is expanding Hema, their latest chain of cashless supermarkets in China. Shoppers use their phones to pay for their food much like Amazon Go but the big difference is that Hema is a supermarket that concentrates on the freshest produce but it also has a chef and a restaurant on site.

Customers can make a purchase in store and have it sent to their home within 30 minutes of purchase, either fresh or cooked and ready to eat. Alternatively, they can shop and choose their own produce which is then cooked and eaten at the supermarket in the restaurant within the store. Or, whilst enjoying their dinner in the supermarket, a personal shopper can be packing and collecting the rest of their shopping in reusable bags and have it waiting at their door at home before they even finish their dinner. For now, we remain focused on giving our customers the best shopping experience. This means continuing to respond to their changing needs, whether that is via an online experience or within a physical store. Both are equally important and their experience of both should be positive and seamless. n

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More than 22 years ago, our team had the incredible foresight to know how important online shopping would be in the future. Developed in the days before web browsers, floppy disks, and dial-up internet, our first days of online shopping were considerably more humble than the service we offer today. Today’s customer is empowered, armed with technology smartphone they are taking control of their shopping experience. And they’re ready to Google search anything either from your store or that of your competitor. Consumers today are also inundated with choice, information and the ability to get what they want, when they want it - whether it is from here or overseas. Retailers today need to move away from traditional retailing and start embracing technology to become true digital retailers of the future. The next five years in retail will be more affected by technology than has been the case over the last 50 years. Voice technology is already disrupting the industry and will continue to change the way we shop in the very near future. Amazon Echo is already on the market in New Zealand and the reality is a home computer, similar to Siri on your phone, could soon be running your OWNED

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SOMETHING TO CROW ABOUT Wake up with Something to Crow About! Something to Crow About produce a range of great tasting and healthy premium mueslis including their latest offering Australasia’s first Probiotic Muesli. The popular probiotic mueslis are boosted with a vegan strain of probiotic (good bacteria) to support gut health and wellness and comes in two scrumptious flavours. The range of five muesli flavours heroes both gluten-free blends, paleo cereals and traditional homestyle mueslis. The range of five favours includes; Supreme Trio of Nuts & Berries (with probiotic), Almond Maple

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PETE’S NATURAL Pete’s Natural is passionate about making lemonades the traditional way. They fill a niche market as New Zealand’s only company using freshly squeezed fruit from New Zealand growers, instead of concentrates from overseas. They embrace the ‘fair trade at home’ market which means when customers are drinking Pete’s Natural Lemonades, they’re supporting other New Zealand businesses too. Traditionally brewed, the old-fashioned lemonade is lightly fermented and contains hops. Pete and Marleen’s passion has

from The Block NZ. The lemonades are a healthy, nutritious, and delicious alternative to traditional sodas. They are gluten-free, vegetarian and veganfriendly, with about 50 percent less sugar than most other sparkling beverages. meant they have taken their company from strength to strength – growing the brand to nine flavours since 2009. The entire range includes Kola, Lemon Chilli, Lemonade, Ginger Beer, Feijoa, Orange Berry, Currant Crush, Lime-o-nade and most recently, Raspberry Kola in collaboration with Ling & Zing

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ZEFFER Zeffer is proud to be New Zealand’s leading cider brand and largest independent dedicated cider producer. Making premium craft cider with an Antipodean twist – they’ve collected a few awards along the way to vouch for their excellence. Their Champion Cider win at the International Cider Awards in London last year propelled them to global cider fame, but the cidery has in fact received more 60 awards since they started crafting cider in Matakana in 2009. What sets Zeffer apart is their commitment to producing

all-natural ciders from freshly crushed apples and no added cane sugar (except for a minimal amount in their famous Apple Crumble). As a result, their ciders are drier in style, not overly sweet and feature interesting New Zealand ingredients like kawakawa, hops and cinnamon. The range is available in cans, 500ml bottles and 330ml 4packs and is available through Quench Collective.

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WAIHEKE HERBS Today, more customers are choosing fresh, local and nutritious products, particularly raw, paleo, vegan, nut or gluten free. Waiheke Island Herb Spread ticks all these boxes. Last year it won a Cuisine Artisan award, and recently a Silver Medal in the Outstanding Food Producers Awards. Handcrafted on Waiheke Island, the recipe for the spread was developed by home herbalist and foodie Wendy Kendall in 2005, as a healthy condiment for her family. Enthusiastic customers at the local market and then at farmers markets in Auckland convinced her to continue

marketing her product into organic stores. As an alternative to regular pesto’s, Waiheke Herb Spread contains a unique blend of fresh traditional and wild herbs in olive oil and is available in both regular and garlic free varieties.

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In early 2017 China announced its ‘National Sword’ programme, its import ban on mixed paper and various grades of postconsumer plastics.Not only has this impacted on the importation of many recycled materials, it has also reduced the re-sell prices for cardboard and plastics.

BELOW ARE 5 WAYS YOU CAN STILL BENEFIT WHEN BALING CARDBOARD, PLASTIC AND GENERAL WASTE ON-SITE.

1. When you compact waste, you reduce the number of pick-ups and charges associated with transport and reprocessing. This is the single biggest factor for saving your business money. In addition, fewer pick-ups, reduced loss of heating/cooling through frequent opening of outside doors will also leads to indirect savings. Naturally, reduced collections also equates to less carbon emissions. 2. Baled cardboard and plastic sells for a premium. By reducing transport and avoiding re-processing costs, baled cardboard and plastic will always be sold at a premium compared to loose waste collected in skips and cages. 3. Careful segregation of waste at source can significantly increase its value. This difference in value between a low and high grade plastic is significant, placing a general waste bag stand next to near the baler for labels and strapping can add $,000’s per year to rebates. 4. A cardboard / plastic baler limits the amount of

time your employees and suppliers have to handle waste. When you reduce the amount of time your team is handling waste, that translates to higher productivity in the workplace. The fewer times cardboard and plastic is handled and transported the higher the value. 5. Subject to volumes, Orwak Waste balers are available free of charge. Easi Recycling NZ offer a unique ‘Revenue Share’ solution, Orwak balers for both cardboard and plastic can be hired free of charge, revenue is then shared between the supplier and customer.

If you can’t measure it you can’t improve it! Easi Recycling NZ also offer free advice and training to ensure you are maximising the value of recyclable materials. Our unique ‘Orwak Connect’ allows you to remotely monitor bale count and weights, combined with tracking market rates, you will always be receiving the best value for baled materials at minimum cost. For more information contact Orwak on 0800 342 3177 or visit www.orwak.co.nz. n

NEW ECO-FRIENDLY PACKAGING One of Australia’s leaders in fresh produce, Hydro Produce, is the first conventional grower and packer in the country to launch new packaging which will see a move away from plastic trays to an environmentally friendly sugar cane pulp tray, saving 167,000 kilos of plastic waste from landfill and oceans. Choosing containers made from bagasse (sugar cane pulp), requires less energy and water than producing plastic. This package migration means Hydro Produce is replacing PET plastic containers and in the process eliminating CO2 emissions by 60 tonnes. This form of packaging is not only recyclable but can be composted as well. “This is a costly business leap and we’ll pay more for packaging

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equipmentfeature than ever before,” said Hydro Produce owner and managing director John Cordina. “But rest assured, customers won’t be impacted by these costs.” “We believe in what we are doing and see it as an opportunity to push the boundaries and innovate in an industry where packaging is hugely important for so many reasons – protection of produce, ensuring shelf life, offering the best possible eating experience and limiting food waste.” Seeing this move as only just the beginning of its transition to 100 percent sustainable packaging, Hydro Produce is working closely with packaging suppliers to innovate and provide options for components on currently unavoidable plastic such as corn starch plastics and wraps which are 100 percent bio-degradable, lined paper sleeves for leafy produce plus other food grade fibres made from 100 percent recycled materials. “There is so much more work to be done in the space of packaging,” said Cordina. “There is a real opportunity to develop some great options in the next few years and we are certainly working through every piece of our packaging. It’s our mission and our responsibility to find a balance between function and impact.” Cordina accepts the fact that the business may be challenged by supply chain issues such as moisture impacting the sugar cane material and therefore appearance at shelf, however so strong is his belief in this move, he hopes shoppers get on board with their support. “At the end of the day, this first step of using 100 percent recyclable, compostable, plant based tray replacements is a critical move in redirecting the human economy towards a better balance with the earth’s natural ecosystems.” Hydro Produce new packaging will move into stores from May 2018. n

MEIKO & ROLLEX TEAM UP The team at Rollex Group are excited to add another key German brand to its already fantastic stable of quality European food processing equipment, with the addition of MEIKO premium washware and dishwashing. New to the New Zealand market MEIKO has 90 years’ experience in professional warewashing technology and innovation. Rollex Group national sales manager Don Creighton is always on the lookout for exceptional equipment to introduce into New Zealand supermarket arena. “Meiko dishwashers certainly fits this brief,” said Creighton. “Their innovation and technology is world leading.” Ideal for a supermarket environment, the MEIKO range includes both undercounter and pass through machines. The machines are very quiet and include double-walled thermal insulation as standard to keep the heat in and minimise energy use. Robust technology and top quality materials to ensure outstanding cleaning results with less prewashing. A perfect choice for your wash-up area the UPster U undercounter dishwashing machine provides efficient wash performance, is easy to use, highly flexible and exceptional value for money. The machine features an intuitive digital display, high-quality materials and an economical 11 litre wash tank. Or boost your wash power with the UPster H 500 stateof-the-art hood-type dishwashing machine. No clouds of steam when you open the machine, plus convenient automatic start-up. A great choice for tall washware such as large plates, serving dishes and trays. Exciting innovation teamed with exceptional service ensures a winning partnership. Rollex Group prides itself on offering premium, quality products and the best service nationwide. For more information contact Amanda Laurie on 04 499 9483. n

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Two New Zealand companies have teamed up to install state of the art technology at the Apollo plant in Whakatu, Hawke’s Bay, that will bring some of the best in fruit and dairy beverages to Kiwis across the country. The agreement between Fonterra Brands NZ and Apollo Foods, an innovative start-up company, will help both companies capitalise on the increasing global popularity

for lifestyle beverages. Apollo’s new operation includes innovative beverage filling technology which allows a range of different containers to be produced on site and filled with a

range of different products on the one production line. The technology at the plant provides market leading quality control and allows for a superior fresh taste experience over an extended shelf life. This provides opportunities for outlets to stock a greater range of products and in turn gives consumers more choice. Managing director of Fonterra Brands NZ Leon Clement said a global surge in demand for dairy and fruit beverages presents a fantastic opportunity for both companies. “As high-quality drinks play an increasingly large role in consumers’ diets around the world, New Zealand companies have a real opportunity to create value-adding initiatives across our primary industry sectors,” said Clement. “By taking an innovative partnership approach to production with Apollo Foods, we have been able to open up new opportunities for future brands – and create even more value for our farmers.” The Apollo Foods state of the art facility will have the capacity to produce millions of litres of beverages each year. It will allow Fonterra Brands New Zealand and Apollo Foods to take the lead in their respective categories and benefit from new technology to supply consumer

drinks to the growing market. “I am absolutely thrilled and privileged to work with Fonterra Brands New Zealand to bring added value beverages to the global consumer – and better still that we are producing it all right here in Hawke’s Bay,” said Ross Beaton, managing director at Apollo Foods. Hastings Mayor Sandra Hazlehurst welcomes the announcement, following a successful 18-month partnership between the Hastings District Council and Apollo Foods to bring this project to fruition. “It’s fantastic to see new leadingedge production facilities choosing Hawke’s Bay as their location. It cements our beautiful district as a leader in food production,” said Hazlehurst. Following the commissioning of the plant last month by Apollo production is underway of a new look, new formulation, “Mammoth” flavoured milk which contains 40 per cent less sugar and has a shelf life of six months. In the coming months both Fonterra Brands New Zealand and Apollo will independently release their own varieties of new beverages to the New Zealand market – something to look out for. n

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Masterfully Disguised Brew Brewed behind everyone’s backs, Double Crossed is a beer you should watch like a hawk. Concealing double lager malts and double aroma hops, it’s a masterfully disguised brew, betraying dry hopped notes. Play both sides of your palette off against each other, dispatch a Double Crossed today. Watch your back, the brewers have been up to tricks again. But this sneaky Double Crossed Double Malt is no swindle. Serving up a double helping of Gladfields Lager malt combined with Vienna malt and a double dose of NZ aroma hops for balance. A lightly dry-hopped lager with a big mouth feel. Double double. That’s four times the flavour. ABV: 8%, Format: 500ml Bottle, IBUs: 40, Malts: Gladfield Lager and Vienna Malt, Hops: Cascade, Wai-iti and Nelson Sauvin. For more information call 09 298 3000 or www.brb.co.nz

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The Way The Cookie Crumbles This combination has proved to be truly timeless. Made for big hands, the Cookie Crumble Sammie is the king of ice cream sandwiches. Featuring a layer of Streets’ famous toffee and vanilla ice cream, half dipped and crumbed, and half encased in the Cookie Crumble Biscuit Base. Available in a multipack of four and as a single ice cream.

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Swisspers has introduced two new skus to its range of facial wipes. Swisspers Cleansing Facial Wipes with Micellar & Coconut Water is the perfect duo that leaves all skin types feeling as pure as fresh coconut. These facial wipes combine micellar and coconut water to quickly remove makeup and environmental grime, while feeling light on skin. Skin will feel soft and refreshed while the coconut aroma will calm and replenish – perfect for all skin types. Also added to the range are Swisspers Cleansing Facial Wipes with Coconut Oil that gently removes even the most long-wearing makeup while also nourishing the skin – perfect for all skin types, especially dry skin. Both are available in single packs of 25 wipes. For more information contact Matt Little at James Crisp on 09 309 0802.

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Bluebird has launched its brand-new range of Gluten Free potato chips to the New Zealand market. With over 200,000 people claiming to follow a gluten-free lifestyle it is currently one of the fastest growing food trends in New Zealand. Bluebird has followed industry standards to ensure consumers can be confident that products labelled ‘gluten free’ are suitable for coeliac and other people following a gluten free diet, whilst maintaining great taste. Available in three different flavours including; Ready Salted, Chicken, and Cheese and Onion. For more information call 09 262 8800

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Tasti have launched its Smooshed Wholefood Balls in a new convenient tub format. Perfect for on-the-go, there are 18 balls in every tub. Made with only a handful of real, natural ingredients, the tubs are available in three tasty flavours including Berry, Cashew & Cacao, Peanut Butter & Caramel and Almond & Cashew. For more information contact your local James Crisp representative. Phone 09 309 0802.

A Little Luxury

Paseo have released a limited-edition designer box of UltraSoft hypo-allergenic luxury 3ply facial tissues. A little luxury, especially during the winter cold and flu season, is important – particularly when facial skin is generally drier and further stressed from the friction caused by constant rubbing or blowing when unwell. Experience these UltraSoft gentle and luxurious 3ply tissues with three thick layers of softness. They are also hypo-allergenic, ink, dye and fragrance free. For more information www.paseo.co.nz

Taste of Hungary

Freya’s new Capsicum & Black Pepper variant is inspired by the taste of Hungary culture. With the perfect mix of sweetness and spice, Freya’s Capsicum & Black Pepper loaf is made with special care by our bakers who value the time-honoured food traditions of Europe. Here for a limited time only, it’s a deliciously flavoursome loaf that is the perfect partner to your favourite dish or sandwich. Freya’s Capsicum & Black Pepper has a softness and versatility that deserves a pride of place at every family’s table, and hearts. For more information contact Goodman Fielder on 09 301 6000

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New Chocolate Experience

Cadbury has created an entirely new chocolate experience with the launch of its new Dark Milk product – a midway chocolate that combines the best of both worlds – milk and dark chocolate. A perfect blend of the richness of cocoa and the creaminess of milk chocolate the new Dark Milk is available in three varieties – Cadbury Dark Milk Original, Cadbury Dark Milk Roasted and Caramelised Hazelnuts, and Cadbury Dark Milk Crunch Salted Caramel. For more information contact Mondelez on 09 820 2600

Haagen-Dazs has launched a brand-new Mango & Raspberry flavour into the market. The newest pint-sized member of the family combines delicious mango ice cream with swirls of raspberry sauce for a sweet treat that consumers won’t want to share. Also, joining the pint line-up is Caramel Biscuit & Cream and Cookies & Cream which were previously only available in mini cups. These new flavours are in addition to Haagen-Dazs’ other four indulgent pint flavours that arrived in NZ late last year – Strawberries & Cream, Salted Caramel, Macadamia Nut Brittle, and Belgian Chocolate. For more information contact General Mills on 09 272 9720

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Dairy And Innovation

Anchor cheese is back and this time there’s a guaranteed lactose-free option. For years, milk, butter and yoghurt have all been part of Fonterra’s Anchor range and now cheese is coming into the fold. Fonterra Brands NZ director of marketing,

Clare Morgan said the addition of cheese to Fonterra’s Anchor family continues Anchor’s tradition of a love of dairy and innovation. As well as the traditional Tasty, Colby and Edam, there are two new additions – Protein + and Zero Lacto. www.anchor.co.nz

One of New Zealand’s top ciders just got better with the launch of Somersby Pear – a fresh and crisp cider made from delicious pear juice. The long-awaited flavour has been in high demand, and joins Somersby’s hugely popular Apple and Blackberry ciders on shelf. For more information contact Independent Liquor on 09 298 3000.

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Truly Unique Family owned and operated Macy and Tailor has added to its unique Pressed Pretzels range with a new Honey Mustard flavour. The extension follows the success of the Salt and Pizza varieties that were introduced in 2017. Macy and Tailor products are a shelf stand-out in the category with consumers associating its range with premium quality and deliciousness. Consumers will relish the taste of real, honest snacks. For more information contact, hello@ macyandtailor.com or AFM Group on 0800 100 307.

Simply Magic

The magic trio of free-range chicken, Meadow Portabello mushrooms and free farmed Manuka smoked bacon is being celebrated in the newest offering from gourmet pie makers I Love Food Co. “This is a classic and delicious pie filling that we are so excited to add to our range of gourmet pies,” said co-founder Maree Glading. “We love to work with like-minded innovative New Zealand food companies, so we turned to Canterbury-based Meadow Mushrooms to supply the mushrooms for our latest pie offering.” I Love Pies products do not contain any MSG, palm oil, preservatives or artificial flavour and colours. The Free-Range Chicken, Mushroom and Bacon pie is made with the I Love Pies sour cream pastry, and is available in an individual 210g serving. Contact on 0800 743 748 or email hello@ilovefoodco.com.

Perfect Blend

Hansells Chef ’s Kitchen Roasting blend is made with premium beef marrow oil, derived from New Zealand grassfed beef bones and then blended with rice bran oil to create a cooking fat that gives authentic flavour. Great for roasting vegetables (especially potatoes), enhancing steak, finishing soups and stews. For more information contact Hansells on 09 579 7199 or visit www.hansells.com.

Nitro-Widget Tech

Nitro cold brew coffee on tap is the latest coffee shop trend and is now available in a ‘grab and go’ can. Available in black, latte and mocha these cold brew coffees are all natural, dairy free, vegan, with no added sugar and are shelf stable. Minot Figures uses nitro-widget technology, which floods the coffee with tiny nitrogen bubbles, creating a draught-style cascade that settles into a frothy head. The result is the most silky-smooth cold brew coffee on the market. Minor Figures is sold in the world’s leading retailers and coffee shops and now in New Zealand. For more information contact 0800 674 264, www.naturalthings.co.nz or sales@naturalthings.co.nz.

Grounds For Success

Karajoz Coffee Company, led by Derek Townsend, the inventor of the classic flat white, carry its burning passion for coffee through to a heartfelt social responsibility. This iconic New Zealand coffee brand, has been a household name for over 35 years. They are 100 percent New Zealand owned and operated, and their focus has never changed - to bring cafe quality coffee into kiwi homes. The philosophy is simple – ‘it should be delicious’. And so, it was, and has been since 1982. Karajoz is proud to be taking action for vital change, with a new composting and biodegradable packaging initiative running through cafes. The brand is sparking a change in the coffee industry, and this will flow into its retail packaging with the first step being the rebrand into the modern, simple design you see here. Karajoz are a business with social conscience, so however you have your coffee, enjoy it with them knowing you’re making a real difference. For more information contact Karajoz coffee on 09 379 8090.

Bridging The Hunger Gap

Bonnie Goods has launched a new Bonnie Oat Biscuit. A nutritious and delicious snack to bridge the hunger gap. The new offering takes on the healthy snacks category and creates a new alternative to the bliss ball or protein bar. With 50 percent-less sugar than your average sweet biscuit, Bonnie Goods has made it as healthy as they can without compromising on taste. Available in three flavours – Dark Chocolate & Hazelnut, Dutch Spiced and lastly they have teamed up with Fix and Fogg to create their own version of the classic NZ Peanut Brownie biscuit. For more information email morgan@bonniegoods.co.nz or 027 812 5328.

Embracing Plant-Based

The Chia Co. boast a variety of chia based products that embrace the power of plant-based nutrition in an approachable and simple way. Natural, ethical and sustainable, The Chia Co. consistently delivers a positive contribution to global health through

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high quality chia that can easily be incorporated into any meal adding nothing but nutrition. Seeds, salad boosters and chia oil now available. For more information contact Jessie Peters on 0800 674 264 or email Jessie@naturalthings.co.nz.

Pure Passion

pure delish is proud to announce the arrival of its latest bite – passion & coconut. A mouth-watering combination of natural ingredients with the tang of real passionfruit. Made from 66 percent nuts and free from grains, gluten and dairy, pure delish are confident the new bite with be a favourite with consumers. Available in a convenient resealable bag it’s the perfect little on-the-go snack. At pure delish, the team prides itself on its innovative and real products that are jam-packed with the very best ingredients and that food simply tastes better when made by people not machines. For more information please contact Mike Douglas on 09 574 5701 or email mike@ puredelish.co.nz.

Cow To Cone

Nelson company, Appleby Farms has launched onto the premium ice-cream scene with an emphasis on its cow-to-cone philosophy. Appleby Farms has taken the whole ice-cream process and turned it into a labour of love. No fake tastes and textures, just hand-crafted ice creams that satisfy sensory cravings. With wonderful ice cream, comes wonderful milk – enter the Appleby cows. Appleby Farms use the milk from its herd of A2 cows in Nelson. It heads straight from the milking shed into its new creamery 15-minutes down the road. The ingredients that are used are sourced from local growers and partners, and a portion of the profit is reinvested in sustainable farming practices and environmental projects in the region. The new range includes Bedford Vanilla Bean – Vanilla Ice Cream, Brown Eyed Girl – Chocolate Brownie Ice Cream, Doubleshot Ipanema – Coffee Ice Cream and Bad Boys & Berries – Boysenberry Ice Cream. For more information contact Andrew Gray on rew@applebyfarms.co.nz or call 027 348 3738.

Getting Crafty

Crafters Union has a desire to create something a little unique. The team are passionate about making the wines consumers drink even more memorable than the way they look. They use creative minds, hardworking hands and innovative license to build uncommon wines. Its latest innovation offers the same quality wine from our 750ml range in a convenient 250ml can, making it easier to enjoy the wines anywhere, anytime – outdoors, picnics, on-themove, no glass – no problem! New Crafter’s Union Wine cans are packaged using patented Vinsafe wine technology, ensuring premium quality, product integrity and longevity. The range includes 2017 Hawke’s Bay Rose, 2017 Hawke’s Bay Pinot Gris and 2017 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.

First Almond Yoghurt

Good Boost Co is set to launch New Zealand’s first almond Greek style yoghurt – a dairy-free plant-based alternative to regular yoghurt. The thick, creamy Greek-style yoghurt is made by creating almond milk out lots of real almonds and then applying traditional yoghurt making methods. “We are passionate about making natural, plant-based foods that are wholesome, nutritious, and kinder to the environment than traditional animal-based products,” said Julia Blackford, food scientist, chef and Good Boost co-director. “Almonds are high in fibre, protein, vitamin E and manganese. They are also full of ‘good fats’ and low in saturated fat (‘bad fat’), making them an ideal base for a plant-based yoghurt. Our yoghurts are batch made and slow fermented with our specially sourced, vegan probiotic yoghurt cultures, which means they’re also great for gut health.” The product is vegan-friendly, probiotic and contains no dairy, gluten, artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. The range includes Original, Mango & Passionfruit and Raspberry & Boysenberry. For more information contact www.goodboostco.co.nz or email christie@goodboostco.co.nz

Sea Treasure

Sea Treasure Seafoods is a NZ owned and operated seafood company founded in 2016, driven by passion for the industry. Its offering includes premium imported and locally sourced products, but is always looking to bring new and innovative products to the New Zealand market, with quality partners whom it has developed long-term relationships with to ensure that Sea Treasure Seafoods supply superior products every time. For more information call 07 959 7191.

Eco-Friendly Alternative

Grin Natural, the Kiwi business dedicated to making our pearly whites brighter the natural way, has unveiled its latest innovation – a range of 100 percent biodegradable corn starch toothbrushes. Following on from the 2017 launch of its popular Charcoal-infused Bamboo toothbrush, the Kiwi health and wellbeing company’s latest releases may be a little less earthy-looking than their bamboo counterparts, but ar just as ‘green’. Beautifully designed and available in a colour palette that includes ivory, navy and mint, the new corn-starch brushes are an eco-friendly alternative to the not-so-fantastic plastic toothbrush. The brush handle is made from sustainable non-GMO corn starch and will biodegrade in a home or commercial compost. The bristles are infused with a premium activated charcoal. The packaging is made of PLA a biodegradable plant-based plastic made from corn starch and the card backing is biodegradable too. For more information or to order contact Paul Stokes – paul.stokes@grinnatural.co.nz. April 2018

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Our customers are our priority and knowing I am a pivotal part of helping to make Kiwi lives a little bit better every day is really important. It’s essential I can have something to cater for all Kiwis, from customers on a budget to those who want inspiration or to treat themselves.

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As a child growing up on a dairy farm in the Wairarapa, Nicole Schaef ’s career dreams ranged from bus driver to hotel owner to real estate agent. Business was always in her blood. “My most memorable game was when I subdivided up my parents’ section and wrote a blurb about each section and tried to sell the land back to dad,” she said. “I also had a roadworks business where I would stop my mum and dad on the driveway and ask for payment before they could leave.” Schaef attended St Matthew’s Collegiate College before completing a Bachelor of Business Studies in marketing and management. Top results helped her secure a spot on the Countdown graduate programme in February 2016. “Coming into Countdown I had no idea of the roles that existed, and I had no idea what I wanted to do,” she said. “After being

exposed to the different areas of the business, I learnt very quickly that I had a passion for category management.” Her childhood experience growing up on farms led her to the Meat and Seafood team, where she embraced the chance to be a part of and influence one of New Zealand’s largest industries. “It is really rewarding to see the hard work that goes on behind the scenes to get the meat products on the shelf,” she explained. “Our customers are our priority and knowing I am a pivotal part of helping to make Kiwi lives a little bit better every day is really important. It’s essential I can have something to cater for all Kiwis, from customers on a budget to those who want inspiration or to treat themselves.” Schaef admitted that most people would see her age and gender as her biggest challenge but is adamant that this is not the case. “For me, this has

AWAY-FROM-HOME EATING SURGES Grocerants are in the sweet spot of a national spending trend toward “away-from-home” eating. Phil Lempert

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Americans spent $800 billion on away-from-home eating in 2016, up 94 percent since 2003. By contrast, people spent $793 billion on at-home eating in 2016, up a slower 59 percent since 2003. Away-from-home eating commanded a majority 50.2 percent of the total U.S. spend on food and beverage in 2016, reported the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service. A bona fide growth sector, grocerants could be a tonic for supermarkets as they capture more share of the away-from-home food and beverage spend. They’ve become

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retailers’ strategic choice to meet new diner demands, enhance reputations for innovation, comfort and health, and blur the lines between restaurant and grocer. “We are seeing the rise of crossover and new-format competitors: the convenience store, the online restaurant delivery aggregator, the juice bar, and so on,” said Nielsen in its Merging Tables & Aisles: Understanding Shifts in U.S. Total Food and Beverage Demand white paper. Channel parameters matter less and data-led insights on consumer demand matter more. Grocerants can target using these four data-driven consumer segments from Nielsen, which describe how consumers buy and consume across the food and beverage landscape: Traditionalist food shoppers, $310 monthly average food-spend. Older with no kids in the household, they spend two-thirds of their total food dollars at grocery, mass and club stores. They value convenience, then taste and speedy experiences. At 37 percent of shoppers, but only 28 percent of food-spend, they represent the core legacy food channel shopper. They’re not drivers due to age and minimal income growth. Restaurant occasion lovers, $405 monthly average food-

never been a challenge,” she said. “I’ve had equal opportunity from day one, and that is evident in my career progression.” However, the strong women in her life have inspired her throughout her education and career. “Each one proves that I can do anything I set my mind to and it’s nice having such a strong network of women around me.” In her spare time, Schaef plays hockey for the Auckland University Premier Women’s team, enjoys running and going to the gym and watching the cricket during summer. She has travelled to Australia, Singapore, America and France, but her favourite place is back home in the Wairarapa. “I’m back on the farm with my family, with the peaceful landscape and lifestyle and, of course, with mum’s roast.” n

spend. Younger, more ethnically diverse, and with kids who are likely teens, 57 percent live in suburbia and spend one-third of their food dollars at restaurants. Likely to eat restaurant meals in restaurants, they represent 31 percent of shoppers and food spend, and value taste, then convenience and value. Digital adopters, $705 monthly average food-spend. “Most likely to be younger urban parents, highly educated with high incomes, they’re on the cutting edge of emerging food channels, spending 25 percent of their food dollars with pure-play online retailers, digital order and delivery and meal kit providers,” said Nielsen. “They’re the most open to eating away from home.” They represent 9 percent of shoppers and 17 percent of reported food-spend, and value taste, then value and ability to order online. They’re the most digitally skewed. Multi-channel adapters, $415 monthly average food-spend. They spread their F&B spend across different channels the most, and are likelier to use each channel for its primary purpose, such as grocery stores for at-home consumption and restaurants to eat out. These 23 percent of shoppers who control 24 percent of reported food-spend use different channels for different eating occasions and benefits – such as convenience and speed from c-stores, and good taste from casual eateries. n

conveniencefeature TASTY MEAL SOLUTIONS

Farrah’s offers a fresh and modern approach to Mexican, with a range of meal kits that are proudly New Zealand made, contain no artificial colours or flavours and are ready in under 30 minutes. “We know consumers want convenient, good tasting meal solutions that the whole family will enjoy, which is why our meal kits are mild, with tasty sauces and spices that actually show off the natural pieces and real ingredients – no powdery sachets around here!” said Farrah Rundberg, founding partner and co-owner. Farrah’s have shaken up the Mexican category in New Zealand since launching its standout range of Mexican meal Kits, Spice Mixes and

Tortillas in September 2017. While the Mexican food category has remained relatively flat at 4.1 percent value growth, Farrah’s are growing at 166 percent and have added an incremental $1.3M to the category (IRI scan data, Total Supermarkets, MAT ending 25/03/18). “Meal kits are growing at a rapid rate outside of grocery and we believe there is potential to reinvigorate grocery sales of ambient meal kit offerings through launching good quality products that really resonate with consumers under the Farrah’s brand,” said Jana Macky, national marketing manager.

Farrah’s latest launch hits shelves on 30 April 2018 and consists of a Fajita Meal Kit, a Crispy Chicken Meal kit and a Crispy Chicken Spice Mix. All line priced with the existing ranges they are packed with delicious flavours and contain authentic flame baked flour tortillas that won’t crack or split when rolled. The launch is being supported by a targeted media campaign, reaching out to shoppers and reinforcing that good tasting, convenient meal solutions are available in supermarkets. For more information contact your Twin Agencies representative. n

INNOVATIVE KUMARA PRODUCTS Nutritious Foods Ltd has added another two innovative kumara products, pre-cooked Kumara Fries and Kumara Wedges, to its Sunny Hill brand. The new products are being released into the freezers retail stores, filling the current market gap. Both Fries and Wedges are made of freshest kumara, lightly battered, par-fried in sunflower oil, packed as standard 680g unit size, and comes in a 12 Kg (14 units) carton. The Fries are straight cut with skin on, long and beautifully golden when cooked, and naturally sweet. The Wedges are developed as a

completely new product concept. Every wedge is perfectly crafted by hand and, when cooked till golden brown, the crunchy skin and steaming sweet inside makes it a real treat for anyone who likes kumara. Whether for a family meal or hosting a party, Sunny Hill Kumara Fries and Wedges support today’s consumers’ life style, and their desire for convenience and nutritional value. As winter season is settling and day time getting shorter, the release of these new products is at perfect timing. After a busy day, when

family members around dinner table are waiting, there is nothing more satisfying than being served quickly with a delicious hot meal of kumara fries and wedges. NFL offers a range of premium kumara products. Apart from kumara fries and wedges, they also supply other kumara products, like wholemeal kumara white powder and purple powder, instant kumara mash, and kumara snack ships of popular flavour varieties. For more information, contact enquiry@ nutritiousfoods.co.nz or phone 09304 0253. n

FRESH NEW PACK DESIGN Fresh meal brand Pitango is rolling out a bold new packaging design aimed at showcasing the fresh, natural ingredients used to create each meal, and increase consumer attention through better shelf visibility. “Our top priority with this new design was to reflect and reinforce our core brand proposition of ‘Food as Nature Intended’,” said Mary Boulton, general manager at Pitango. “It was important to develop a

design that communicates the essence of our brand and let our customers see for themselves what makes Pitango so special. Our meals are freshly prepared and we are proud of that, hence the new bowl shaped viewing window on the pouch.” The NZ company will be introducing its new packaging design in-stores nationally from mid-April across its soups and risotto ranges. Pitango is confident the refreshed

design showcases the natural goodness found in every pack. “We are famous for our authentic home style cooking methods and flavours, and we don’t want to hide that.” Pitango has retained its iconic colourful stripes while enhancing vibrancy, yet with a rustic edge to symbolise the delicious flavours, fresh ingredients and home cooking styles used to create Pitango dishes. The introduction of food imagery

showcases the quality and variety of natural produce. Variants in the range are differentiated through a clear colour palate with images of the ingredients used in each recipe. “We are very proud of how Pitango dishes are prepared. We only use the freshest, locally sourced ingredients that are peeled, prepared and cooked in small batches to maintain the natural flavours. We want everyone to be able to see the large pieces of fresh vegetables, or meat used to create our meals so they know they are buying something of real value. For more information contact Mike Harrison on 09 260 4110. ” n April 2018

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HEALTHY, CONVENIENT FOOD-TO-GO Fresh To Go is a Kiwi success story serving freshly made salads and healthy snacks to thriving food retailers nationwide. Healthy, delicious and nutritious – the Fresh To Go brand keeps customers coming back for more. What makes its products so special is the brand’s commitment to fresh. The products only contain the best quality ingredients, and are prepared six days a week by the team in Penrose, Auckland. A lot of its products are cold pasteurised (high pressure processed) so that freshness is naturally preserved without additives or preservatives. All the flavour and nutrients are retained but there is up to 21 days’ shelf life when kept refrigerated in the packaging, eliminating expensive waste. All of the products in the range are convenience focussed. From its bulk supply salads that are ready to go, just place them into a serving bowl to

its delicious new grab and go salads that are perfect for consumers on the run. Fresh salads are a staple but with Fresh To Go ready-made salads you are guaranteed quality produce, far less preparation time and radically reduced wastage. Convenience continues to sing through its breakfast, healthy snack and cut fruit ranges, ensuring ease for both retailer and customer. The market has shown an increased demand not only for healthy food options, but convenient products too. This led Fresh To Go to develop its delicious layered salad range that has and continues to be a huge hit! And the brand has more fresh, convenient foods to come. Fresh To Go is 100 percent fresh, convenient and delicious. To order contact Steph Anderson on 09 525 9805. n

Arm yourself with lots of napkins and prepare to get messy! Beak & Sons BBQ Pork Ribs are the perfect combination of meaty St Louis cut ribs and marinade, slow cooked so they’re tender and full of flavour – melt-in-your mouth deliciousness! Available in two flavours, from the butchery chiller: Smoky Hickory and Chinese Hoisin. Super convenient and easy to prepare – already slow cooked for convenience, they take less than ten minutes to heat on the BBQ or under the grill. Convenience is such a huge driving force in the food sector today, however, as much we like to watch people creating or posting online about their amazing meals, there is often little time to replicate these dishes at home for our families and friends. Beak & Sons slow cooked meat range was created with busy consumers in mind, who are always on the hunt for quick, convenient, inspiring meal options. Inspiration behind the new range came from increased interest in food from Southern States of America. Smoky BBQ, slow cooked flavours have

never been more popular or more in demand. Beak & Sons ribs draw on the slow cooking and ‘melt in the mouth’ textures of the American food movement and are full of flavour. The popularity of pre-cooked products that simply need to be heated is on the rise with consumers continuing to seek products that save preparation time and are easy to use. Time consuming and/ or technically completed cuts, may have once been overlooked because of the lengthy cooking time required, but consumers can now get the fantastic tenderness and flavours in a matter of minutes by simply reheating. Beak & Sons have taken all the hard work out and have taken care of the preparation, the seasoning and cooking. New Beak & Sons slow cooked pork ribs are a great option for an easy inspiring quick weeknight meal, or weekend gatherings. Perfect for sharing and feeding a crowd. Contact your local Alliance Marketing representative for further information. n

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BOOSTING SOUP CATEGORY Tasty Pot’s award-winning range of 13 gluten-free meals and soups are a perfect option for lunch or dinner. Just three minutes in the microwave for a delicious 100 percent natural healthy meal that tastes homemade or use them as an ingredient in cooking as a quick and affordable way to feed the family. From April, Tasty Pot are moving all recipes to free-range meat which will be communicated through packaging and social media. This will be fronted thrugh Tasty Pot’s new brand ambassadors, including Kane Williamson (NZ Cricket) and Damian McKenzie (NZ Rugby). The packaging is 100 percent recyclable and this will also be communicated as pots are a more sustainable alternative to pouches,

which mostly end up in landfill due to the difficulty and expense of recycling. Tasty Pot also have three new recipes available from mid-April that include; Invigorate Soup filled with green goodness with ten different types of vegetables, Recharge Soup with sweet potato, golden beetroot, goji berries, touch of crème fraiche, and Chilli Con Carne with NZ free range beef, carrot, tomato, smoked paprika (not too spicy). “These new soups will join Boost Soup which we launched last winter, under a ‘Vegetarian Goodness’ sub range,” said Andrew Vivian, co-founder of Tasty Pots. “It’s a nod to more functional based recipe descriptions, something the smoothie category has done very well, bringing a fresh new offering to the soup category.” For more information phone 09 622 1477. n

With over 60 years’ experience in the art of coffee, Vittoria Food & Beverage is widely regarded as experts in the trade. Their expertise in recent years has extended beyond their core range of beans and ground coffee, and into the high growth capsule coffee segment. In 2013 Vittoria entered this category with the Espressotoria system – a system comprised of both machine and own line of capsule brands including Vittoria Coffee, Caffe Aurora and Chicco D’oro. Espressotoria’s success to date can be attributed to a high level of machine quality to create café style espresso at the touch of a button. Taking a leadership role, Espressotoria will be driving consumer interest and trial in the category with a best in class

promotional and advertising campaign. The ‘buy six packs of capsules and get a free machine’ to launch in time for Mother’s Day is the best value offer available in the market providing customers with significant cost savings. This will be supported with both above and below the line market initiatives; including print, TV, digital, radio and instore activations. “We are always looking at new ways to provide value to our consumers and generate sales for our customers. Unlike our competitors we invest in the category to achieve growth,” said Josh Passaro, marketing director at Vittoria Food & Beverage. For more information contact Hamish Oliver on 09 984 5675. n

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Kungfood is a range of authentic, delicious, Asian fusion food, made in New Zealand. Kungfood Dumplings, Steam Buns and ready to fill Bao Buns are a clever fusion of favourite Kiwi flavours and ancient techniques. Asian Fusion food so tasty, it’ll give your taste buds a karate-kick! The Kungfood range provides restaurant quality Asian fusion food from the convenience of home, with quick and easy to prepare cooking instructions. Kungfood restaurant quality Asian-fusion Dumplings will transport you to your happy place. The generous sized dumplings provide more of the perfect filling to pastry ratio, because big IS good. Available in five varieties including; Lemongrass Chicken Dumplings, Thai Green Chicken Dumplings, Hoisin Pork & Cabbage Dumplings, Garlic Pork & Prawn Dumplings, and Vegetable Medley Dumplings. Its range of restaurant quality Steam Buns are light, fluffy, bread pillows of deliciousness with a hot, slow-cooked BBQ meat filling that will warm the cockles of your heart. The steam buns are

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available in BBQ Pork and BBQ Chicken varieties. The Ready-to-Fill Bao Buns are light, fluffy bread pockets of deliciousness that are ready to fill with your favourite fusion fillings. Kungfood falls into the intersection of two major trends in New Zealand grocery – Frozen Finger Foods, a fast-growing segment within Total Frozen Foods (48 percent value growth) and the Total Frozen Asian Foods segment that has seen significant growth (+61.3 percent value growth).1 Kungfood is available at selected Countdown, New World and Pak’nSave stores. Having launched in late 2017, KUNGFOOD is driving incremental category growth and is already the number two Frozen Finger Food brand in New Zealand grocery2 and the leading Frozen Finger Food brand in New World North Island with 38 percent value share.3 The Kungfood launch is being supported with a significant digital and sampling campaign. For more information, please contact your local James Crisp Ltd Territory Manager or visit www.kungfood.co.nz. n

There’s a new dinner range in town – One Night in Mexico – a fresh, new brand that inspires home cooked creations that replicate contemporary Mexican restaurant meals and is set to shake up home-made Mexican market. This easy dinner meal option needs you to just add mince, steak, or chicken, plus garden favourites like tomatoes, lettuce or capsicum, to make delicious soft tacos that will be a real crowd pleaser. One Night in Mexico is a high quality, fresh contemporary take on Mexican, led by flavour with four exciting options; Smokey Chipotle, Lime & Jalapeno, Flame Grilled BBQ, and Mexican Spice, that brings a restaurant-quality food experience to the heart of the dinner table. Kits are made to share and contain ten tortillas with corn, seasoning, and taco sauce. Four flavour varieties and bold tastes, not just ‘red sauce’ as with some other options in the market. Items also available for sale individually include; Mexican Taco Sauces (Mexican Spice, Smokey Chipotle, Spicy Jalapeno, Flame Grilled BBQ), Seasoning Sachets (Mexican Spice, Smokey Chipotle, Lime & Jalapeno, Flame Grilled BBQ) and Tortilla with corn (6 pack, 10 pack). One Night in Mexico kits and individual items are available at all good supermarkets nationwide. n

Source: Aztec Data, T. Frozen Finger Foods, T. NZ Grocery, Value, MAT to 11/03/18 Aztec Data, T. Frozen Finger Foods, T. NZ Grocery, Value, latest 4 weeks to 11/03/18 3 Aztec Data, T. Frozen Finger Foods, NWNI, Value, latest 4 weeks to 11/03/18 1 2

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Do you dream in chocolate? Then discover LINDOR and enjoy a moment that is yours: When you break LINDOR’s delicate chocolate shell, the irresistibly smooth filling starts to melt, gently caressing all your senses and taking you to a place where chocolate dreams come true. LINDOR created by Lindt’s Master Chocolatiers. Passion and love for chocolate since 1845.

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MARKET READY EXPORT ASEAN

Market Ready showcases New Zealand brands that are ready for export. New Zealand producers are not only responding to global trends, they are at the forefront in many innovative product lines. New Zealand manufacturers are committed to product innovation, clean label and field to fork transparency responding to global consumer demands and trends.

From healthy convenience to hybrid innovation and fusion, plant-based alternatives, and the continuing innovation around beverages, the range from New Zealand brands reinforces our position as one of the world's most trusted producers.

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East Asia is an increasingly important market for New Zealand.

Hayley Horan

New Zealand Trade Commissioner in Singapore

South East Asia (the ten ASEAN countries) is our fourth largest export market by economic group. Across East Asia – Japan, South Korea, Thailand and Singapore are among our top ten export destinations, by country. We are natural business partners, with many shared interests. In our relationships, we jointly value trust, loyalty, and respect. In business, this

translates to the importance we attach to the wellbeing of our relationships, and working collaboratively to achieve success. We also share a passion for premium quality, safe and nutritious food and beverage products. This plays to New Zealand’s strengths. Our climate, fertile soil, water purity and relative isolation make our country ideal for almost every kind of production – from meat and seafood to beverages and horticulture. Our stringent food safety standards and biosecurity measures meet the highest requirements for traceability, and are overseen by the New Zealand Government’s Ministry for Primary

EAST ASIA – BY THE NUMBERS

• Eighteen percent of consumers in South East Asia are willing to spend more for organic food. • Sweet biscuits, savoury snacks and seafood saw the highest number of new product launches in the South East Asia region last year. • Non-animal protein is on the rise, with 40 percent of Chinese consumers saying it is their preferred protein source. • The number launching into the South East Asian market with a vegetarian or vegan claim increased by 140 percent between 2012 and 2017. • The value of the Chinese health food market is expected to rise to NZD84 billion by 2021, increasing ten percent year on year. • Indonesia’s GDP and middle class is expected to double by 2020, further increasing the market for perceived luxury products.

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Industries. This has earned us a global reputation as a trusted supplier of quality ingredients to many of the world’s major global food and beverage companies. The integrity of our systems and confidence in our food are obvious reasons why our food sector accounts for more than ten percent of our GDP and employs one in every five employees. At an individual level, our businesses are working hard to customise their products to local palates and preferences across East Asia, and to meet the needs of the region’s cultural diversity and changing demographics - from workers with long commutes and no time to eat, to people relocating to cities and living alone for the first time, to the health-conscious, to those with dietary restrictions. These products range from preprepared, slow-cooked beef and lamb that can be re-heated in 30 minutes, to sheep milk infant formula suitable for children with sensitive stomachs. Other products include apples freezedried to maintain natural tastes and aromas, halal-certified and with no additives, as well as Greenshell Mussels rated as one of the most sustainable seafood products in the world. Our business partnerships are supported by a number of free trade agreements designed to open up market opportunities, streamline processes, reduce costs, and create more security for both sides. This is increasing trade. In the first year of the New ZealandKorea Free Trade Agreement (in 2016), our fruit exports to South Korea grew by 32 percent to NZ$80 million. Our cherries, kiwifruit and avocados were particularly popular. Our dairy exports went up 21 percent to $149 million, led by growth in butter, cheese and ice-cream. New Zealand also has free trade agreements with Singapore, Thailand, two with ASEAN, and we are negotiating others with multiple countries (the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for TransPacific partnership). East Asia is one of the world’s most exciting markets, and there is plenty more room for collaboration – fed by mutual interests and values, and a positive business environment. New Zealand companies showcasing more than 60 products will be looking to connect with retailers and foodservice buyers at the New Zealand pavilion at Food Hotel Asia. A team from New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, New Zealand’s international business development agency, will also be on site. We look forward to meeting you. For more information: www.nzte. govt.nz n

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Tohu Wines & Kono GreenShell TMMussels Tohu Single Vineyard Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc Since 1998, as world’s first Māori wine company, we have been making our mark on the world with wines produced from New Zealand’s premier grape growing region.

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Kono GreenShell TM Mussels Hand raised in the isolated, pristine and nutrient-rich water of Aotearoa, New Zealand - these mussels have a straight from the water taste. • Green shell adds extraordinary visual appeal to a plate • Highly versatile for a creative menu composition • Sustainable, pure and delicious • Sold as fresh or frozen: whole, half shell, conveniently packed to suite a range of food service and retail sales channels. Sales enquiries Wine : daniel.taylor@kono.co.nz

Seafood : roy.dawson@kono.co.nz

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The top eco brand in New Zealand, offering baby, kids, body care and home cleaning products that are safer for people, their families and their world. Uses only the highest quality natural ingredients. Why should you add ecostore to your baby, kids, home cleaning, body care categories? • ecostore has been voted New Zealand’s most sustainable company for four years in a row and has won several national and government awards for environmental responsibility and eco manufacturing practices. • ecostore offers a wide range of products including baby care, kids, facial skin care, hand and body wash, laundry care, dish care and household surface cleaners. • ecostore selects only premium ingredients that are plant and mineral based. If there is ever any doubt over the safety of an ingredient, ecostore will simply find an alternative. • ecostore is continually innovating in sustainable leadership – it has changed its bottles to Carbon Capture Paks made from renewable sugarcane plastic. These bottles are 100 percent recyclable and help consumerss lower their carbon footprint. 125 The Strand, Parnell 1151, Auckland p. +64 09 360 4734 info@ecostore.co.nz www. ecostore.com

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Aroha is a range of hand crafted cordials, sparkling sodas and still fruit juices produced from the finest ingredients New Zealand has to offer. • Real deal New Zealand ‘Craft Beverage'. Aroha’s fruit and flowers are either harvested wild, grown by the company, or sourced locally. Juiced and bottled and Waikirikiri farm in Canterbury New Zealand. • All produce is spray free, no preservatives are used and all ingredients are 100 percent natural. • Single strength juice produced from a single farm origin means the flavour of the juice is retained as it has not been through the ‘draining' concentration process and is indicative of the local area. • Aroha sodas and still juices help retailers stand apart. Unique flavours, presented in a genuine craft package, helps define the tone of an establishment that ‘cares' about its food and beverage. • The Aroha range of cordials are delicious to drink with still or sparkling water but are also great for use in cocktails and mocktails, over ice-cream or in a summer style vinaigrette. Contact: Mark Dillon

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$1.92 $1.92 $1.92 $1.92 $1.92

$4.00 - $4.50 $4.00 - $4.50 $4.00 - $4.50 $4.00 - $4.50 $4.00 - $4.50

Ginger, Lemon & Honey Still Sauvignon Blanc & Saffron Still Apple & Pear Still Elderflower & Green Currant Still

9421901412197 9421901412180 9421901412159 9421901412173

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$4.00 - $4.50 $4.00 - $4.50 $4.00 - $4.50 $4.00 - $4.50

Elderflower Cordial Gooseberry Cordial Rhubarb Cordial Wild Rose-Hip Cordial Quince & Lime Cordial Feijoa Cordial Ginger Honey & Lemon Cordial

9421901412043 9421901412104 9421901412098 9421901412135 9421901412142 9421901412296 9421901412111

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$55.00 $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 $55.00

$6.88 $6.88 $6.88 $6.88 $6.88 $6.88 $6.88

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Sparkling Elderflower Sparkling Feijoa Sparkling Blackcurrant Sparkling Quince & Lime Sparkling Rhubarb

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I LOVE FOOD CO I Love Baking is a range of gourmet cookies made in New Zealand with high quality New Zealand ingredients.

• Created by two mums who want to create good food for families, I Love Food Co is an innovative NZ food company with products available in supermarkets around the country. • Uses New Zealand butter, wholegrain oats, unrefined sugar and 20 percent of the sugar is replaced with date puree so they are not too sweet and have a lovely texture. • No artificial flavours or colours are used and the cookies contain no preservatives and no palm oil. • Four delicious flavours available in the range with more new products launching this year. The cookies come in an impactful resealable pouch with good shelf life and transportation protection.

Email: hello@ilovefoodco.com Phone: +64 9 8159630 (0800 743 748) Website: www.ilovefoodco.com Facebook: Ilovefoodco Instagram: ilovefoodco Linkedin: I Love Food Co Wechat: ILoveBaking

Consumers are looking for a delicious, healthy beverage. Pete’s Natural has the solution with a range of nine unique flavours of lemonades. Lemonade, Currant Crush, Orange Berry, Lime-O-Nade, Ginger Beer, Feijoa Lemonade, Lemon Chilli, Kola and Raspberry Kola.

• Pete’s Natural lemonades are made from only New Zealand grown fruit, all freshly squeezed, “Fair Trade At Home”, supporting local farmers while keeping the environmental footprint low. • The whole Pete’s Natural range of lemonades is low in sugar, full of flavour, and has no artificial colours, flavours, additives or preservatives. It’s a great healthy option. • Pete’s Natural is a New Zealand owned company, supporting New Zealand all the way, as well as reducing emissions by supporting local growers, the glass is also produced in New Zealand from up to 75 percent recycled glass.

Contact Marleen on 021 0785 758 Pete’s Natural www.petesnatural.co.nz “We’re not PC, We’re just Natural”

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MARCELLO’S DREAM

The Durello story began more than 58 years ago around the family table in the Brazilian countryside and became reality in a small commercial kitchen in Auckland’s city centre in January 2014. • Durello is a brand of traditional Brazilian savouries in New Zealand founded in 2014, using recipes handed down over four generations. • Marcelo Menoita and Barbara Scholten started a journey which soon became the first of its kind in New Zealand. Inspired by Marcelo’s mother Neide Durello’s recipes, the couple created Durello to produce Brazilian savouries. • After ten months in operation, Durello’s Brazilian Chicken Delight won the New Zealand Food Awards, the most prestigious food recognition in the country. • Today, the company not only produces the Brazilian Chicken Delight, but also the famous Brazilian Cheese Bread – original & garlic, and a new creation, the Brazilian Fish Delight to meet export demand. • Both the Chicken and the Fish Delights are savory moreish treats; creamy on the inside with a crispy crust finish, using only cage free chicken in New Zealand, and smooth Dory fish from the South Island. The Brazilian Cheese Breads are chewy on the inside and crispy on the outside. • These bite sized wonders are popularly dished out as canapes, appetisers, and have been the favourite picks for homes, restaurants and catering events. • In the recent year, the popularity of the Durello product has expanded overseas, with Singapore being the first Asian market and keen interest coming from Hong Kong, Korea and other South East Asian countries. For more information visit www.durello.co.nz or contact Barbara Scholten at +64 21 0264 3850

Omega Seafood Cooked Gourmet Mussels offer the home chef the great taste and versatility of sustainable, all-natural seafood without the labour, waste, quality and food safety concerns fresh seafood can bring. • New Zealand Greenshell mussels have been judged by the USA’s Ocean Blue Institute as one of the most environmentally friendly seafood products. Mussels feed by filtering algae and plankton out of the surrounding water, thereby improving the quality of the water. The currents around the Omega farms are rich in Antarctic phyto-plankton, which contain the building blocks of the omega oil food chain. New Zealand’s unique positioning is why greenshell mussels are so high in omega oil. • Omega mussels are grown on ropes suspended in water which cause minimal environmental disruption, and their clams are sourced under a sustainable quota set by the government in 2002. The clams are harvested and graded on the spot, with undersized clams being thrown back immediately.

Each pouch is ready to serve or heat, giving you more convenience and more profit! • less labour • less waste • easier quality control • easier food safety

• Whole shell and lightly cooked in their own juice, omega Seafood Cooked Gourmet Mussels are ready to be served cold, or prepared like live.

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HEALTHY CHOCOLATE AND CACAO PRODUCTS

The current product range is six 55g Solomons Gold 70 percent cacao, dairy, nut, gluten, soy and cane sugar free bars – Smooth Dark (winner of a silver medal at the London Academy of Chocolate 2017), Dark Mint, Dark Berry (winner of Bronze medal New Zealand Chocolate awards 2017), Dark caramel, Dark Nib (75 percent cacao) and Dark Orange (winner of Bronze medal New Zealand chocolate awards 2017). Solomon’s Gold also produces three sizes of cacao nibs and chocolate kibble (chips) – all gluten, nut, dairy, and soy free with an organic coconut sap and organic cane sugar. The factory is Kosher certified, vegan friendly and free of nuts, dairy, soy and gluten – it’s what we don’t put in our chocolate that makes it special.

For more information please contact hello@solomonsgold.co.nz or call +64 7 574 3022

HOMEMADE STYLE COOKIES

Baking traditional homemade style cookies free from gluten, wheat, dairy, and egg in New Zealand since 1988, Kea Cookies® has been a pioneer of the free from and vegan food categories. The recipe for their longevity and success is great ingredients, relentless quality control, and amazing flavours that make it hard to believe they are gluten, wheat, dairy, and egg free. • • • • •

Tastes delicious , AND Free from gluten, wheat, dairy and egg Suitable for Vegans GMO free Extensive Range Baked in New Zealand since 1988

For more information plaease contact info@keacookies.co.nz or call +64 9 527 0556

SUPPORT HEALTH & WELL BEING

Matakana SuperFoods is NZ’s original and leading superfood manufacturer. With a focus on sourcing and manufacturing foods with exceptional nutritional properties, Matakana SuperFoods has brought over 70skus to market since its inception in 2009. Its top selling products include proprietary smoothie blends such as Supergreens, Supershake, Superchoc, Peaches & Greens, Acai Bowl premix, the Recovery Formula and a range of fermented coconut sauces. • Premium grade organic products • Gluten, soy, additive free • Super-nutrient wholefoods

For more information please contact Joseph on +64 9 422 9618 or email info@matakanasuperfoods.com

PREMIUM POSITIONED PRODUCTS For three and a half decades, Orchard Gold has been the leading frozen fruit supplier into New Zealand supermarkets. Orchard Gold frozen fruit – simple, natural, goodness. • New Zealand’s number one brand of frozen fruit by sales • New, innovative “the Smoothie Collection by Orchard Gold” range • High quality, easy to merchandise, re-sealable stand up pouches For more information contact Jason Foord, Director of Ffowcs Williams Ltd, at jason@ffowcs.co.nz or call +64 9 849 2394

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RIOT FOODS is a wholefoods manufacturer through the CleanPaleo and Poppy + Olive brands (with more to come), we’re already providing consumers with whole food options for everyday packaged foods. The CleanPaleo brand encompasses a range of premium wholefoods that lead with flavor, the range now includes over 20 products that currently includes Breakfast Blends (cereals), Protein Powders, Biltong (dried beef) and Bread (gluten free). All are Paleo wholefoods ranges.

The Poppy and Olive branded nut butters made from almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, our range which features Smooth Almond, Crunchy Almond, Cashew Almond and of course, Chocolate Hazelnut. Both Clean Paleo and Poppy and Olive are premium brands targeted at consumers seeking to maintain a Paleo, GlutenFree, or simply a healthy lifestyle, and is characterized by products that are free from gluten, grains, dairy, preservatives and additives.

For more information please contact Sales Manager Tim Holt at tim@riotfoods.com or call +64 21873146

PIONEER IN IMPORTING WORLD WIDE Imports are passionate about bringing quality food from around the world to New Zealand and Australian consumers. It was that passion that saw current managing director Steve Wyllie pioneer the importing of European Christmas products into New Zealand in the early 90s. He has instilled that passion in a dedicated team at World Wide Imports where they continue to innovate and create to bring value to both suppliers and customers alike. “We enjoy a challenge and welcome any new opportunities to bring variety to customers in New

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Aitken &Co.

Over 70 years ago, Bill Aitken realised that European migrants were bringing their traditional cultural foods to New Zealand, and that the products they had traditionally cooked with were not readily available in New Zealand at the time. Zealand and Australia,” said Wyllie. If you are a manufacturer with a product that you believe deserves a place on New Zealand and Australian supermarket and department store shelves, then this is the place for you. World Wide Imports have an impressive array of brands and a growing list of suppliers putting their trust in the dedicated and experienced team. A wide range of services is available from direct imports to full service custom design and pack – the team at World Wide Imports will do whatever it takes to make your product a success.

For more information visit www.worldwideimports.co.nz

From this William Aitken & Co was established in 1944, to import and market European food products in New Zealand. The portfolio of products William Aitken & Co import today includes; Lupi Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar, Barilla Pasta & Sauces, Crespo Olives, and Sun-Maid Raisins, all of which are significant or market leading brands in their respective categories. William Aitken & Co. also distribute a wide range of confectionery and biscuits from European and Chinese markets for the Christmas season. Under Bill’s grandson Graham Aitken, the company has grown to become one of the largest independent food importers into New Zealand, specialising in selling and marketing overseas brands to major New Zealand grocery retailers. Presently, the company is under the management of the fourth generation of Aitkens with Sam Aitken as Managing Director and Sam’s sister Hannah Aitken working in the business also. William Aitken & Co continues to focus on overseas imported products. And is constantly observing ever changing food and lifestyle trends, both locally and globally. The key to William Aitken & Co’s success is the ability to be flexible based on the supplier and customer. William Aitken & Co can do this with strong relationships across NZ supermarket head offices, field sales and logistics partners and with an established long-term supplier network. For more information and to contact William Aitken & Co, visit www.williamaitken.co.nz

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CHIRPY SNACK

Chirps want to get consumers excited about eating bugs. With crickets being a sustainable source of protein it has gained popularity around the world and now is available in the snacking aisle in the form of chips – Chirps that is. The startup have launched a chip that is made from stone-ground corn and chia seed-spiked cricket protein blend, and the result is a healthy snack in flavours like sea salt, cheddar, and barbecue.

GET CRACKING!

The world’s top selling corn chip brand, Doritos, will soon venture into the biscuit aisle with the launch of its first line of crackers in Australia. The brand is hoping to attract a new customer base to the biscuit category, in particular, targeting millennials who have been the largest consumer of Doritos. “The brand has a cult following with the young and hungry,” said Alison Silver, Doritos brand manager. “We are thrilled to be able to deliver them with an exciting new way to enjoy iconic Doritos flavours.” The ‘intensive flavour hit’ crackers will be available in four variants including; Cheese Supreme, Mexicana, Texan BBQ and Sweet Chilli & Sour Cream, packaged in sleek black boxes to help the product stand out on the shelf.

GUARANA DONUT

Donut King has teamed up with V Energy to launch a new donut filled with V energy drink ‘sludge’. The green-tinged donut is covered in sugar and filled with guarana – the active ingredient in the iconic green energy drink.

NO MESS KETCHUP

Bo’s Original Slice of Sauce is a flavour-packed condiment offering a clean-label, convenient experience with eight slices per pack. The sliced ketchup resembles a fruit roll-up and removes the possibility of any spillages. Layer it onto burgers, sandwiches, wraps and more for a delicious burst of flavour and a perfectly portioned bite every time. All ingredients are non-GMO, gluten-free, all natural with no artificial flavours, preservatives, or high-fructose corn syrup.

RAINBOWS AND UNICORNS

To cater to the huge rise in unicorn-themed cakes, retailers are now stocking unicorn toppers in the baking aisle. The unicorn horn, ears and eyelashes are handmade of polymer clay and are reusable.

WORLD FAVOURITES

Pringles has released three new flavours to its extensive range in the Australian market. Brazilian BBQ flavour is inspired by delicious culinary flavours from Brazil with a BBQ twist. Buttered Popcorn Flavour – inspired by the favourite popcorn snack, and finally Pringles Smokey Spanish Style Paprika that is inspired by delicious culinary flavours from Spain with a hint of paprika.

KETO CHOCOLATE BARK Customers following the Ketogenic diet can experience chocolate again with ChocZero’s artisanal dark and milk chocolate keto bark that’s low carb as well as sugar free. The bark uses sea salt, premium cocoa beans, and its exclusive monk fruit fibre blend to create a sweet treat that fits any healthy lifestyle.

THAT’S A WRAP?

New patented GemWraps are all-natural, gluten-free healthy wraps. Using fresh vegetable and fruit purees, the team at Gem Wraps created a selection of low-carb, greattasting alternatives for bread, tortillas and lavash. The ‘wrap’ has no artificial ingredients, colours or flavours and can cater to a limitless amount of flavour profiles. GemWraps are available in tomato, mango-chipotle, kale-apple and carrot variants and are only 35 calories each. A meal-prep lifesaver for those who follow a ‘paleo’ diet.

ICED ‘TEA’TH

Qii (pronounced chee) have launched some tooth-friendly tea that has the same pH level as water, as opposed to other teas, coffees and sodas that can be acidic and erode tooth enamel. Available in classic oolong, or lemongrass-ginger green, also feature a proprietary formula created around xylitol – a birch tree-derived sweetener that supposedly prevents cavities and reduces plaque.

TASTE OF THE OLD COCONUT TWIST

Red Bull will launch Coconut Twist as a limited offer this year. The Red Bull Summer Edition Coconut Twist has the same key ingredients and functionality of Red Bull Energy Drink, but with a new flavour of Coconut and Berry. Shoppers rank innovation as the number one improvement opportunity within the energy drink category and this hits the mark.

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Sanpellegrino has released two new Sparkling Fruit Beverages including Melogano e Arancia (Pomegranate and Orange) and Clementina (Clementine). The Australian launch of the latest skus comes following the success of the product in Europe and the US. The new additions complement the current range of Sparkling Fruit Beverages and are available in the light, take-anywhere and quick-tochill aluminium cans.

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