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Chalkboard theory on sugar tax fails real life test
Criticism by Otago University campaigners of analysis by NZIER economists on the effectiveness of a sugar tax is weak, says FGC. “Some theories that work well on a public health chalkboard don't work in real life or survive disciplined economic analysis," says Katherine Rich.
Read MoreFood and beverage reports good news for industry
The Food and Grocery Council welcomes the release of the latest growth and investment reports on the food and beverage industry. Chief Executive Katherine Rich says the reports spell good news for the food and beverage industry.
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Half Yearly and AGM on 17 May headed for sellout
FGC's Half Yearly and AGM event at Eden Park on 17 May is heading for another sellout. Since we announced our speaker line-up, registrations have been piling in, and members are urged to register early or risk missing out.
Read MoreWomen in Retail & FMCG Leadership Summit 28-31 May
A star-studded line-up of speakers will grace the third annual Women in Retail & FMCG Leadership Summit in Auckland on 28-31 May. The conference comprises case studies, expert commentaries, panel discussions and practical workshop sessions, honing in on the critical skillsets required of female leaders.
Read MoreNominations open for MPI food safety award
Nominations for MPI’s Significant Contribution to Food Safety Award 2018 are open. Nominations can be for a person, a team, or an organisation, and contributions could include a development or improvement of a specific process or operation for one sector or across a few sectors.
Read MoreCompanies live up to Healthy Kids Pledge
Food companies remain committed to continuing progress on product reformulation, says FGC’s report to the Government on year 1 of the Healthy Kids Industry Pledge.
Read MoreHas the tide on the sugar tax debate finally turned?
Has the tide on the sugar tax debate finally turned? A couple of recent events have given me hope that the tide has turned – that we may be able to stop wasting time debating a policy intervention that’s been proven to have little or no effect on improving health outcomes and concentrate on things that stand a much better chance.
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