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Climb every mountain
WELCOME to our final issue of 2021 and the release of our annual hotly anticipated Australia’s Top 100 Food & Drink Companies 2021 report. Which companies jostled their way into the Top 10? Were there any major tumbles? What sectors showed the greatest resilience and which business busted onto the list for the first time?
The Top 100 is a massive undertaking that reflects the diversity of the sector. It would not be
possible without our data partner IBISWorld and I thank its team for their attention to detail, good humour, and patience
with my myriad questions.
Not to be outdone, the rest of this issue shines in its own right. Our Rising Star: Class of 2021 (page 22) showcases the entrepreneurial, smart, nimble and hungry – the people to watch and be inspired by.
Our headline makers (page 58) will provide many moments of, ‘wow, that was in April?” when you think it happened three weeks ago. You’re welcome.
We also provide a round-up of the movers and shakers and stand-out mergers and acquisitions for the year on pages 68 and 70.
And yes, a mother loves all of her children equally, but my most favourite story in this issue is our Rear View Review. We started The Rear View Fast 5 this year, and in each issue an industry leader has shared their experiences, insights, and advice. On pages 72-73 we recap some of their responses. It’s just wonderful.
There have been many challenges this year and it has been taxing on all of us. But here we all stand, mountains climbed and valleys navigated. From the Food & Drink Business team – myself, Lindy Hughson, Sharon Amos and Varun Bodhi – we wish you a wonderful festive season. And a good lie down.
Onward. ✷ KIM BERRY
WHAT’S COMING UP
March 2022
SUSTAINABILITY
The achievements and challenges of exceeding sustainability expectations.
PLUS
• Meat, Fish & Poultry
• Packaging & Labelling • Robotics & Automation
If your business has news, products or innovative projects in any of these areas, please contact Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry on kimberry@yaffa.com.au.
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