News on Food Trends from Australia

Hungritos showcased French Fries, Aloo Popcorn, Potato Mojjos, Criss-Cross Waffle Fries and other frozen snacks at Fine Food Australia 2026 in Melbourne, strengthening partnerships and its presence in Australia's foodservice and retail markets.

Simplot and Tasmanian potato growers remain at odds over prices and supply terms, with growers also concerned about contract cuts and a planned 30,000-tonne reduction in potato volumes through the Ulverstone processing plant.

Wyma Solutions, a global leader in post‑harvest processing and water treatment solutions for fresh produce, has announced the launch of the Micron Filter XL at Hort Connections 2026, taking place from 1–4 June at the Adelaide Convention Centre.

Weather agencies and climate scientists have pointed to the possibility of an El Niño forming in the Pacific Ocean later this year – a phenomenon that could push global temperatures to all-time record highs in 2027.

PepsiCo has acquired Australian seed potato business Dowling AgriTech (DAT) to strengthen seed supply, drive innovation, and support grower partnerships across the Asia-Pacific region.

Australia faces a potato shortage after its toughest season in a decade. Extreme weather in South Australia, the nation’s main potato region, cut yields, causing supermarket shortages. Mitolo Family Farms cites heat, cold, and drought as main factors.

Hungritos showcased innovative potato snacks at Fine Food Australia 2025, Sydney, Sept 8‑11. The highlight was the launch of crispy criss-cross Waffle Fries, attracting global interest and boosting partnerships for future snack innovations.

Hungritos, a leader in potato-based frozen snacks, has announced the launch of its all-new Waffle Fries, a product set to redefine snacking with premium quality, taste, and texture.

A popular potato chip brand has been pulled from the shelves of Australia’s two biggest supermarket chains after being discontinued. Fans have noticed that the entire Tyrrells range has quietly disappeared from Coles and Woolworths stores.

In recognition of World Food Safety Day on June 7, TNA Solutions has presented a timely expert blog titled “Engineering Better Food Safety” by Steve Burgess, General Manager – Europe & Africa at TNA Solutions.

On April 11, 45 potato growers and industry stakeholders gathered near Pemberton for a high-tech field event coordinated by PotatoLink and the Potato Growers Association of WA.

HyFun Foods, a prominent player in the frozen food industry, has announced a partnership with Woolworths, Australia’s largest retail chain. 

As part of its drive to continue to bring innovative technology solutions to the food industry, TNA Solutions has launched an immersive, interactive digital service, the tna intelli-assist TM , to deliver high-impact projects with minimal risks – all while staying on budget.

Scientists have developed a more planet-friendly way to produce fertilizer, which is an essential component of global food systems.

Workers at a crisp factory in South Australia have complained that a spicy ingredient is affecting their health.

Agronico, Tasmania’s largest seed potato producer, has entered into an agreement for Simplot to acquire the business and property assets of Agronico.

HarvestEye - a sensor that measures tuber quality during harvest - is now available to potato growers in Australia. Elders was appointed as the exclusive reseller of the system in the country.

Australian Shoppers Share Excitement over ALDI Freezers Filled with Potato Chips Potato production suffered heavily due to excessive rains and flooding in major potato-growing areas in Australia in 2022.