F O O D AWA R D S Entries into this year’s New Zealand Food Awards are up by 62 per cent on last year, with a record number of entries for new products vying to be the ‘best of the best’ in New Zealand’s food and beverage industry. Massey University Vice-Chancellor Steve Maharey says the response from the food and beverage industry has been incredibly positive, reflecting the growing gravitas of the awards and the value the recognition brings to award winners. A broad range of entrants, including niche operators, large-scale food and beverage manufacturers, primary food producers, food service providers and ingredient supply companies, will compete to take out the top spot in a number of award categories. The categories for this year’s competition 10 AUGUST 2016 have been refreshed and include the new Food Safety Culture Award, which has proven popular with entrants, the Artisan Award and the Export Innovation Award, as well as the ultimate accolade of the Massey University Supreme Award. “It’s fantastic to see so many New Zealand businesses getting involved in this year’s New Zealand Food Awards,” Maharey says. “This competition is all about providing a forum for helping local food and beverage producers to showcase the success and innovation of their products and businesses. “The awards enable companies to boost their profile and achieve recognition for their brands and businesses. We look forward to seeing the results and wish the entrants all the best as judging commences.” Owned and organised by Massey University, the New Zealand Food Awards recognise innovation and excellence, new initiatives in New Zealand food and beverage production, and showcase the best of New Zealand’s food industry. Judging begins on August 9 by a panel including Jo Elwin, Ray McVinnie, Jeff Scott and Nici Wickes, with finalists announced on September 1. Winners will be announced at a gala dinner at the Auckland Museum on October 13. Winning products are eligible to use the New Zealand Food Awards ‘mark’, which highlights the superiority of their products to both consumers and industry. JUMP IN FOOD AWARDS ENTRIES FOR 2016 Food Awards are up by 62 per cent on last year Traceability Knowing where product came from and how it got here is vital to a robust supply chain. your supply chain. 0800 102 356 HM058
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