What’s On
We’re excited to announce the key dates for the 2024 New Zealand Food Awards. Last year we received over 400 entries from 124 companies across the motu. From large global brands to small artisanal producers, ingredient supply companies to primary produce, there’s a place and category for all businesses.
Entrants have the opportunity to network with other innovative food and beverage producers, gain insights into the industry and receive valuable advice from industry experts along the way. Entries open 1 May 2024.
ABOUT
An annual programme of activity supporting food and beverage producers
For over 35 years, the New Zealand Food Awards, owned and operated by Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University, have enabled food and beverage producers to showcase their latest and greatest innovations, celebrating the people and mahi behind a product or business journey.
A symbol of food and beverage innovation, sustainability and excellence
To be awarded the New Zealand Food Award’s Quality Mark, a product or business has reached the pinnacle of New Zealand’s food and beverage industry. It is synonymous with technical capability, regulatory compliance, food quality and safety and consumer acceptability.
Supported by the forefront of industry
Massey University’s ownership stems from the role it plays at the forefront of food-related education and research in Aotearoa New Zealand and globally. Massey University is also home to the largest collection of pilot-scale food processing plant and equipment in the southern hemisphere.
Judged by a cross-section of the sector
A cross-section of New Zealand’s leading food and beverage industry experts make up the judging panel, bringing technical, scientific, commercial and culinary expertise to the awards.
Backed by an influential Partner Network
The New Zealand Food Awards are supported by a partner network representing government agencies, industry associations and businesses, each playing an important role in the New Zealand food and beverage value chain. As a collective, the network delivers the resources and support needed to empower producers as they continue developing products at the forefront of the industry.