Fonterra

We celebrated five years of working with Fonterra Farm Source by delivering a very on-brand cake to their HQ 🐄 We’re proud to be their preferred energy partner, supporting our rural communities across Aotearoa. Here’s to more years of teamwork and making a difference!

I am deeply honoured to introduce and share Fonterra’s first Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). This plan marks a pivotal moment in our reconciliation journey across our Australian business. It will support us as we continue to enhance our understanding of, and respect for the rich cultural heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are an organisation with a purpose to empower people to create goodness for generations, and in Australia, those generations date back thousands of years. That depth of history is nothing short of remarkable. It’s a history and culture that we care deeply for at Fonterra, and we are committed to enhancing our understanding of the lands, waters and communities that we operate in, and acknowledging those who have cared and nourished the continent for millennia. It is their knowledge and perspectives that can inspire innovation and growth within our organisation. Our Reflect RAP focuses on building strong foundations through relationships, respect, and opportunities and will be implemented over the next 18 months. It creates measurable outcomes to guide us in creating an environment where all voices are heard and respected. Recently, I was joined by colleagues, team members and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander guests for a launch event on the lawns outside our office on Woiwurrung land. It was a special event – it was warm, welcoming and deeply connected to country. It is these feelings, now enabled by our RAP, that will see us create meaningful impact on our reconciliation journey for years to come. My thanks go to Thane Garvey-Gannaway and Ganga Giri for a heartwarming ceremony, to Nakia Cadd for creating such a beautiful artwork to reflect Fonterra's journey, and to Reconciliation Australia for providing their guidance and endorsement. A special thanks to those volunteers who have commenced the work on our Reflect RAP actions, including Matt Watt (Co-Chair), Elizabeth Bardwell (Co-Chair), Ambrose Mpofu, Hugo Butterfield, Lucy Collins, Melissa Apap, Michelle S., Paul Winfield, Rod Jones, Virginia Lakos, Fortina Di Marzio, Nicola Smyth, Andrew Westlake, and Karen Werner. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gHCnUyn6 Fonterra's Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan: https://lnkd.in/gMd-REei

We’re working towards 100% of Fonterra farmers having a tailored Farm Environment Plan by 2025. To learn more about our Farm Environment Plans, follow the link here: https://lnkd.in/gf2BJdd9

Our probiotics are live microorganisms derived from cheddar cheese cultures which can help fight against infection and inflammation 👩⚕️🧀 Follow the link to learn about the different nutritional ingredient solutions our milk ends up in: https://brnw.ch/21wNmTV

Happy NZ Cheese Month! 🧀 Did you know that billions of our delicious cheese slices are served up at some of the largest restaurants in the world? Like McDonald’s, Burger King, KFC, and Subway to name a few! 🍔 Want to learn more about our tailored dairy solutions for food professionals across the world? Follow the link here: https://brnw.ch/21wNkLl

We’re thrilled to be offering new scholarships for first year Food Technology students starting at Massey University in 2025 🙌   The scholarships aim to encourage more students to take a career path into Food Technology with each successful candidate receiving two paid internships with the Fonterra Research and Development Centre over the course of their studies.   “By investing in the education and development of future leaders, we are not only contributing to the growth of the industry but also ensuring that New Zealand remains at the forefront of technological advancements. We look forward to seeing the achievements of the scholarship recipients and their contributions to the field.” - Pierre Venter, Director Research and Development at Fonterra.   If you’re interested in applying, be sure to follow the link here to find out more: https://lnkd.in/gF6ztRcE

On International Day of Awareness for Food Loss and Awareness, we want to celebrate the food waste reduction efforts of our Kai Commitment Signatories, who are showing that reducing food waste not only makes sense environmentally and socially but can also deliver economic benefits and new revenue streams. Shout out these highlights: 🌟 Fonterra - for embracing opportunities across your operations to look for ways to reduce waste and, importantly, celebrate it. 🌟 Silver Fern Farms Ltd - for your commitment to using all parts of the animals raised by your New Zealand farmers is definitely worth celebrating, and we’re excited to hear about the new value streams in your business from products that were thought of as by-products of your processing. 🌟 Foodstuffs North Island Limited & Foodstuffs South Island - for the work you continue to do to ensure that surplus food gets out to those in need through your unwavering commitment to food rescue. In FY24 the equivalent of 7.8 million meals were donated. 🌟 George Weston Foods - congratulations on starting your involvement in the Kai Commitment programme by incorporating food waste into your performance KPIs—we love that! 🌟 Nestlé - the Good Food Map kit you have developed means tens of thousands of young people across Aotearoa will learn not only about kai in their communities but also explore innovative solutions to food waste and food insecurity. 🌟 A S Wilcox and Sons Ltd - for showcasing innovation as a solution to food waste and exploring ways to upcycle products into new value streams. 🌟 Goodman Fielder - for embracing the measurement part of the KC programme, using it to identify new and unexpected food surplus hotspots and opportunities within your operations 🌟 Woolworths New Zealand - your embedding food waste reduction throughout your operations is inspirational and we love hearing how this is translating to keeping food out of landfil, as well as delivering value to your business, customers and suppliers. Chris Morgan Nicola Johnston Catherine Langabeer Sandy Botterill Simon Tucker Amanda McDermott Jason McCauley Scott McKinnon Rosy Herstell Matt Harcombe Nicola Voice Jenny Marshall Abby Andrews #foodwaste #FLWDay #voluntaryagreement #kaicommitment

Today we’re pleased to share our revised strategy following a review that confirmed our strengths as a B2B dairy nutrition provider.     This revision will see us deepen our focus on our high-performing Ingredients and Foodservice businesses to grow value for farmers and customers.    “Together, Fonterra’s Board and Management are looking forward to working alongside our Co-op’s farmers and employees to deliver on our vision to be the source of the world’s most valued dairy.” - Miles Hurrell, Fonterra CEO.     Head over to our website to learn more about our revised strategy: https://lnkd.in/g3kufHri

It was an honour to host the Prime Minister Christopher Luxon at our Fonterra Research & Development Centre in Palmerston North today. The team did a fantastic job showcasing our global leadership in dairy innovation and science. It was a proud moment reflecting on the impact New Zealand Dairy has on the world - from inventing spreadable butter, whey protein concentrate and Anchor Whipping Cream to name a few.

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week in Aotearoa New Zealand, and we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible organisations we’re proud to back who support our rural communities. To learn more about New Zealand Rural Support Trust, NZ Young Farmers, and Surfing For Farmers follow the link here: https://lnkd.in/gCD6VMdA #MHAWNZ