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EVENT FROM PAGE 19 food products, All The Things has cultivated a business philosophy based on values of benefit to both people and the planet, while also striving to create new traditions for humanity, what we all eat, and the land on which we grow our food. Established in 2019, All The Things already distributes around Australia from its purpose-built production facility in the Barossa Valley and is breaking new ground in vegan cheesemaking. NEW PRODUCT AWARD Sponsored by Foodland Supermarkets Businesses with more than 15 full-time equivalent staff: Golden North Ice Cream Golden North has been producing ice cream since 1923. An SA icon, its products are promoted as being free of palm oil, nuts, and gluten, made from the freshest milk and cream and topped with a generous “dollop of love”. Golden North’s 2lt Simply Indulge range was born as a result of comprehensive consumer research and a full branding review to focus on portraying the premium quality of their product. Businesses with up to 15 full-time equivalent staff: Goolwa Pipico Inspired by Boston Clam Chowder and motivated by a need to recoup losses from unexpected manufacturing issues for an existing pipi product in their increasingly diverse range, Goolwa PipiCo collaborated with its food science and third-party processing partner, Food Manufacturing Specialists, to create its Whole Clam Chowder. This product has now been successfully launched in a variety of commercial markets. PRIMARY PRODUCER AWARD Sponsored by Thomas Foods International Businesses with more than 15 full-time equivalent staff: Fleurieu Milk Company Fleurieu Milk Company believes its products are only as good as the raw milk they put into them. Committed to the sustainable and safe production of high-quality traditional dairy products, and with a unique farm to fridge supply chain in place, this Myponga-based company is built on the foundation of supporting local farming communities and the industry as a whole through collaboration and reliability. Businesses with up to 15 full-time equivalent staff: feather&PECK – pastured eggs Two farmers, one chicken trailer and 300 hens got the egg rolling on the feather&PECK story just over three years ago. In keeping with growing demand for ethical food production and premium tasting eggs, and inspired by the success of similar overseas farming models, this farmer partner arrangement has grown to 15 trailers and 9000 “happy hens” in open paddocks over two farms, producing 2.6 million pastured free-range eggs a year. SUSTAINABILITY AWARD Sponsored by Peats Soil & Garden Supplies Businesses with more than 15 full-time equivalent staff: Sundrop Farms Sundrop Farms integrates solar power, electricity generation, freshwater conservation, best in class greenhouse technology, and hydroponics to enable the year-round production of premium produce at high yields with consistent quality. This approach delivers a meaningful reduction in fossil fuel and water use through innovative use of renewable energy and low carbon technologies. LEADER AWARD Sponsored by Bickford’s Group Michael Horrocks Michael is not only the CEO and owner of Lifestyle Bakery, but he is also the reason the company is the “most significant innovator” in the gluten free bakery sector. A dedicated ambassador for the South Australian food and beverage industry overall, Mr Horrocks’ vision and conviction, his commitment to continuous improvement and his generosity of spirit and sharing of knowledge are the qualities of this inspirational leader recognised through the Leader Award. NEXT GENERATION AWARD Sponsored by Macro Group Australia Kieran Donoghue Demonstrating passion, initiative and drive from day one at Safcol Australia, where he began work just weeks after graduating with a degree in food science, Kieran Donoghue is an expert in thermal processing. With a significant working background both here and overseas, a key part of his current role as Operations Manager is to look at investment opportunities to improve Safcol’s efficiencies – something he has achieved at the highest level. HALL OF FAME Sponsored by San Remo 2020 inductee: Mitolo Family Farms The Mitolos strongly believe in the importance of food and family and the joy that comes from bringing these together. They have been passionate about delivering consistent quality produce to the dinner tables of Australian families for nearly half a century. The combination of traditional farming techniques and the very latest technology, and a commitment to quality and hard work are the hallmarks of Mitolo Family Farms. CONSUMER AWARD Sponsored by Statewide Super Businesses with more than 15 full-time equivalent staff: Robern Menz Robern Menz is the largest manufacturer of choc honeycomb in Australia and is responsible for such South Australian classics as FruChocs and Crown Mints. With the Violet Crumble and Polly Waffle now also part of its popular confectionery range, consumers have voted with their tastebuds and Food SA celebrates this iconic fourth-generation family business, which adds this fourth win to its Consumer Legend Award status conferred in 2019. Businesses with up to 15 full- time equivalent staff: Alexandrina Cheese Company From generations of cheesemakers comes this year’s people’s choice for smaller businesses The McCaul family’s Alexandrina Cheese Company took an opportunity 20 years ago to repurpose the milk from its Jersey cows and has been delighting consumers ever since with its cheeses, milk, cream, crème fraiche and yoghurt products. CONSUMER AWARD TOP 20 • Barossa Valley Chocolate Company • Beerenberg Farm • Bickford’s Group • Carême Pastry • Charlesworth Nuts • Continental Taralli Biscuits • Fleurieu Milk Company • Gelista • Golden North Ice Cream • Kimchi Club • Kytons Bakery • Maggie Beer Products • Nippy’s • Spring Gully Foods • The Almond Farmer • Udder Delights • Utonic Beverages • Vili’s Family Bakery See the Retail World November 2020 issue for full coverage and a list of the winners. 20 RETAIL WORLD JAN/FEB, 2021