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Bega Group – The Great Australian Food Company
Bega Group is a proudly Australian-owned food company with a history stretching back more than a century. Founded by dairy farmers in the Bega Valley of New South Wales in 1899, the company has grown from a regional dairy cooperative into one of Australia’s leading food and beverage businesses.
Today, Bega Group produces a diverse range of packaged foods, beverages and ingredients enjoyed by millions of consumers in Australia and around the world. The company remains deeply connected to Australian agriculture, its farming communities and the people who have helped shape its remarkable history.
Our Australian Heritage
Bega Group’s story began in the Bega Valley, where local dairy farmers came together in 1899 to establish the Bega Co-operative Creamery Company. The surrounding dairy farms provided the milk that became the foundation of the business.
Over the decades, Bega expanded its dairy processing capabilities and developed new food categories. Through acquisitions, investment and innovation, the company gradually evolved from a dairy-focused business into a diversified food and beverage manufacturer.
This transformation accelerated from 2008 onwards as Bega developed from a commodity-led dairy business into a brand-led food company.
A Family of Iconic Australian Brands
Bega Group is home to a portfolio of well-known Australian food and beverage brands that have been enjoyed by generations of consumers.
Its brands include Bega, VEGEMITE, Dairy Farmers, Farmers Union, Dare, Big M, Pura, Zooper Dooper, Berri, Daily Juice, The Juice Brothers and Bega Peanut Butter, among others.
These brands cover a broad range of everyday food and beverage categories, from dairy products and milk beverages to spreads, peanut butter, juices, yoghurt and snacks.
Many of these brands have long histories of their own, making Bega Group an important part of Australia’s food culture and everyday life.
From Farm to Table
Bega Group maintains strong relationships with Australian farmers and suppliers. The company’s origins in dairy farming continue to influence the way it operates today.
Bega sources milk from hundreds of farms across Australia and operates an integrated supply chain connecting agricultural producers, manufacturing facilities, distribution networks and consumers.
This connection to Australian agriculture allows Bega Group to transform locally sourced ingredients into food and beverages that are enjoyed across Australia and exported to international markets.
Food, Beverages and Ingredients
Bega Group operates across two major areas of its business: Branded products for consumers and foodservice customers, and Bulk products such as nutritional powders and dairy ingredients supplied primarily to food manufacturers.
Its broad capabilities allow the company to operate across multiple food categories while serving supermarkets, convenience stores, foodservice businesses and other customers.
From everyday household products to specialised food ingredients, Bega Group combines food manufacturing expertise with an extensive supply and distribution network.
Quality and Innovation
Innovation has played an important role in Bega Group’s transformation. The company continues to invest in manufacturing capabilities, technology, product development and new markets to meet changing consumer preferences.
Its approach combines the heritage of established Australian brands with a focus on creating new products and opportunities for future growth.
The company’s vision is to become “The Great Australian Food Company”, with an ambition to be a first choice for Australians seeking quality, nutritious and delicious food and beverages.
Creating Great Food for a Better Future
Bega Group’s purpose is “creating great food for a better future.” This purpose reflects the company’s belief that food can bring people together, enrich lives and contribute to stronger communities.
The company’s approach is built around four key areas: Great Food, Great People, Great Aspirations and Greater Good. These principles guide its approach to product quality, employees, innovation, communities and responsible business practices.
Sustainability and Communities
Bega Group recognises the importance of protecting the resources and communities that support its business. Its sustainability approach focuses on areas including circularity, community, collaboration and responsible use of resources.
The company works with farmers, suppliers, customers and communities to encourage sustainable practices, support Australian agriculture and contribute to a better future.
A Global Australian Food Business
Although Bega Group remains strongly connected to its Australian roots, its products and ingredients reach consumers and businesses internationally. The company has developed capabilities that allow it to serve both Australian and global markets.
Its combination of trusted brands, food manufacturing expertise, agricultural relationships and distribution capabilities provides a strong foundation for continued growth.
Looking Towards the Future
From a small dairy cooperative established in the Bega Valley in 1899 to a diversified Australian food and beverage company, Bega Group’s journey has been shaped by generations of farmers, employees, customers and consumers.
Today, Bega Group continues to build on this heritage by investing in great food, iconic brands, innovation, people and sustainable growth.
With its Australian roots firmly at the heart of the business, Bega Group continues to pursue its vision of becoming The Great Australian Food Company.
Bega Group – Creating great food for a better future.