Overall findings
Australian supermarkets demonstrated some commitment to addressing health and nutrition issues, but much stronger action is needed across the sector
Overall findings
Most of the largest Australian food and beverage manufacturers have some stated commitment to addressing obesity and population nutrition issues, but companies varied substantially in the transparency, comprehensiveness and specificity of their policies and commitments
Overall findings
Australian supermarkets demonstrated some commitment to addressing health and nutrition issues, but much stronger action is needed across the sector
Overall findings
Most of the largest Australian food and beverage manufacturers have some stated commitment to addressing obesity and population nutrition issues, but companies varied substantially in the transparency, comprehensiveness and specificity of their policies and commitments

Conclusion and implications
Australian food and beverage manufacturers have acknowledged their responsibility for being part of efforts to prevent obesity and improve population diets, and have some related policies and commitments in place. However, companies varied substantially in their policies and commitments, and there is considerable room for improvement for all companies.
Food and beverage manufacturers need to implement a broad range of actions to contribute to societal efforts to create healthier food environments in Australia.Industry associations, such as the Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) and the Australian Beverages Council, can support individual companies to adopt this report’s recommendations and coordinate company action across the sector.
Governments need to closely monitor the implementation of company policies and commitments related to obesity prevention and nutrition, and consider stronger policy intervention where voluntary company actions are insufficient. Other stakeholder groups,including investors, need to monitor company progress, particularly as part of evaluation of company contributions to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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