Madebox

We can't believe it has been six months since the holiday season. We wanted to share this thank-you video we did with producers for our client Bendigo Bank, who gave boxes to all of their staff across Australia. A campaign such as this has a real economic impact on small-batch makers—it's not only an excellent gift for recipients but also supports small businesses that need it most. This video was shared on the staff intranet so that employees could get those 'good feels' again about the support that their employer is showing their local communities. And we can help you tell your story of supporting locals, too. #corporategifts #supportlocal #smallbatch #australianmade

We are pumped for the The Finders Keepers market here in Melbourne / Naarm this weekend! We teamed up with the FK Legends to present a range of limited edition Madebox boxes featuring a super collection of FK market producers. See you there - Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton, 12-14 July. Katie Smith Ashleigh Stallard Chai Addict ShortHive Ziggy's Wildfoods Gabriel Enrique Gutnik Brookies Six-Eyed Scorpion Bendigo Brittle Just a Glass Australia Mwerre Samantha Finnegan Alessandro Soldi Jason Tonelli GAICD

We worked with our small-batch makers and our friends at Visit Victoria to help entertain guests at this year's Australian Tourism Exchange event, held in Melbourne. Delightful little treats to help guests wind down for the evening after a long and rewarding three days learning about the best Australia has to offer! The goodies included hot chocolate shots by Cuvée Chocolate, amazing Henry Sugar Bar tempura chips, lavender sleep cream from Chinchin Farms, Chai Addict shots, Cabosse & Feve Chocolates and divine body salt scrub from The Spa Beechworth. So good!!! With thanks to Visit Vic's Makida Kebede, Rebecca Schuh, vanu allmand, and Seeker Agency gems Rebekah Clarke-Smith and Anna Sangster for giving us the opportunity to showcase these wonderful makers with your guests! #supportlocal #visitvictoria #ate24 😍

Ever wondered what goes into making Bean-To-Bar chocolate? And why is there a global shortage of coca right now? Read about our deep dive into the challenges artisan chocolate makers face and why buying small-batch is best. And the tastiest! #SupportLocal #ArtisanChocolate #CocoaShortage #SustainableChocolate #AustralianMade #BeanToBar #ChocolateLovers #EthicalEating #FoodieFeature

We love happy customers and getting these goodies in front of new people!

Weather poses a formidable challenge for our dedicated small-batch producers, influencing the success of their crops and ultimately affecting pricing. It can be a make-or-break situation for these businesses. Michael Esposito, owner of Kangaroo Island Olives, aptly says, "Several factors have contributed to (our) price increase. However, the main contributor is that we are short-supplied, as are Australia, Europe, and the USA. Demand is very high while supply remains low." The implications of this shortage are compounded by the disappointing outlook for the 2024 harvest, which is proving to be exceptionally challenging. Michael explains, "The trees simply didn't produce the fruit. A lack of buds during spring meant the tree couldn't produce fruit. 2023 was an above-average year; we knew 2024 would be an 'off-year', but we didn't expect it would be this challenging. This is mainly due to the biennial nature of olive trees." These circumstances further underscore the immense obstacles that our small-batch producers face. However, there is a glimmer of hope on the horizon. Despite the difficulties, Michael mentions a significant amount of new canopy growth, indicating the potential for a fruitful 2025 crop season. This ray of optimism highlights these producers' resilience and unwavering commitment to overcome the hurdles they encounter. In these trying times, rallying around our local producers becomes more critical than ever. They need our support to weather these challenges and continue thriving. As Michael rightfully concludes, "It's going to be a challenging 12 months for our business. Now is the time, more than ever, we need customer support." Let's show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication as we navigate the rising cost of living and consider the burdens our farmers face. #SupportLocal #SmallBatchProducers #AgricultureChallenges #OliveFarming #ClimateImpact #SustainableFarming #LocalFarms #FarmersSupport #FoodSecurity #AgricultureResilience #CropProduction #SustainableAgriculture #FarmToTable #WeatherImpact #FarmingCommunity

Thanks Jason Tonelli GAICD, for the support and your talent; we are thrilled to have you onboard! Onwards & and upwards while we celebrate small-batch producers and what they do.