Golden North is a South Australia iconic premium quality ice cream company with a manufacturing facility based in the township of Laura, 230 kilometres north of Adelaide and is the largest employer in the town.
Famous for their creamy vanilla and honey flavoured ice creams, iconic Giant Twins and an ever growing range of foodservice lines, Golden North continues to grow into new markets.
Peter Adamo, General Manager shares his insights on what’s great about the SA food industry, his top three business tips, and Golden North’s greatest achievement and challenge.
What’s great about the SA Food Industry
It’s a great industry to be involved in because you meet a vast number of interesting people with similar growth aspiration and are passionate in driving SA reputation as the best in the Country.
Greatest achievement …
Golden North has completely removed palm oil from its ice cream products due to the impact on the world’s natural rainforests.
Greatest challenge …
Ensure business remains sustainable whilst operating in regional South Australia.
Top three business tips …
- Business plan is sustainable and achievable
- Build strong relationship with key customers and suppliers
- “Cash is King”
