ANZCO Foods’ beef wins again against the world’s best

ANZCO Foods proudly earned seven medals across three of its premium beef brands at the prestigious 2024 World Steak Challenge, held in Amsterdam on 1 October. The company was also honored as a finalist for the Large Producer Award, a new category celebrating excellence in large-scale beef production.

The accolades included a gold medal for Stony River Black Angus sirloin, along with a bronze for its ribeye. Greenstone Creek secured silver medals for its tenderloin and ribeye, plus a bronze for its sirloin. Ocean Beef also shone, winning silver for its tenderloin and bronze for its ribeye.

“We’re thrilled to achieve another gold medal in this renowned competition for the fourth consecutive year,” shared Rick Walker, General Manager of Sales and Marketing at ANZCO Foods. “Being recognized as a finalist in the inaugural Large Producer Award is a significant achievement, highlighting our commitment to quality, sustainability, and leadership in the beef industry."

Rick also emphasized the importance of collaboration: “These results are a testament to the dedication of our farmers and the expertise of our processing teams, who play a vital role in delivering exceptional beef to our customers."

He added, “The recognition aligns perfectly with ANZCO Foods’ mission to provide the world with the finest New Zealand beef and lamb, contributing to global nutrition and offering an outstanding culinary experience for consumers and chefs worldwide."

Established in 2015, the World Steak Challenge showcases the best beef products from producers and suppliers around the globe. Each entry undergoes rigorous evaluation by a panel of over 80 independent experts. Winners, including the Large Producer Award honoree, are celebrated at a formal ceremony in London, with this year’s event set for 11 November.