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The Western Australian Government is celebrating the arrival of WA avocados in India and supporting the new export market to grow.
More than 320 tonnes of WA avocados, valued at over $1.6 million, have now been exported to India via sea freight, with most supplies coming from Delroy Orchards, in the Southern Forests region.
The first commercial shipment arrived late last year after the removal of a 30% tariff on Australian Hass avocados, as part of the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement.
Appetite for WA avocados continues to grow with increasing demand in India, the Middle East and across Asia. WA avocados are highly sought after because of their appearance, flavour, creamy texture and high quality.
Avocados are WA's highest value fruit industry, reaching record production of 65,000 tonnes in 2023-24, with supplies building as orchards at Gingin, Carabooda, Busselton, Manjimup and Pemberton come to full maturity in the next five years.
The WA Government recently supported a trade promotion in India where the State's home-grown avocados were being showcased.
The launch of Australian Avocados in India is being led by Avocados Australia and the Australian Government, with the support of the WA Government and follows successful trial shipments by WA growers and exporters.
Source: WA Minister for Agriculture and Food | Photo: DPIRD [Minister Jackie Jarvis MLC with Ben Norrish, Group General Manager, Delroy Orchards.]
Invest and Trade Western Australia announces that applications are now open for the 2024 Western Australian Export Awards. The program celebrates the achievement of WA businesses exporting home-grown innovation to the world.
Applying for the WA Export Awards in 2024 allows businesses to look critically at their operations, guided by the awards criteria, that highlight what is paramount for successful international business. The awards – across 13 different categories, including Agribusiness, Food and Beverage and Regional Exporter– are also an opportunity to benchmark your business against others within your industry.
The state winners will be announced at the WA Export Awards 2024 Gala Dinner on Thursday 19 September. All winners will automatically advance as finalists to the Australian Export Awards in Canberra on Wednesday 20 November to vie for the National award in their category. The winners of each category will receive $2,500 in funding to cover flights for two representatives to attend the National awards. Applications close Wednesday 14 June 2023.
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Are you ready to be inspired and empowered to make a difference in the food and beverage manufacturing sector? Join us for a day of discovery and innovation at Turning the Dial 2024, with a choice of five exciting breakout workshops designed to spark creativity and drive positive change.
- Food Waste: What more could we do? Dive deep into the critical issue of food waste and explore practical solutions to maximise value-adding opportunities within the food and beverage manufacturing sector.
- Sustainable Packaging: The balance between 2025 & 2030 Targets Learn how to navigate the food waste and packaging waste paradox and how to design the optimum packaging with the lowest environmental impacts without unintended consequences.
- ESG: Co-designing sustainability solutions for the WA F&B manufacturing sector Collaborate with like-minded individuals and industry experts to co-design sustainable solutions tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities of Western Australia.
- Food Technology Discover the resources available at the Sustainable Innovative Food Technology (SIFT) Centre and how they can revolutionise your manufacturing processes for greater efficiency and innovation.
- Practicalities of ESG – How to Prepare, Plan and Respond to the Green Economy Gain practical insights into preparing your business for the green economy, from initial planning to effective response strategies.
Purchase your ticket now for Turning the Dial 2024 which takes at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre on Thursday 30 May 2024.
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The best of the best in Western Australia's seafood industry basked in the spotlight at the recent 2024 WA Seafood Industry Awards gala event, held at Fremantle's Esplanade Hotel.
Hosted by the WA Fishing Industry Council, the event celebrated achievements in sustainability, excellence, and innovation across the sector. Over 350 industry participants and seafood representatives gathered to witness the recognition of their peers.
Winners in 13 categories will have the honour of automatically competing in the national Australian Seafood Industry Awards which take place at Seafood Directions 2024 in Hobart, Tasmania, from 10 to 12 September 2024.
Additionally, the WA-specific Deckhand Award – sponsored by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development – recognised the tireless efforts of those working on the industry's frontlines.
Source and Photo: WAFIC
Further information
Agribusiness, commercial fishing and aquaculture news from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD). If you have any questions or information to share, please email export@dpird.wa.gov.au.
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