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9 April 2024
Western Australian
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A taste of Western Australia at IFE London 2024
Western Australia was well-represented at the recent International Food and Drink Event (IFE) 2024 in London with 15 food and beverage companies showcasing their unique offerings to the international market.
The WA companies joined a dedicated Australian pavilion at IFE 2024, a collaborative effort organised by Austrade and supported by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) and Invest and Trade Western Australia.
The event attracted over 27,000 attendees, including retailers, wholesalers, and foodservice professionals, providing a chance to connect with potential international buyers. Companies at IFE were able to present their latest products and connect with industry experts and distributors, fostering new business partnerships.
DPIRD Agribusiness, Food and Trade Executive Director Liam O’Connell said that with its diverse and high-quality produce, WA's food and beverage industry is well-positioned to make a strong impression at global trade events.
"Trade exhibitions like IFE offer a chance to not only showcase the state's premium-quality primary produce and culinary excellence but also to forge new international connections and propel WA's food and beverage industry to new heights. The Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement has been a catalyst for our agribusiness providers in accessing the UK market and we look forward to continued success under these favourable market access conditions," Mr O'Connell said.
Source: DPIRD | Photo: DPIRD / Annabel Moeller [WA Minister for Agriculture and Food Jackie Jarvis MLC attended IFE with a delegation of WA meat producers.]
Are you a Western Australian agribusiness or food and beverage manufacturer investing in value-adding, or planning for your next investment?
You could be eligible for a share of $6 million in funding from the WA State Government through DPIRD’s Value Added Investment Grants which have been designed to support the development of WA food and beverage value adding industries. Individual grants of $15,000 to $1 million are available across two streams:
- Capital Investment stream, which targets businesses looking to expand, diversify or relocate their value adding and processing operations in WA.
- Feasibility stream, which provides financial support to assist businesses with planning, feasibility and other de-risking activities to support future capital investment decisions.
To find out more about the program and how to apply, register for the information webinar on Tuesday 9 April at 11:30 am.
For more information, please contact an Agribusiness Food and Trade member on 08 9368 3853 or email aftprograms@dpird.wa.gov.au.
Source and Photo: DPIRD
There has been a significant increase in the adoption of farm biosecurity signs in recent years, driven by increased awareness as a result of the global pandemic and nearby emergency animal disease threats. Landholders can create their own biosecurity signs using a free template on the Farm Biosecurity website, or have them made by a signwriter.
Grain growers can also download a similar template from the Plant Health Australia website. Free ready-made signs for grain growers are also available from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development’s Northam office.
Western Australian Grains Biosecurity Officer Jeff Russell said it was a good time to undertake an audit of signs, before the growing season commenced.
“These signs have a temporary life span and depending on exposure to the weather, especially the sun and wind, many are reaching the end of their useful life. While it is more costly to get a sign made up by a signwriter, growers can view this as a long-term investment for their farm business. If a group of growers place a bulk order for permanent signs the price per sign is reduced by sharing the set-up cost, making even more economic sense, ” Mr Russell said.
Mr Russell said farm signs were a simple but effective tool to manage on farm biosecurity risks. For more property biosecurity information and advice visit the Farm Biosecurity website.
Source and Image: DPIRD [WA Grains Biosecurity Officer Jeff Russell.]
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Source and Image: Austrade
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to expand its influence, smaller foodservice operators can now also reap the benefits, according to a new global report by agribusiness banking specialist Rabobank. In the report, Foodservice Update First Quarter 2024, Rabobank says AI is becoming more accessible to global foodservice operators of all sizes, facilitated by the vast offer of software-as-a-service (SaaS) providers and the increased availability of useful data.
Report co-author, United States-based RaboResearch senior analyst Thomas Bailey said today's AI applications in foodservice are primarily focused on increasing efficiency, reducing staff workload, optimising marketing strategies, and improving customer experience.
However, the report says, implementing AI is not without its challenges. “AI is a work in progress, it is far from perfect, and its implementation comes at a cost,” he said.
“The adoption of AI also carries potential risks, including customer alienation and technology-related issues.”
Despite these hurdles, Mr Bailey said the integration of AI into foodservice is not just a trend, but a competitive necessity.
Source: Rabobank | Photo: Jay Wennington / Unsplash
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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