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17 October 2023
Western Australian
agrifood export eNews
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development’s data sharing platform “Extrata” was the first of three products to be certified under the Australian Farm Data Code, announced last week by the National Farmers’ Federation.
“Being a new platform, it was imperative to get it certified so farmers know they can trust it,” said Tom Picton-Warlow, DPIRD's business development and natural capital lead.
“We’ve all seen the data hacks in the news. What the Code does is give farmers confidence we’ve got everything in place to keep their data safe, but it’s also important to us that our product stands up to a rigorous system.”
The Code is the first of its kind in Australia, intending to inform the data management policies of product and service providers who manage data on behalf of farmers.
It aims to promote adoption of digital technology, by ensuring that farmers have comfort in how their data is used, managed, and shared. More...
Source: DPIRD / NFF | Photo: Adobe Stock
We need rural leaders with the skills and knowledge to make informed decisions about the future of their enterprises and industries. We also know the unique challenges faced by rural women and how important grants for women are.
That’s why the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award was created – Australia’s leading award empowering and celebrating the inclusive and courageous leadership of women involved in Australia’s rural and emerging industries, businesses and communities, now and into the future.
Online applications for the 2024 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award are now open and will close close on Wednesday 25 October 2023 at 2 pm AWST. More...
Source and Image: AgriFutures Australia
An informational website has just been launched by Sweet Lupin Western Australia Inc. promoting lupins for food.
The website is an information portal that aims to provide consumers, food companies, health professionals and nutritionists with accurate up-to-date-knowledge about the attributes of the amazing and underutilised Australian lupin bean.
Western Australia is where the bean was first developed and currently grows about 85% of world’s production.
Contributors to the website include peer-reviewed scientists and experts from universities and institutions that have first-hand lupin experience and networks across the globe.
The project is funded by the Australian Government’s Agricultural Innovation Hubs Program with support from the WA Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and was initiated through the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub. More...
Source: Sweet Lupin WA | Photo: DPIRD
The biennial Western Australian Horticulture Update will be happening in 2 weeks, bringing all areas of horticulture together to grow connections and build knowledge on the changing landscape of horticultural production.
Taking place Tuesday 31 October to Wednesday 1 November at Ascot Racecourse, the theme for this year’s event is Practical technology innovation and application to improve horticultural practices from grower to consumer.
This is a chance to connect with growers, industry and trade representatives and researchers on the latest news and developments in this dynamic sector of the WA agricultural industry. The conference offers a valuable opportunity for participants to find out more about innovative technology, addressing challenges and opportunities facing our industry now and, in the future.
Presenters include Mike Lee, Principal Futurist, the Future Market; Dr Roger Lawes, CSIRO farming systems scientist and team leader for Digital Decisions; Sam Bailey, farmer, pilot and best-selling author; and Liz Brennan, a dynamic leader in Australia’s agricultural sector.
Register now. For further information, please contact Tina Buckley on 08 9777 0162, or email tina.buckley@dpird.wa.gov.au. More...
Source and Image: DPIRD
Wine retail buyer tour explores fine wines of Margaret River and Great Southern
WA Wines to the World – together with the South West Development Commission, Great Southern Development Commission (TradeStart), and Australia’s South West – funded a delegation of 10 wine retail buyers to visit Margaret River and the Great Southern in an aim to create new relationships and sales opportunities for both new-to-market and established WA wine brands.
This industry-led immersive tour covered both regions, packed full of curated producer tastings, regional masterclasses and trade showcase events, as well as exploration of the landscapes and terroir of the regions. Retail buyers from the United Kingdom (UK) and selected Asian markets took part, including direct importers and those seeking to expand their wine ranges via third party importer/distributors.
More than 40 WA fine wine producers were showcased through multiple activations ranging from new-to-market tastings and business matching events to educational masterclasses and more experiential events that capitalised on the stunning landscapes of both wine regions.
Coinciding with the retail buyer tour, internationally renowned wine writer and influencer Matthew Jukes was also in the region, meeting up with the tour group across a number of events. As a key figure in the UK and European media, Mr Jukes was also an exciting addition as international guest judge at the WA Good Food Guide Wine Awards Night in Perth on 9 October.
WA Wines to the World, an industry-led export program jointly funded by industry, Wines of Western Australia and the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, aims to substantially increase the premium wine exported. To find out more about WA Wines to the World and upcoming wine export opportunities, please contact Ms Liz Mencel at liz@hydraconsulting.com.au.
Source and Photo: WA Wines to the World
WA Seafood Industry Awards set for 3 May 2024
The Western Australian seafood industry will once again come together and celebrate excellence, innovation and long-time fishing friendships with the WA Seafood Industry Awards set for 3 May 2024 at the Esplanade Hotel Fremantle.
COVID-19 border closures saw the National Seafood Industry Awards schedule shift out by 12 months, so the WA Fishing Industry Council (WAFIC) has adjusted the state awards to better align with the national event.
The re-aligned timeline will also make it easier for state winners to update their submissions for national selection.
The event will feature WA’s best seafoods and celebrity seafood chefs, along with a selection of beverages for an all-inclusive ticket price. Ticket prices will be confirmed soon and go on sale shortly.
Stay tuned for upcoming opportunities for sponsorships and other engagements to WA's premier seafood event. Updates will be posted to the WAFIC website.
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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