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6 January 2026
Western Australian agrifood export eNews
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is pleased to launch the second round of the WA Domestic Market Pathways Program. Building on last year’s success, the 2026 program has been enhanced to provide participants with valuable insights and connect with opportunities in Australia’s retail and foodservice markets.
In collaboration with industry experts, the program will consist of a mix of workshops, 1-on-1 consultations and buyer introductions. With the emphasis on networking in the latter stages to build connections and foster business growth within the WA Food and Beverage sector.
The program consists of 4 phases with businesses able to exit the program at any stage. However, completion of the previous phases is required to advance to the next phase.
Program Breakdown
- Phase 1: Masterclass & 1-on-1 consultations for businesses to understand the current market and how their business fits within market.
- Phase 2: Pricing review and pitch deck workshop & 1-on-1 consultations for businesses to develop competitive pricing and pitch deck built for your audience.
- Phase 3: Pitching and buyer preparations will occur with our industry experts to get businesses ready for buyer meetings.
- Phase 4: Key distributor/retailer introductions and presentations will be arranged for businesses to develop key industry relationships for future business.
All participants must complete the previous stage to advance to the next stage. It is not required that participants complete all phases if they feel the program is not for their business.
Apply now? More program details can be viewed here. Applications close 5pm 30 January 2026.
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Australian packaged food, non-alcoholic beverage, horticulture, nutraceutical and allied sector clients are invited to exhibit at AAHAR 2026 New Delhi.
AAHAR is India’s largest and oldest food and beverage trade show. This year is the 40th edition of the event. AAHAR features over 1,700 exhibitors, including international pavilions, and businesses and producers in the following sectors:
- packaged food products and non-alcoholic beverages, dairy products, confectionery and bakery, fresh fruits and vegetables, and nutraceuticals
- food processing, consumer retail, hospitality, global food and cuisines, packaging solutions, and hospitality tech.
It will also feature live culinary experiences and master classes, with chef demonstrations, mixology sessions, and food tastings.
In 2026, Austrade will host the Australia's own nation branded Pavilion in the International arena for the 4th year, providing a platform for Australian businesses and producers to engage with other industry bodies and buyers.
Why you should participate
- Meet buyers at one of Asia’s largest food and beverage shows that spans over 70,000 square metres and attracts over 100,000 visitors from the pan-India region and global markets.
- Benefit from India’s retail surge.
- Tap into the quick-commerce boom offering a delivery service of between 10 and 20 minutes.
- Leverage Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement.
- Navigate India’s food import rules with confidence.
Even Details
- Date: 10 March 2026 - 14 March 2026
- Time:10:00 AM - 6:00 PM IST
- Location: Pragati Maidan New Delhi 110001, India
- Register online now.
Source and image: Austrade
The Australian Government is committed to a strong dairy industry completed the second review of the Dairy Code (the Review) in December 2025.
The Review assessed the role, impact and operation of the Dairy Code on the dairy industry. An industry Consultation Group provided information and evidence on the Dairy Code to support the Review.
The Review found the Dairy Code continues to operate largely as intended. It made several recommendations to provide farmers and processors greater flexibility and clarity when implementing the Dairy Code. There are also recommendations to improve education and understanding of the Dairy Code across the industry.
Introduced in 2020, the Dairy Code provides important protections for farmers and processors, ensuring fair trading, greater transparency and improved outcomes across the dairy supply chain.
Carried out by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, the review followed an earlier evaluation of the code in 2021.
The second review examined the role, impact and operation of the Dairy Code to assess whether it remains fit-for-purpose, and was informed by extensive industry consultation. It provided all stakeholders with the opportunity to contribute advice and evidence on the Code’s operation.
Dairy farm incomes are well above long-term averages and milk prices remain strong, reflecting the Albanese Government’s commitment to a thriving dairy industry.
Dairy exports hit a record $3.7 billion in 2024–25, with Australia ranked fifth globally, supported by new trade agreements, improved market access, and targeted initiatives to grow demand.
Source: DAFF | Image: iStock (Wirestock)
The Wine Education Centre (WEC) is the educational arm of the Wines of Western Australia. It is the prime provider of wine education for consumers and trade in Western Australia. It has been providing quality wine education for well over 40 years.
The Wine Essentials Course, organised by WEC, will be held over four consecutive weeks form 3 March 2026.
The course provides the necessary information for all wine enthusiasts who are looking to increase their wine knowledge and approach to tasting. It is also an appropriate course for those about to enter or are in the wine trade. All attendees that complete the course will receive a Certificate of Merit.
- Week One – Learn how to taste and assess a range of wine styles and understand the wine show system in Australia.
- Week Two – White wine production, styles and botrytis cinerea (noble rot).
- Week Three – Red wine production, styles, importance of oak and cellaring potential of wine.
- Week Four – Food and wine matching to be held at Samsons Paddock restaurant, Mosman Park.
Course commences Tuesday 3 March, 6.30pm - 8.30pm (2 hours/week).
- Venue: 229B Queen Victoria Street, North Fremantle WA 6159
- Tel: 9335 2702/ email enquiries: wec@winewa.asn.au
Source and image: Wines of WA
Australia’s red meat industry is demonstrating resilience, productivity gains and strong global demand in 2025, with record production, high prices and export performance forecast across beef, sheepmeat and goat sectors, according to Meat & Livestock Australia’s latest Top 10 trends of 2025 report.
MLA analysis shows Australia is on track to achieve record beef production of 20.79 million tonnes in 2025, produced from fewer cattle than previous peaks, highlighting long-term efficiency gains across genetics, feeding systems and on-farm productivity.
According to MLA’s Senior Market Information Analyst, Emiliano Diaz, the results underline the strength of Australia’s red meat supply chain in a challenging global environment.
“Larger average carcase weights and better productivity are allowing Australia to deliver record volumes of high-quality beef to global markets, even amid significant trade and weather volatility.”
The live cattle export industry is also showing resilience by rebounding to nearly 800,000 head − reflecting international demand for Australian cattle and the critical role food security plays in countries such as Indonesia.
The report highlights international trade uncertainty as a defining backdrop for 2025, with US tariffs, shifting global trade flows and increased South American competition. However, Australia’s trade diversification and reputation for safety, reliability and quality continue to underpin demand and support prices.
Across the sheep sector, lamb prices reached record highs in 2025, despite production remaining relatively robust, while structural changes in flock composition continue as producers prioritise meat breeds over wool.
The report also identifies record goat production, with slaughter numbers likely to surpass last year’s high, supported by growing demand from markets including South Korea, China and Canada.
“The diversification of export markets for goat meat is particularly significant,” Mr Diaz said. “It reduces reliance on a single destination and reflects growing global recognition of Australia’s capability to supply consistent, high-quality product.”
The Top 10 trends of 2025 report provides a forward-looking snapshot of the forces shaping Australia’s red meat industry and its continued role as a reliable supplier to global markets.
Find the full Top 10 Market Information Industry Trends for 2025 list here.
Source and image: MLA
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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