Supporting food and beverage industries

We work with businesses and the community to help secure South Australia's reputation as a producer of premium food and beverages.

This includes seeking opportunities for development and promoting the unique food culture offerings across our regions.

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South Australian ambassadors

Our ambassadors are passionate advocates and supporters of the state's food, beverage, and agricultural industries.

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Industry scorecard

Scorecards evaluate the contribution that our food and beverage industries make to SA’s economy. They also identify opportunities for growth.

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Produce sectors

South Australia has a world-leading and vibrant food culture. Learn about the vital produce sectors that form our agribusiness.

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SA advantages

Our clean environment and production standards deliver premium food and beverages, with potential for local, national, and overseas growth.

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Culinary tourism in SA

Delicious produce is readily available from our farmers, fishers, artisans, and winemakers. Discover dining experiences that are renowned in each region.

Food sciences

SARDI's research supports high-value food manufacturing and services. We turn concepts into products and connect local businesses with market-ready opportunities.

About food and beverages

Our food and beverage industries are a vital part of the state’s economy, bringing together government, universities, research agencies, and the food manufacturing industry.

In 2022–23 our food and wine industry generated $14.9 billion in overall industry revenue for South Australia – learn more in the food and beverage toolkit.

Fight food waste

The Fight Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre transforms food waste into high-value co-products, engaging with industry and consumers to deliver behavioural change.

Industry toolkits
Industry toolkits

Our toolkits demonstrate the competitive advantages of each agribusiness sector.

They offer consistent messages, images, infographics, and industry aids to promote food and beverages.

SA businesses can use these resources in business planning and marketing products to local and international investors.

Learn more

Contact

For more information, please email us.

pirsa.agfoodandwine@sa.gov.au