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Thursday, August 24, 2023

First Nations businesses at Landing Pad in Singapore

Singapore Landing Pad empowers First Nations businesses

Austrade recently hosted nine First Nations businesses at its Landing Pad in Singapore. The specially selected participants came from sectors such as food, agritech, craft beer, beauty/cosmetics and fashion.

The 3-day program included workshops and masterclasses on branding, market entry and sector-specific challenges. The participants also visited renowned Singaporean retailers and showcased their food products to potential customers at a special dinner.

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News and insights

Dairy exporters to benefit from A-UKFTA

With an impressive import market value of US$3.8 billion, the recent A-UKFTA will provide opportunities to Australia's dairy industry.

Sweet news for sugar exporters under A-UKFTA

Thanks to the elimination of tariffs on sugar, Australia's export value to the United Kingdom has the potential to reach A$74m in 2024.

Australian goat meat makes an impact on the global market

Due to their resilience, goats are being commended as a lucrative business opportunity, with their meat exports peaking at A$296.7m in 2021–22.

Drought-resilient shrub goes east to support farmers in dry times

Native flora continue to play an active role in farming, with the drought tolerant Oldman Saltbush being rolled out to assist with dryer conditions across several states.

Australian export value continues decline as global wine market weakens

Take a look at the current market insights as Wine Australia discuss the global decline in consumption and the emerging trends in trade for Australia.

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Suspension of live cattle and buffalo exports to Malaysia

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry report a pause to live exports to Malaysia amid claims of a potential disease outbreak.

Grants open for wine and cider products

The Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grants program has officially opened, providing up to $100,000 in funding to wineries and cellar door operators who grow and promote agri-tourism.

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War on food waste looks to tax incentives for farmers and businesses

The ABC series is up and running again for a third season, talking all things waste including the potential role of policy and tax in curbing our leftovers.

Call for submissions on review of carbohydrate and sugar claims on alcoholic beverages

The feedback will focus on nutrition labelling and the voluntary disclosure of carbohydrates on alcoholic beverages.

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Success stories

Little Ripples making waves in Europe

SunRice CEO Rob Gordon and Chairman Laurie Arthur

Smiles all round at the SunRice Group

Australian cotton spins export success in Indonesia

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Events

Australian

11-14 September: Fine Food Australia

International

Austrade's Agribusiness, Food and Consumer 2023 - 2024 Trade Events Calendar.

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