| | Australian Export Awards are now open for applications! | The Australian Export Awards will this year celebrate its 60th anniversary of showcasing the achievements of Australia's leading exporters.
Since the inaugural awards in 1963, the annual program has recognised 1,990 Australian businesses.
Applications for this year's awards open today and close in June, with winners announced in November. For more information, including categories, judging criteria and how to enter, go to exportawards.gov.au | | | | | |
| | Keeping Up with one of the fastest growing industries in agriculture | Horticulture is projected by AgriFutures to be the largest growth sector in agriculture. Find out more about the contribution of investment in people and technology which will drive growth. | | | | | |
| | | Australia remains a standout destination for trade and investment. The IMF says our recovery was 'faster than in most advanced economies', and Austrade's Why Australia Benchmark Report 2022 delves into the five factors that underpin that success.
They include our resilient economy, dynamic industries, skilled workforce, global business performance, and strong governance. The Benchmark Report for 2022 is available for download here. | | | | | |
Four top tips for wine businesses planning to export | When it comes to wine exports, it is important you are set up for success. Discover the four tips from Export Finance Australia for a successful export journey. | | | | | |
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| | Becoming makers, not takers of agritech' with Sarah Nolet | Listen to Food Futurists x evokeAG. podcast collaboration series with Andy Lowe, featuring Sarah Nolet, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Tenacious Ventures as they explore the rise of digital agriculture. | | | | | |
| | Frucor Suntory to build A$400m manufacturing facility in Australia | Japanese drinks giant Frucor Suntory is investing A$400 million in a beverage manufacturing facility in Queensland. The project is expected to create around 450 construction and installation jobs. When it is operational, the facility will offer 160 long-term roles. | | | | | |
| | Diversification of wine exports cultivates profits | Exports excluding mainland China declined by 3 per cent in volume but increased by 7 per cent in value to $2.03 billion – the highest value since 2010. | |
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| | Opportunities as Colombia temporarily reduces tariffs | The Colombian Government has temporarily reduced tariffs on 182 goods arriving from 1 April 2022. Reductions will be in place for 6 to 12 months. | |
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| | Melbourne to Los Angeles Route Extended | IFAM-supported flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles with Qantas have been extended. Flights operate Tuesday-Saturday. See the IFAM Flight Schedule Outbound for more information. | | |
| | | IFAM would like to thank attendees who joined our May cycle of Industry Briefings and participated in the Q&A sessions. To register your interest in attending IFAM's free virtual briefings for Meat, Seafood, Dairy and Horticulture sectors, please email airfreight@austrade.gov.au | | |
| | Export-to-India roadshow tours Australia | The new Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement creates export opportunities for Australian agribusinesses. An Austrade roadshow will visit major cities in May-June to brief exporters on new prospects. The next event will be held in Darwin on 17 May. For events in other locations and dates please click here to find out more. | | |
| | AgriFutures evokeAG. speaker open call | The evokeAG. 2023 speaker open call is now open and closes on Tuesday, 31 May 2022 at 12pm (noon) AEST. Submit an expression of interest in the speaker open call here or to purchase early bird tickets visit evokeag.com/events | | |
| | Webinar: Navigating complex trade sanctions against Russia and Belarus | 26 May: New trade sanctions against Russia and Belarus are adding to business risks and compliance challenges. Receive practical advice for managing sanctions to keep compliant from Thomson Reuters, KPMG and the Australian Sanctions Office. | | | | | |
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