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Tag: Agriculture / Agtech

ScaleUP WA + WAFBA Presents Scaling Up Food and Beverage

Join ScaleUP WA for an exciting masterclass, kindly hosted by Commonwealth Bank and delivered in partnership with the WA Food and Beverage Alliance (WAFBA), a co-operative established between the Shire of Murray, Food Innovation Precinct WA (FIPWA) and the City of Canning. This special event also marks the launch of the ScaleUP WA 2025 Food and Beverage Stream.

Bringing together innovative agri-food businesses with leading practitioners and industry stakeholders, this event features keynote speakers and panelists, including business owners and experienced advisers who will share the key factors behind their growth and success. They will discuss the greatest opportunities for the sector moving forward and outline what is needed to capitalise on these opportunities.

Learn more and register: ScaleUP WA + WAFBA Presents Scaling Up Food and Beverage

CSIRO Conversations: Fork in the road – time to design the food system we want

In this new report CSIRO has explored our currently limited view of the food system and what we can do differently to meet our food system goals.
The report uses science to explain the challenges and opportunities and how we can better connect the different elements. It’s a call to action to create the food system we want for the future. The panel, moderated by Larelle McMillan, will explore the findings of the report and the next steps.

Learn more here: CSIRO Conversations: Fork in the road – time to design the food system we want

AARP Monthly Sundowner x Cyber West Summit Welcome Reception

Speakers

Welcome Address – Emma O’Neil, Director, Cyber West Hub

Panel Discussion – “International Spotlight on Cyber”
Chair – Dr Glenn Murray
Scott Flower PhD, Founder, CI-ISAC International
Representatives from Philippines & India DelegationsAgenda

4.00pm: Arrival, Registration & Networking

4.10pm: Introduction and Welcome – CORE & Cyber West Summit

4.20pm: Cyber West Summit Welcome Reception

5.00pm: Networking and Refreshments
AARP Facility Tour
Tech Demo from AARP User

6.00pm: Event concludes

Learn more and register: AARP Monthly Sundowner x Cyber West Summit Welcome Reception 

DEADLINE: Job Opportunity – Associate – Beanstalk AgTech

Beanstalk is a leading ventures and advisory firm dedicated to driving profitable and sustainable agrifood systems.

They are on the lookout for a high-performing, entrepreneurial, and impact-driven individual to join their team.

As an associate, you will be working within a team to deliver agrifood innovation projects across Australia and Indo-Pacific region. You will be working with stakeholders from startups to multinational corporations.

Applications for this role will close Friday 23 May, 2025.

Learn more and apply: DEADLINE: Job Opportunity – Associate – Beanstalk AgTech

From event to movement: Co-creating the future of evokeAG

Join the evokeAG team in a co-design workshop to:

  • Co-create the next chapter of Australia’s premier agrifood innovation platform.

  • Put the right questions on the table and spotlight the voices that matter.

  • Help evolve evokeAG into a platform that increases impact and relevance across the years.

  • Shape how evokeAG can better serve the full agrifood innovation ecology.

During the ideation sessions, explore:

  • Who evokeAG is for (e.g. producers, investors, founders, researchers)

  • The change evokeAG seeks to drive in the agrifood system

  • Long-term positioning from 2026 through to 2030

  • A shared outcome for all participants: “By participating in evokeAG, they…”

Who should attend?

  • Industry leaders
  • RDCs (Rural Development Corporations)
  • DAFF representatives
  • Producers
  • Investors
  • Founders
  • Researchers
  • Young and emerging leaders

3 OTHER DATES AVAILABLE TO REGISTER

Global Food and Beverage Industry Trends

Join the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development for an insightful workshop with the United Kingdom’s “Dr Food”, Professor David Hughes

With his extensive knowledge of global food and beverage issues, Professor Hughes will delve into trends and industry developments, while highlighting opportunities for Western Australian manufacturers.

Professor Hughes will provide insights into food packaging, production, consumer behaviour, and marketing opportunities in the context of a dynamic global food and beverage landscape. He will also look at the global political environment we are operating in, and how changing political policies have impacted expectations and confidence.

Learn more: Global Food and Beverage Industry Trends

 

DEADLINE: 2025 Australian Agritech Awards

Think your agritech innovation deserves national recognition?

Apply now for the 2025 Australian Agritech Awards and be recognised for your contribution to innovation, sustainability, and impact across the agrifood sector. Whether you’re in livestock, climate or an exceptional leader – there’s a category for you. Winners will be announced at the 3rd Annual Awards Gala on June 3, 2025, in Brisbane.

Learn more HERE

DEADLINE: Elevate (Cicada Innovations)

This agtech focused Elevate is a fully-funded, in-person 2-day intensive for researchers, innovators, and early-stage startups ready to explore commercialisation pathways in the grains sector – from soil to seed and everything in between.

Workshop program dates: June 3rd & 4th 2025

Designed specifically for deep tech innovation in agriculture, this workshop is backed by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) and includes a supporting e-learning module to keep the momentum going beyond the room.

Across two packed days, you’ll work alongside industry leaders, seasoned entrepreneurs, and commercialisation experts who know what it takes to grow an idea into a venture that’s fundable, scalable, and farmer-ready.

Learn more HERE

Annual Forum: Changes in Agriculture

Join AgVocateWA at their Annual Forum for an informative day, as they cover key changes in the industry and what it all means for young people.

The conference will be followed by a networking sundowner at the Claremont Hotel

Learn more HERE