Agri-food
Agri-food companies choose New South Wales (NSW) because it offers diverse growing conditions, well serviced infrastructure, a strategic location for servicing the eastern seaboard and access to export markets.
NSW also stands out for having an excellent reputation for clean, green ethically-developed produce, supported by an integrated food safety regulatory framework (the NSW Food Authority).
How we assist agri-food companies to invest
NSW Trade & Investment assists businesses that are contemplating significant new investment, whether establishing a new operation, relocating a business or expanding an existing business.
Services are delivered to businesses free-of-charge.
For agri-food companies that are looking to enter the market, the Department can:
- help undertake feasibility studies / business plans by providing tailored data on the local market
- provide briefing information on specific agri-food investment opportunities in NSW
- provide advice on how to set up a business in NSW, including advice on taxation and regulatory issues specific to the agri-food sector (such as packaging, labelling and food safety)
- make direct introductions to regulatory authorities.
For existing companies that are looking to grow, the Department can:
- act as an advocate within government for investment proponents
- help shortlist sites in NSW that suit the requirements of the investment
- set up introductions with business networks and supply chain partners
- link businesses with local research and training institutions
- provide marketing assistance, both domestically and internationally.
For new and existing companies, the Department can provide advice on other support and incentives that may be available for the investment project.
For a full list of available services click here. Read more about the agri-food industry in NSW.
Examples of agri-food companies we have assisted
The Department has worked with many domestic and international companies such as Bluetongue Brewery (a joint venture between Coca-Cola amatil and SABMiller), Sydney Fish Market, Kellogg Australia, Casella, Viterra and Quality Ingredients.
Case study — Bluetongue Brewery
Coca-Cola Amatil announced that Pacific Beverages, its joint venture alcoholic beverages company with SABMiller, is building a $100 million boutique premium brewery at Warnervale on the Central Coast.
Pacific Beverages is looking to invest up to $100 million in the brewery development, called Bluetongue Brewery, creating jobs for as many as 120 people.
The Group Managing Director of Coca-Cola Amatil and chairman of Pacific Beverages, Terry Davis, thanked the Department and Wyong Shire Council for their assistance and support on this project.
The Warnervale site was chosen for its proximity to Sydney – Australia's largest beer market, despite heavy competition from potential sites in Victoria and Queensland.
Further information
NSW Industry Profile - Food & Beverage
Information and statistics on the food sector in NSW.
NSW Aquaculture Profile
Information and statistics on the aquaculture sector in NSW.
NSW Wine Industry Profile
Information and statistics on the wine sector in NSW.
NSW Department of Primary Industries
The NSW Government fosters the sustainable development of primary industries.
NSW Food Authority
Information on the role of the NSW Food Authority as well as contact details.
Contact details
If you are contemplating an agri-food investment in NSW, contact the Department as the first step to find out what assistance is available.
Paul Judge
Senior Manager
+61 (2) 9338 6658
paul.judge@business.nsw.gov.au