Industry experts to fortify Australia’s world-leading agribusiness capabilities at Expo 2020 Dubai during Food, Agriculture and Livelihoods Week
As one of Australia’s most significant industries, the agribusiness industry is crucial to the nation’s post-pandemic rebuild. Australia’s world leading position across the sector will be promoted through a range of discussions, forums and events during Expo 2020 Dubai’s Food, Agriculture and Livelihoods Week, from 17 to 23 February 2022.
Australia is at the forefront of tackling global issues relating to food security, sustainability, and supply chains, with AUD800 million invested annually through 15 Rural Research and Development Corporations (RDCs) to improve the profitability and sustainability of rural industries and communities.
Australia presents exciting investment opportunities in the sector. With over 300 agritech and foodtech companies, Australia is renowned for its premium produce and agricultural innovation. Yearly Australian exports to the UAE are valued at AUD688 million, with the agribusiness relationship between the two countries a strong economic driver for both.
Throughout Expo’s Food, Agriculture & Livelihoods Week, leading experts, chefs and changemakers from across the globe will deliberate and discuss how farms of the future will utilise technology to feed the planet. A significant contingent of Australian experts across the agtech and foodtech sectors will discuss, among other topics:
- Ensuring agriculture works in harmony with our ecosystems
- Cultivating responsible consumption habits to reduce food waste
- Transforming the way we produce and consume, to ensure good food for all.
Home to 60 per cent of the world’s organic farmland, covering 35 million hectares, Australia leads the world in producing ‘clean and green foods.’ With robotics and remote sensors for traceability, bioscience, and advanced food manufacturing technologies, Australia’s agricultural sector embraces emerging technologies to ensure the quality and sustainability of food production, increased efficiency, and waste reduction. To foster long-term prosperity of the supply chain, Australian meat and livestock experts focus on delivering responsible, sustainable and high-quality products, from the farm to the table.
To showcase the best of Australian produce, bringing the ‘farm to table’ concept to life, world-class Australian Celebrity chef Aaron Brooks will take centre stage at Expo’s Australia Pavilion from 15 to 19 February 2022. Working alongside the team from True Aussie Beef and Lamb Chef Brooks, also knowns as the “Lambassador,” will delight guests with inventive Australian cuisine.
Throughout Food, Agriculture & Livelihoods Week, a large number of Australian experts will be participating in events to showcase Australian capabilities. Highlights include:
World Majlis | Food for Thought: How will we Eat in the Future? — 4-6pm, 22 February 2022, Italy Pavilion
Features Professor Michelle Colgrave (Virtual), Molecular Analysis Team Leader at Queensland-based CSIRO Agriculture and Food. Professor Colgrave will address questions around what the future diet might look like. CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation) is Australia’s National Science agency and helps solve the world’s greatest challenges through innovation in science and technology.
Food for Future Summit – 10 – 6pm, 23 February 2022, DEC Hall 1 South
Featuring David Davies, CEO of AgUnity. The UAE Food and Water Security Office will host an inaugural summit that will serve as an annual platform for the world’s policymakers, food producers, innovators, researchers, investors and community members to leverage their various expertise and develop strategies for safeguarding present and future generations from hunger and malnutrition. The conference will feature inspiring and practical use cases on: tech-enabled food production; overcoming the food waste battle, redefining nutrition policies, facilitating global agri-business trade and immediate and effective responses to food crises and emergencies.
‘Key Ingredients’ Food for the Soul: Exploring Traditions of Gastronomy and Cultivation Through the Ages — 12-4pm, 26 February 2022, Australia Pavilion
Held at Australia Pavilion’s central forecourt, Justin McGowan, Commissioner General, Australia, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) will host this event which brings a playful approach to the intrinsic link between food and culture. The event will invite local, regional and international artists, chefs, researchers, scientists, and curators to share their stories.
Alongside these thought-provoking events during Expo’s Food, Agriculture & Livelihoods Week, the Australian Pavilion’s forecourt eateries will offer guests an array of Aussie classics including Tim Tams, Vegemite and Milo, along with gourmet Australian produce. Visitors will enjoy a range of events, demonstrations, and competitions as Australia welcomes the world with open arms to learn about the nation’s leading capabilities in food and agribusiness.
