Food, Wine and Agribusiness

Sector

Food, Wine and Agribusiness

Horticulture – Dairy – Grains – Meat and Livestock – Seafood and Aquaculture – Wine – Food manufacturing – Beverages

Highlights


South Australia is internationally recognised as a reliable, safe and sustainable producer and exporter of premium fresh and value-added food and beverages, grown in a clean environment, using world-leading technology and practices.

South Australia produces 80% of Australia’s premium wine. 

Our state has the largest agricultural research precinct in the Southern Hemisphere located near to the Australian Institute of Machine Learning for collaboration on crop management and farming conditions.

Investing in Food, Wine and Agribusiness


South Australia is centrally located, making our state an ideal hub for the distribution of premium food across Australia, with established export networks by air and sea for export to Asia.
 
We have strong biosecurity frameworks and traceability systems and are close to a diverse range of agricultural sub-sectors such as dairy, grains, horticulture, fisheries and aquaculture, viticulture, forestry and livestock.
 
South Australia dominates the Australian wine industry, with just under half of all Australian vineyards situated in our state – we’re home to over 700 wineries and 500 cellar doors.

Investment advantages 


South Australia provides the perfect environment for primary producers to connect with ag-tech developers through collaborative networks. Our state also has the largest concentration of agricultural research institutions in the Southern Hemisphere.
 
We are home to the most diverse and innovative range of aquaculture systems in Australia and the only state with an Aquaculture Act.
 
We’re the most cost-effective mainland state in Australia, have strong logistics networks, are close to Asia and have agricultural land available close to the city centre, providing financial efficiencies to companies.

Connected ecosystem 


Our food and wine are amongst the best in the world, offered against some of the most stunning landscapes and scenes. We provide an immersive visitor experience when people come to our state.
 
Working with the hi-tech sector in South Australia provides opportunities for the application of ag-tech to enhance agricultural productivity, profitability and sustainability.

Innovation precincts


Collaboration is in our DNA here in South Australia. You will have access to some of the best innovation precincts where high-profile businesses, academia, industry bodies and government are co-located and working together.

  • Roseworthy Campus

    Roseworthy Campus is an internationally renowned centre for excellence in dryland agriculture, natural resource management and animal production.

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  • Waite Research Precinct

    Waite Research Precinct is a world-class research, development, teaching and commercialisation precinct. Underpinning Australia’s agricultural industries with both fundamental and applied research, the Waite’s great strengths are in grains, soil and wine.

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Investment opportunities

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    Investment: Merger and acquisition

    Dulwich Bakery Business Growth

    Strategic positioning in the baked foods area through acquisition, merger or sale, without a predetermined time frame. Project size flexible, depending on structure, circa $2.0m.

    • Food, wine and agribusiness
    • Investment range:
      A$2M
    • Dulwich Bakery
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  • Investment: Direct investment

    Open Paddock - naturally healthier eggs using community-based business model

    Mrs Clucks – producer of open-paddock, true free-range eggs - got cracking, proved the commercial viability of egg production using sustainable farming methods for a healthier environment. Consumers demanded and supermarkets responded taking cage eggs off shelves from 2025. The egg industry is distressed, disrupted, needing flexibility. Mrs Clucks is expanding production as a viable alternative to production volume, to deliver a healthier egg and build stronger communities. Experienced team, established business, customers in place.

    • Food, wine and agribusiness
    • Investment range:
      A$500K - A$600K
    • MRS CLUCKS PTY LTD
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  • Investment: Direct investment

    Gourmet Seafood Dip Manufacturer

    Strategic marketing and promotion to target new distribution outlets and development of new seafood premium dip varieties to compete in other markets.

    • Food, wine and agribusiness
    • True Blue Dips
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Primary contact

Help for investing in South Australia's Food, Wine and Agribusiness sector

Nicolle Sincock

Nicolle Sincock

Director - Food, wine and agribusiness

Expert advice, support and guidance for exporters, buyers and investors looking to tap into South Australia’s internationally recognised food, wine and agribusiness sector.

Contact

+61 418 215 838 Nicolle.Sincock@sa.gov.au

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