Meat Processing and Export Conference 2025

MPEC25 brings together Australia’s meat processing and export industries, blending business-focused discussions with opportunities to tackle the big issues shaping the sector.

From trade policy and market access to sustainability and manufacturing resilience, MPEC25 delivers content tailored to those at the forefront of the industry. It’s also a chance to meet with peers, share insights, and walk away with actionable ideas to drive business forward.

MPEC25 brings together Australia’s meat processing and export industries, blending business-focused discussions with opportunities to tackle the big issues shaping the sector.

From trade policy and market access to sustainability and manufacturing resilience, MPEC25 delivers content tailored to those at the forefront of the industry. It’s also a chance to meet with peers, share insights, and walk away with actionable ideas to drive business forward.

Some of the MPEC 2025 highlights include:

  • Former Australian Ambassador to the United States Joe Hockey will share his experiences working with President-elect Donald Trump.
  • Asian Trade Centre Founder and Director Dr Deborah Elms discussing changing global trading patterns and how the Australian red meat sector could look to critical supply chains for guidance on how to navigate this evolution.
  • Geneva-based Gira Foods Meat and Livestock Director Rupert Claxton explaining the push for sustainability credentials throughout the EU and Asia.
  • North American Meat Institute Chief Executive Officer Julie Anna Potts providing insights into US processing and the current US agri-political landscape.
  • A panel discussion including RSPCA Chief Executive Officer Richard Mussell, Animal Welfare Scientist and Greenham Dairy Beef and Animal Welfare Manager Dr Sarah Bolton and Impetus Animal Welfare Chief Executive Officer Dr Michael Patching exploring the future of animal welfare and how Australia can lead in this space.

The official MPEC program is now available on the conference website with early bird tickets on sale until February 2025.

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November

Crafted Beer Festival is returning for its second year on Saturday 22 November 2025, pouring into Newcastle Foreshore and transforming it into a frothy craft beer playground.

May

Bringing together chefs, operators, buyers, suppliers, and innovators for three jam-packed days of action across industry trade shows, culinary competitions, free conference streams, awards, and the best hospitality party of the year.