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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September

The 13th ICSD 2025 will be an opportunity to share ideas and research findings relevant to the Sustainability Science, through the European network of academics.

Get ready to raise your glass even higher, because the Gold Coast edition of Crafted Beer Festival is back for another day of breweries, bands, and bites that’s sure to keep the good times rolling. Head to Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach, on 13 September for an unforgettable day of craft beer, live music, and gourmet eats by the beach.

drinktec 2025 will bring together experts from the beverage and liquid food industry in Munich from 15-19 September 2025. drinktec aims to be the premiere platform for world firsts, where exhibitors from all over the world present the entire value chain with their innovative solutions for beverage and liquid food production.

October

Personal discussions and contacts with relevant buyers and decision-makers, well-filled order books and a high level of internationality among the visitors, the clear structure with 10 trade shows under one roof, a complete overview of all trends and themes with valuable insights and inspiration: Anuga presents you the future of the food industry on a silver platter.

Food & Hospitality Queensland is returning to Brisbane from 12-13 October 2025. This is the must-attend event of the year for anyone working in the food or hospitality sector. Come along and be inspired by the latest food, drink and equipment ideas.   

The Gluten-Free Expo is the largest dedicated gluten-free event in Australia. It provides an ideal platform to showcase your gluten-free products to targeted, qualified gluten-free consumers. 

From the hottest chilli sauces to the smelliest cheese, the Margaret River to the Barossa, we scour the nation to find the most delicious and exciting products around and bring them all together in one place. Watch top chefs and your favourite food heroes live on stage as they cook up a storm and meet the makers to sip, sample and shop their produce.

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.