Agribusiness is one of South Australia's largest industries, with opportunities increasing for trade with China, India, the United States and South-East Asia.
Adelaide is one of Australia's least costly places to set up and do business, and one of the world's most cost-competitive cities for agribusiness according to KPMG's Competitive Alternatives 2010 survey.
With one of the world's most sustainable growing environments and a Mediterranean climate, South Australia is an excellent base for agribusiness operations.
South Australia has an international reputation for quality agricultural and food products, including:
- seafood - premium shellfish and scale fish, Southern Rock lobster, tuna, prawns, abalone and oysters
- fruit and vegetables - export quality produce ranging from oranges, stone fruits, pome fruits and almonds, to potatoes, onions and other intensive crops.
- poultry, meat and game - including lamb, beef, chicken, kangaroo and emu
- dairy - fresh and long-life milk at world competitive prices and processed products including cheeses, ice cream and desserts
- wines and beverages - including premium red and white wines, and artisan beers
- cereals and pulses - premium milled grains, maltings and pasta
- oils and condiments - world-class olive oil and gourmet condiments
- finished foods and value-adding - post-farm gate sectors
- confectionery - gourmet lines using local, natural ingredients, hand-crafted chocolates and bulk chocolate and confectionery lines.
More information
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Other websites
Agriculture, food and wine- Department of Primary Industries and Resources SA
Research- South Australian Research and Development Institute
Food industry- SA Food Centre
Food and wine statistics - Department of Trade and Economic Development