Terms of Reference

The inquiry will look at opportunities for expanding innovation and value-adding in the food and beverage manufacturing industry in Australia, with regard to:

• innovation trends and new technologies, both locally and internationally;
• ways to support new and emerging products and industries, including premium and niche products, new proteins and Indigenous foods;
• opportunities across both domestic and export markets for Australian manufactured products, including shifting consumer trends;
• approaches to circular economy, waste reduction and decarbonising, including packaging and food waste;
• how the research sector can help to grow this ecosystem;
• future workforce and skills needs; and
• mechanisms for the Australian Government to support further innovation and sustainable growth in the sector.