Queensland’s agricultural strength was on show recently in a high-level Indonesian trade mission. Photo: Advance Queensland, Queensland Government.
Queensland’s agricultural industry has taken centre stage during an international networking event as part of a high-level trade mission to Indonesia.
The Taste of Queensland event brought together leaders from the Indonesian and Queensland food and agricultural sectors, highlighting the best of the state’s primary industries, particularly beef, live cattle, horticulture and processed foods.
Strong partnerships with international buyers are a vital component of the LNP Government’s goal of boosting primary production output to $30 billion by the end of the decade.
Primary Industries Minister Tony Perrett led the trade mission to Indonesia, which was focused on strengthening relationships between the two countries and showcasing Queensland’s role in supporting Indonesia’s food security and agricultural development.
“Queensland’s primary producers are proud of their reputation for delivering safe and sustainable products, and we are honoured to share these with our Indonesian partners,” Mr Perrett said.
“The Crisafulli Government is committed to fostering long-term relationships with Indonesia and building stable and reliable supply chains that benefit producers, businesses and consumers in both regions.”
The beef supply chain, live-cattle trade and sustainability in agriculture were particular focuses of the visit.
Last year, Queensland’s total agriculture exports to Indonesia were valued at $718 million, making it the state’s sixth-largest export market.
Indonesia is Australia’s largest beef cattle export market, and Queensland’s first shipment of dairy heifers will soon arrive in Indonesia to support the local dairy industry.
“Queensland and Indonesia share many values, at the heart of which is food security, to ensure an ongoing stable, safe and affordable supply chain to nourish our people,” Mr Perrett said.
He said the upcoming launch of a Queensland premium beef brand in Indonesia reflected the demand for the state’s primary industry products and highlighted the state’s ability to meet the demands of the international market.
