The Future of Food conference in Mandurah on the 23 and 24 September 2021, exists to inspire and initiate change within the Australian agri-food sector: to recognise future-forward businesses, champion innovative and successful agri-food professionals in their food journey, support the development of a progressive local food industry and empower consumers to make better-informed decisions about what they eat.
The conference runs on Thursday 23rd September and is followed by a sundowner that evening. On Friday 24th the opportunity is available to attend a full day Peel Food Zone tour which includes a workshop on Design Thinking or attend your choice of available workshops including 'Business Strategy and Planning', 'Maximising your value' and 'Brand Design and Strategy'.
You can choose to attend just the main event or you may wish to book a package and attend the supporting events as well. Either way, build a conference experience to meet your needs. Tickets are available for the following with prices ranging from $55 for a single workshop to $600 for complete package.
- Conference Packages
- Day 1 Conference and Exhibition Delegate
- Day 1 Conference Virtual Delegate
- Sundowner
TourTOUR SOLD OUT- Workshops
Package 1: $600 PACKAGE 1 SOLD OUT
Includes:
Full access to all conference sessions both physically and virtually**Full access to exhibition and demonstrationsLunch, morning and afternoon tea refreshmentsPost conference sundownerFull day Peel Food Zone tour (Friday 24th September)
Package 2 & 3: $550
Includes:
- Full access to all conference sessions both physically and virtually**
- Full access to exhibition and demonstrations
- Lunch, morning and afternoon tea refreshments
- Post conference sundowner
- 2 x Workshops (Friday 24th September)
Standard Delegate: $434.5
Southern Dirt Member: $330
Student Delegate: $275
Virtual Delegate: $330
Tickets Include*:
- Full access to all conference sessions both physically and virtually*
- Full access to exhibition and demonstrations
- Lunch, morning and afternoon tea refreshments on 23rd September
* Virtual conference delegates have access to livestream the sessions of their choice and access all content for 3 months post conference.
**Some sessions run concurrently but all content will be accessible for delegates online for 3 months post conference.
Sundowner
Thursday 23rd Sept | Mandurah Performing Arts Centre - South Foyer Bar: $55
Come and network with our sponsors, exhibitors and delegates while enjoyng some light refreshments.
Future of Food Tour TOUR SOLD OUT
Friday 24th Sept | Pickup - Mandurah Performing Arts Centre: $165
Full day tour showcasing the Peel and surrounds: From Paddock to Plate.
Site visits include, WA Food Innovation Precinct site, three local agri-food businesses and lunch at Millbrook Winery
Includes a workshop on Design Thinking, morning tea, lunch and transport.
Workshops
Friday 24th Sept | The Sebel, Mandurah - Acacia Rooms: $55
Workshop 1: Business Strategy and Planning
7am - 9am
Presented by Tom Huberli of RSM
Supported by Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and Small Business Development Corporation
Full hot breakfast provided
Workshop overview and presenter biography
Workshop 2: Maximising your value
9.30am - 12.30pm
Presented by Danny Olsen and Michael Macolino of BDO Australia
Supported by Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and Small Business Development Corporation
Morning tea and lunch provided
Workshop overview and presenter biography
Workshop 3: Brand Design and Strategy Workshop
9.30am - 12.30pm
Presented by Curtin Business School
Supported by Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
Morning tea and lunch provided
Workshop overview and presenter biography
Limited tickets available
Please bring laptop to work from during these workshops. All other resources will be provided.
*Please note Workshop 2 & 3 run at the same time, so you cannot attend both sessions.
COVID-19 Policy
We are very lucky to be living a fairly normal life in WA. Whilst lockdowns are ongoing throughout the country, WA's covid management has meant we have not had to face the same challenges as other states. Although we are confident there will be no local lockdowns affecting the conference, it is always nice to have some assurance that there is a plan just in case that happens.
Therefore, in the unlikely event that a lockdown does occur preventing the physical Future of Food Conference to go ahead, we will continue with the program and pivot to a fully virtual delivery with all bookings being converted to virtual tickets and a refund of the difference issued.