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Technical expertise

The SA Food Centre encourages and supports the growth of the South Australian food sector by providing advice and technical services that help businesses gain and sustain a competitive edge through innovation.

In addition, through the services of the SA Centre for Innovation, targeted services are also provided to manufacturing and service sector businesses seeking to be globally competitive.

The SA Food Centre has experts available to:

  • Promote the uptake of new technologies, management systems and skills while building export capabilities.
  • Provide commercialisation support for new and emerging industries.
  • Assist in developing new products and services for existing or prospective markets.
  • Support cultural change through education and mentoring.

Help is also available for businesses in all industry sectors seeking to develop new products and services, improve processes and business practices, develop business models and apply advanced technology.

Need advice?

Key services include:

  • Diagnosing your business to identify opportunities for innovation.
  • Helping you to formulate and implement business and change management plans.
  • Conducting workshops and providing group mentoring to encourage innovation.
  • Assisting you to access expert information from the public and private sectors.
  • Developing business development programs for specific industry sectors.
  • Facilitating networks and helping you to collaborate with key industry and government organisations.
  • Referrals and guidance to appropriate sources of assistance and support, including potential partnerships with Universities and other companies.

How has the SA Food Centre helped others?

There are many examples of assistance offered to South Australian food businesses.

Case Study

Kinkawooka Shellfish

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Short 'n' sweet training for busy food producers
Several training programs are on offer to help small to medium food producers in SA.

Who can I contact?

The SA Food Centre can provide technical advice and assess your business needs.

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