What's Up Down Under

Get to know Australia

Australia is a prosperous and industrialized nation and is the world's 12th largest economy. Learn more about this exciting market and the Fine Food Australia trade show during SUSTA's webinar. Key stats and info:

• The U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement provides advantages for U.S. exporters, as there are zero tariffs for many U.S. food products.
• The U.S. accounted for USD $1.3 billion, or 10%, of Australia’s total consumer-oriented food imports in 2022 and $1.49 billion in 2023.
• Australia benefits from one of the highest levels of per capita GDP in the world, with an established and warm relationship with American exporters.
• Fine Food Australia is the nation’s only established trade show dedicated to all things food – from food service to hospitality, and catering equipment, to retail and bakery.
• In 2023, exhibitors at FFA on average each captured 68 qualified leads and expect to generate sales of over $720,000.

Webinar Speakers:

Betsy Riggs, IMEX Management’s Operations Manager, Food and Beverage
Renee Pizzuta, USDA Agricultural Marketing Specialist
Danielle Coco, SUSTA's Marketing and Communications Director