Reshaping Australian Food Systems

Food systems encompass the production, processing, packaging, distribution, consumption and disposal of food and beverages, as well as related social, cultural and governance systems. Australia’s food systems are of national and international importance, delivering food and nutritional security at home and abroad. However, food systems also face unprecedented economic, social, environmental, governance and geopolitical challenges. Confronted with these challenges, this report looks at the opportunities and research and development (R&D) priorities for Australia. It explores these through five focal areas which are informed by a national consultation process, including over 120 food system stakeholders from industry, government, research, and the community.