Primary Industries
A world-class producer of quality agrifood products.
Western Australia’s vast size, extensive coastline, varied landscapes and diverse climate zones enable production of a broad range of products.
Our industry sectors produce wheat and grains, meat, livestock, lobster, seafood, dairy, fruit, vegetables, honey, processed foods, wines and beverages.
With strong links to research and development, and a commitment to biosecurity, Western Australia is well placed to meet the growing global demand for premium products that are sustainably and ethically produced in a green, clean environment.
Quick Facts
71 million hectares of agricultural land, around the size of Texas
5 diverse climate zones
Counter growing season to United States of America, Europe and Asia
Highlights
Seafood
Some of the finest, most sought after and ecologically sustainable seafood in the world, including a wide range of fish, Western Rock lobster, prawns, octopus, abalone and other shellfish.
Grains
Australia’s largest grain-producing region, exporting wheat, barley, oats, canola and other grain products to over 30 countries.
Meat, livestock and dairy
A world leader in animal exports and a producer of premium grade fresh meat products, including beef, lamb, pork, poultry and goat, as well as some of Australia’s highest quality milk and dairy products.
World-famous wines
Home to 9 wine regions, each with their own unique characteristics, including the world-renowned Margaret River and our oldest wine growing region, the Swan Valley.
Premium food and beverages
Known for premium products of known provenance and exceptional quality, including cheeses, processed meats, olive oils, native honey varieties, preserves, dips, bush and indigenous foods, craft beers, gin and spirits and kombucha.
Fruit and vegetables
Fruit and vegetable crops are grown across Western Australia, from the Southern Forest of the South West where viticulture dominates, to the Ord River irrigation area in the state's north, where tropical varieties flourish.
Why Western Australia
In Western Australia you will find:
- a dynamic landscape that sustains a broad range of agricultural production, from open-range grazing and broadacre farming, to intensive agriculture and aquaculture
- diverse geography and climatic regions, allowing for year-round production of agrifood, fisheries and aquaculture products
- a pristine growing environment with clean air, fresh water and productive soils which are largely free from pests and diseases
- state-of-the-art technological advancements, high-quality food safety systems and a highly skilled workforce
- quality and traceability assurances
- strong freight connections and supply chain logistics
- the most Marine Stewardship Council certified fisheries in Australia
- free trade agreements with, and proximity to, China, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and more.
Opportunities
Investor readiness
The Investor Readiness Program aims to support small to medium-sized businesses that are seeking external investment to grow and diversify their business.
Expert for a Day
‘Expert for a Day’ aims to accelerate business growth, employment and export development by providing financial support to help premium food and beverage businesses gain expert advice to address their gaps and barriers.
HARVEST Agtech Accelerator
Featuring a line-up of inspiring expert mentors and growth facilitators, highly interactive workshops, relevant panel discussions and field trip, the HARVEST program is Western Australia’s leading business development program for businesses looking to innovate in the agrifood industry.
Get in touch
If you are looking for opportunities in business, investment or trade, contact our experienced team at Invest and Trade WA.
Our in-house experts can support you directly and provide referrals or introductions across our network of overseas offices, industry bodies and government agencies.