The department supports new, established and prospective exporters with facilitation of overseas trade missions and trade exhibitions, facilitation of inbound buyer visits, export capability program (mentoring), advisory services through TradeStart consultants and advocacy for market access.
2027 International missions - Expressions of Interest now open
Our WA Food and Beverage Export Opportunities and Tradeshows EOI Survey is now open.
WA agrifood and beverage businesses are invited to submit an EOI to participate in international missions in 2027 and showcase products under the WA or Australian brand. These trade missions offer businesses the opportunity to network with a range of international buyers to develop key partnerships and grow target markets.
This EOI will also survey trade aspirations which will help shape future programs delivered by the department.
Assisting WA agrifood and beverage businesses in international markets
The department facilitates exhibition stands at some of the world’s largest international food and beverage trade shows.
These Australian Government managed stands provide WA exporters with a valuable platform to connect with thousands of potential importers. Participating exporters also benefit from the credibility associated with a government-managed stand and significantly reduced exhibitor costs.
Trade shows offer WA exporters with the opportunity to analyse their global competition in-market and investigate current trends relevant to their product category.
Additionally, the department works with in-market Invest & Trade WA staff to invite key buyers to the stand and facilitate introductions. Retail tours and market insight sessions to help exporters better understand the local trading environment are also organised in the lead-up to the trade shows.
Selected exhibitions have included:
- Food & Hotel Asia (FHA) in Singapore
- Gulfood in Dubai
- FOODEX in Japan
- China International Import Export (CIIE) on Mainland China
- HOFEX in Hong Kong
- International Food and Drink Event (IFE) in the United Kingdom
The department co-ordinates and supports trade missions to key strategic markets in the days either post-exhibition or as part of wider whole-of-government mission.
These market visits offer WA businesses tailored business matching opportunities, along with valuable on-the-ground market and industry insights that are hard to obtain remotely.
Recent trade missions have visited markets in Indonesia, Qatar and India.
Inbound delegation programs are regularly held to facilitate meetings between WA exporters and prospective international buyers.
The programs are designed to raise awareness of the State’s agriculture, food, and beverage industries.
Participating exporters also benefit from the opportunity to showcase their business credentials, such as infrastructure, practices, and staff, firsthand.
The department collaborates with other WA Government agencies to host these programs.
The department's Global Readiness Program helps WA agribusinesses build the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to compete and thrive in global markets.
The program offers valuable insight into international market opportunities while fostering peer-to-peer learning and industry connections through a mix of in-person and online learning including webinars, roundtables, and interactive workshops.
TradeStart
TradeStart advisers within the department and Regional Development Commissions can provide small and medium-sized businesses with general assistance on matters including:
- guidance on doing business in overseas markets, including market entry strategies
- information on suitable international marketing and promotions in overseas markets
- market and industry insights and trends to help develop export strategies
- referrals to specialist professional service providers in Australia and overseas
- tips on business etiquette and culture in different markets.
More information on TradeStart advisers
In-market WA Government offices
Do you need in-market assistance?
The WA Government operates a network of trade and investment offices in key trading regions.
The department works closely with in-market business development managers who can provide exporters with generalised market advice and assist in business matching.
Invest and Trade WA global offices
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Resources
The section below brings together a range of trusted resources to help businesses make informed decisions, identify new opportunities, and support growth across both domestic and international markets.
Department of Energy and Economic Diversification
Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Export Finance Australia
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