Food manufacturing in the Northern Rivers is a $400 million ‘value add’ industry with regional exports exceeding $1.1 billion. It is the only industry in the region where local expenditure exceeds regional imports.
Co-operative businesses and entrepreneurial innovation
Our region continues to benefit from the rural co-operatives business structure with well established co-operative businesses NORCO and The Casino Food Co-op, making significant ground in establishing trade arrangements in Asia. The success of the co-operative business model in the Northern Rivers was a key driver for the Australian Government funded pilot co-operative project, Farming Together being located in the region.
More recently, newcomers to the region have brought entrepreneurial innovation and sustainability to the local food manufacturing industry. Sustainability and community are key to our local boutique food and beverage manufacturing industry.
Investing in food manufacturing in the Northern Rivers
As the local food industry grows there is an increasing need for greater investment in food processing facilities in the region. This has created an ideal investment opportunity for the development of a manufacturing hub. A number of local manufacturers are already seeking facilities to support their expansion. Investment in large scale food manufacturing would support our growing industry’s need for expansion.
Ready to invest in the Northern Rivers?
The Northern Rivers is strategically located, fast growing and rich in natural assets including productive soils, a creative and educated population and improving infrastructure connecting the region to Brisbane and Sydney. If you are considering investing in Food Manufacturing on the Northern Rivers, RDA Northern Rivers is here to help you find your pathway into the region.
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