The Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) Forum 2024 at Morphettville Racecourse brought together key stakeholders to discuss the future of SA’s primary industries. Our Economic Development Manager, Grace Trimboli, represented our region in networking discussions with attendees and gathered valuable insights.
The forum covered a range of important topics essential for our region’s growth. Discussions included advancements in agricultural research, strategies for regional development, innovations in the food industry, and measures for biosecurity. Economic development, agritourism strategies, and sustainable energy initiatives were also key points of focus.
Key Participants:
- Mickey Kumatpi O’Brien, Senior Kaurna Man
- The Hon. Clare Scriven MLC, Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, and Minister for Forest Industries
- Prof Mehdi Doroudi, Chief Executive, Department of Primary Industries and Regions
- Prof Simon Maddocks, Chair of Primary Producers SA
- Dr. Tim Sutton, Research Director, SARDI
- Kelly-Anne Saffin, Chief Executive, RDA Adelaide
- Annabel Mugford, Program Manager, Food SA
- Caroline Rhodes, Chief Executive, Primary Producers SA
- Brett Liebich, Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
- Nerissa Kilvert, Small Business Commissioner
- Dr. Elise Spark, PIRSA Chief Vet
- Nick Jones, SATC
- Dr. Paul Heithersay, DEM
- Tim White, DTI
- Andrew Excell, DIT
- Andrew Copus
- Josephine Telfer, Infrastructure SA – Northern Water
- Josh Wheeler, Green Industries
- Ben Bruce, DEW
- Kathryn Calaby, DIIS, Office of Small and Family Business
- Delahay Miller, Manager, PwC’s Indigenous Consulting
- David Brand, Executive Chair, New Forests
- Ben McKenzie, New Enterprises Manager, AgriFutures
- Adam Main, Head of External Relations, CH4 Global
- Dino Vrynios, Managing Director, Das Studio
RDABGLAP’s participation allowed us to engage directly with policymakers and industry leaders, discussing the unique needs and opportunities of our region. Networking with key stakeholders opens doors for future collaborations, which are crucial for launching new initiatives and securing investments that drive local economic growth.
