Connecting for Growth
Cluster Connect brings together Australia’s five leading agrifood clusters, representing a network of over 6,000 member businesses, stakeholders, and supporters. With a collective output value exceeding $10 billion, this network demonstrates a substantial presence in Australia’s agrifood industry.
Cluster Connect is proud to be the agrifood Industry Partner Organisation (IPO) for the Federal Government’s Industry Growth Program, supporting businesses to scale, innovate, and build resilience through access to:
- curated event delegations and opportunities
- capacity-building programs & workshops
- connections to facilities, stakeholders and the wider agrifood ecosystem
Our current programs and strategic connections focus on supporting businesses to:
- Build Commercial Capability – Equip businesses with the knowledge to grow sustainably through compliance, certifications, and strategic planning.
- Drive Innovation and Product Development – Leverage new ideas and R&D to create market-ready products.
- Expand Market Access and Distribution – Open new distribution channels and increase reach in domestic and global markets.
- Foster Strategic Partnerships – Strengthen business capacity through collaborations with industry, government, and research organisations.
- Secure Investment and Navigate Grants – Identify funding opportunities and connect with investors to support growth.
- Promote Well-being and Personal Development – Support leaders and teams to build mentally healthy workplaces.
R&D Connect
R&D Connect is a transformative initiative, specifically designed to connect the IGPPs with our network of research experts. The program catalyses the research and development (R&D) process by connecting IGPPs with cutting-edge research facilities, funding opportunities, and expert guidance.
Strategic Connect
The program focuses on establishing and nurturing connections between the IGPPs and key government bodies, industry organisations, and influential stakeholders at regional, state, and national levels.
Commercial Connect
Commercial Connect expands Cluster Connect by leveraging expertise from industry experts to support SMEs in the agrifood sector, enhancing their commercial capabilities
Thrive & Prosper
The Thrive & Prosper Program focuses on well-being and personal development for IGPPs. It emphasises the connection between business success and mental health, offering holistic support for human elements in business growth and innovation.
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