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foodpro 2026: Innovation and Growth for Australia's Food Industry

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Key Facts:

• foodpro 2026 will take place at Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from 26-29 July, showcasing food and beverage manufacturing innovations
• The event spans eight product zones including food science, ingredients, packaging, beverage equipment and digital factories
• The 2023 edition attracted over 9,100 industry professionals and 385+ exhibitors
• Held every three years, the event serves as a platform for industry leaders to connect with Australia's largest food and beverage manufacturing audience
• The trade show aims to drive investment and partnerships in response to global demand, consumer expectations and sustainability pressures

Australia’s leading trade event for food and beverage manufacturing foodpro, will return to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from 26 – 29 July 2026, bringing together the full supply chain of the industry under one roof for four days of cutting-edge innovation, networking and business growth.

Held once every three years, foodpro provides exhibitors with the opportunity to showcase next-generation processing, packaging, ingredients, and technology to a highly targeted audience of decision-makers.

Diversified Communications organises foodpro, which industry experts widely regard as a critical platform for industry leaders to connect with Australia’s largest food and beverage manufacturing audience. We are now accepting exhibitor applications, with spaces already filling across the show floor as suppliers seek to secure their position at the industry’s most influential event.

“foodpro attracts a highly qualified audience of decision-makers focused on discovering, evaluating, and investing in the latest in food processing, packaging, and food innovation. It’s where the industry comes together to future-proof operations and shape business growth”

Louise Brooks, Event Director for foodpro.

Across the show floor, foodpro 2026 will span eight key product zones including:

• Food Science & Technology 
• Ingredients & Additives 
• Processing & Packaging 
• Packaging Materials 
• Beverage Equipment 
• Intelligent & Digital Factories 
• Factory Infrastructure, Logistics & Handling 
• Government & Business Services 

In 2023, foodpro attracted over 9,100+ industry professionals and 385+ exhibitors.

foodpro is not only a trade show – it’s a launchpad for industry progress. With Australia’s food sector undergoing rapid transformation due to global demand, consumer expectations and sustainability pressures, foodpro 2026 will provide a platform to drive investment and forge long-term partnerships.

Exhibitors interested in securing their stand are encouraged to enquire early, with high demand expected in the lead-up to 2026.

To learn more about exhibiting at foodpro 2026, visit https://foodproexpo.com/exhibit/ or contact the show team here. Contact: Louise Brooks, [email protected]

About us:

About foodpro:

The manufacturing sector is vitally important for our economic future, with food and beverage processing being Australia’s largest manufacturing industry. foodpro connects professionals across the food and beverage value chain seeking cutting-edge solutions in processing, packaging, beverage equipment, digital technologies, logistics, and sustainability to drive efficiency, compliance, and growth.

For more information, please visit the foodpro website.

About Diversified Australia:

Diversified Australia has 40 years of experience delivering high-impact trade shows and conferences. As part of a global network, we connect professionals across industries including energy, environment, food, security, and technology.

Contact details:

Brittney Smith
[email protected]
+61 3 9087 1380