Australia’s premier grains industry event, the Australian Grains Industry Conference (AGIC) 2025, concluded in Melbourne this week after two days of high-level discussion, strategic insights, and industry connection under the theme “Driving Forward – Sowing Success.”
Held at the Crown Promenade and co-hosted by Grain Trade Australia (GTA) and the Australian Oilseeds Federation (AOF), the conference brought together delegates from across the Australian grain industry and around the world, reaffirming AGIC’s role as a vital platform for collaboration, leadership and industry development.
In his opening remarks, GTA Chair Andrew Goyder welcomed delegates from across Australia and key international markets, including China and Indonesia.
“This year’s theme, ‘Driving Forward – Sowing Success,’ is a call to action for our industry. Success won’t come from standing still, it will come from strengthening partnerships, driving innovation, and ensuring our supply chains, systems and people are equipped for the challenges ahead,” Andrew Goyder said.
Speakers energised delegates with a broad range of perspectives, reflecting the grain industry’s evolving landscape, including:
Delegates also heard from The Hon Simon Birmingham, Warren Entsch and Lesley and Roger Gillespie OAM, Co-Founders of Bakers Delight, in conversation with Hugh Riminton – a standout session on leadership, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
The conference closed with an inspiring keynote from Olympic swimming legend Michael Klim OAM, who shared his personal journey of resilience and performance at the highest level.
Panel sessions throughout the program explored policy settings, technological innovation, market outlooks and grower perspectives, offering valuable insight and practical takeaways.
GTA CEO Pat O’Shannassy said the strong turnout and high-level engagement reflected the industry’s shared commitment to growth and continuous improvement.
“AGIC has once again delivered what it’s known for: strategic insights, commercial relevance, and meaningful connections. This is a forum where big conversations happen and where leadership in the Australian grain industry is on full display. This year, we were proud to partner with HFW for the inaugural Women in Grain networking breakfast”.
The conference also included the popular Young Professionals Networking Event, hosted by GTA’s Five Under 30 initiative alongside the Generational Change: GTA’s Five Under 30 Look at Industry Evolution panel, both designed to foster intergenerational exchange and showcase the future of the grain industry.
AGIC 2025 offered a powerful mix of insight, leadership and peer engagement. Conference recordings and resources are now available via the Online Portal for AGIC delegates.
Photos available on request.
Media Contact:
Pat O’Shannassy
CEO, Grain Trade Australia
M: +61 427 881 113
E: pat.oshannassy@graintrade.org.au
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