South East Queensland Food Systems Strategy

By 2046, SEQ will be home to 6 million people. Feeding this growing population means tackling challenges from climate variability, extreme weather, and global events—all while supporting a region that attracts millions of visitors each year.

Agriculture is an economic strength of our region. We produce over 20% of the State’s total Gross Value Product, are home to over 11,000 agribusinesses, and directly employ over 28,000 people. CoMSEQ and CSIRO are working with councils, government agencies, industry and community groups to co-create an SEQ Food Systems Strategy.

This strategy will guide actions for a resilient, productive and sustainable food system that supports SEQ’s economic and social prosperity. Together with CoMSEQ and its member councils, we’re defining the mission, goals, and actions of the strategy over the next 6 months.

Get involved

We want your input to shape food system goals and actions that reflect local needs and contexts. We are co-hosting in-person workshops across South East Queensland to embed local voices and community interests in a SEQ Food Strategy. Forums will support discussions about the ways that diverse organisations from producers to consumers can communicate their aspirations and preferences for a sustainable food system.

The forums welcome a wide range of food system stakeholders who live and work in South East Queensland region.

There is little you need to prepare in advance to these events. We are interested in your experiences and opinions, and if you are interested in attending, please read the full participant information sheet and media release.

Upcoming forums

• 20 October 2025: Sunshine Coast, co-hosted with Food and Agribusiness Network

• 24 October 2025: Rocklea, co-hosted with Food Connect Foundation

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