South East Queensland Food Systems Strategy

We want your input to shape a SEQ food systems strategy that reflects local needs and contexts.

A SEQ Food Systems Strategy will guide actions for a resilient, productive and sustainable food system that supports the region’s economic and social prosperity. Together with the South East Queensland Council of Mayors (CoMSEQ) and its member councils, we’re defining the mission, goals, and actions of the strategy over the next 6 months.

Get involved

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.

Sunshine Coast

In partnership with FAN, we invite you to shape SEQ’s food system strategy for the Sunshine Coast. Register to participate!

WHEN Monday, 20 October 2025, 9am to 12nn

WHERE The Auditorium (Hall 1), University of the Sunshine Coast Innovation Centre Building, 90 Sippy Downs Dr, Sippy Downs

Food Connect Shed

In partnership with Food Connect Foundation, we invite you to shape SEQ’s food system strategy, encompassing Brisbane, Ipswich, the Lockyer Valley, Somerset, Scenic Rim and Logan. Register to participate!

WHEN Friday, 24 October 2025, 1-4pm

WHERE Food Connect Shed, Salisbury QLD Australia

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.

About the 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. The Council of Mayors South East Queensland (CoMSEQ) and CSIRO are working with councils, government agencies, industry and community groups to co-create an SEQ Food Systems Strategy.