Challenge The agrifood supply chain in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions is facing a series of systemic barriers that limit the growth and resilience of local producers and manufacturers.
Solution To address these challenges, a collaborative study was conducted by the Food and Agribusiness Network (FAN), Future Food Systems CRC, and Queensland University of Technology (QUT). Using stakeholder interviews and an online survey, the research identified key pain points and developed targeted strategies to strengthen the agrifood ecosystem.
Impact The study’s findings have laid a strong foundation for reshaping the region’s agrifood supply chain. The proposed logistics network and central hub would improve cold chain reliability, reduce operational costs, and increase regional market access for small producers. By supporting collaboration and resource sharing, these initiatives aim to make the sector more efficient, competitive, and responsive to changing market demands and external shocks like natural disasters or global supply disruptions.
