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Open Business Awards

Agritourism Award

Sponsored by the South Australian Tourism Commission

Recognises a business that has demonstrated excellence in connecting people to their product or produce through a direct ‘on farm’ experience (e.g. paddock to plate cooking class, pick your own produce experience/itinerary, on farm dining event or providore/market).

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Business Improvement Award

Sponsored by Visy

This award recognises a business that has demonstrated measurable improvement with established systems in place to continue to develop and grow in the future.

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EatDrink Local Award

Sponsored by MBL

This award recognises South Australian foodservice businesses that support and serve locally produced food and beverages on their menu.

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Education and Training Award

Sponsored by Adelaide University

This award recognises a business that has demonstrated commitment to developing its people and improving overall performance through its programs and culture of learning and ongoing growth.

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Emerging Business Award

Sponsored by La Casa Del Formaggio

This award recognises an emerging business that has been trading for a minimum of 1 year, but no longer than 3 years, and demonstrates potential for continued growth and development of its product(s) and markets.

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Export Award

Sponsored by the Department of State Development

This award recognises a business that has demonstrated innovation, planning and implementation excellence, leading to a breakthrough or successful ongoing exports into international and/or domestic markets.

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State Contribution Award

Sponsored by Mitani Group

This award recognises a national organisation that has made an outstanding contribution to South Australia, and the Food and Beverage Industry.

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Innovation Award

Sponsored by The Yoghurt Shop

This award recognises a business that has demonstrated creativity and adaptability through the successful implementation of a business or food technology innovation, to add value and create a competitive market advantage.

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Mental Health & Wellbeing Award

Sponsored by Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation

This award recognises a business that has demonstrated commitment to supporting the welfare of its people through the implementation of workplace wellbeing initiatives and the promotion of a positive culture of health.

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New Product Award

Sponsored by Foodland Supermarkets

This award recognises a business that has demonstrated excellence in developing, or enhancing, and launching a food or beverage product into the market between 31 January 2024 and 31 January 2025.

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Primary Producer Award

Sponsored by Thomas Foods International

This award recognises a primary producer that has demonstrated excellence in the sustainable production of safe, high quality food and has contributed towards the positive profile of the agribusiness industry.

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Sustainability Award

Sponsored by Peats Soil & Garden Supplies

This award recognises a business that has demonstrated excellence in its effort to reduce their carbon footprint and integrate sustainability within its business model.

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Service Provider Award

Sponsored by Openbook Howden

This award recognises a business that has contributed to development activity and industry growth through the manufacture or supply of products or services used in the food or beverage industry.

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Individual
Awards

Leader Award

Sponsored by Bickford's Group

This award recognises an individual within the South Australian food and beverage industry, who has a commitment to excellence and who inspires and influences others. They will demonstrate evidence of leadership, creativity and achievement, leading to a shared vision within their own business and across the industry.

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Next Generation Award

Sponsored by Macro Group Australia

This award recognises an up-and-coming individual within the South Australian food and beverage industry, who has a commitment to excellence and who has already demonstrated evidence of leadership, vision and initiative, as well as a strong understanding of the industry and its future needs.

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Public voted
Awards

Consumer Choice Award

Sponsored by Foodland Supermarkets

Entry in the Consumer Award is open to South Australian food and beverage manufacturers and producers with the winner being nominated by public vote.

Voting opens on Monday 28 July 2025.

Industry Nominated/Judge Nominated Awards

Hall of Fame Award

Sponsored by San Remo

Recognising an individual or business that has demonstrated ongoing high level success in their designated profession and has made a significant and sustainable contribution to South Australia's food and beverage industry.

Please note: The Hall of Fame is conferred by a panel of industry experts based on industry nominations, i.e. individuals and businesses cannot directly apply for this award.


Judges’ Choice Award for Business Excellence

Presented by Food South Australia

Determined by the judges and awarded to an entrant from any category, who stands out across all stages of the assessment as exceptional and a benchmark for the food and beverage industry.