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ISSUE 7Food and cooking show New Food Guide Farmers' market progress |
The Adelaide Hills Food ChainMay 2007 |
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In the NewsFair FoodLast week I attended the Don Dunstan Foundation seminar on Food Justice in SA which looked at some of the challenges in enabling access to adequate, nutritious, affordable food for everyone. Speakers included Prof. Fran Baum on food and health, Community Foodies - a programme of volunteers helping to bring better food to their communities, Jackie Hunter who has worked extensively with community gardens and Zannie Flanagan of Adelaide Showground Farmers Market. It was very interesting to consider food from a more fundamental perspective, although as Zannie pointed out, people have the right to the pleasure as well as the sustenance of good food This is the start of Fairtrade fortnight. Increasingly food, particularly beverages form part of the Fairtrade portfolio and Guillermo Vargas, Fairtrade certified Costa Rican Coffee Grower will be speaking in Adelaide on May 2. This is an invitation only event, so please contact me if you would like to attend. For more information about Fairtrade go to www.fairtrade.com.au
Adelaide Food and Cooking ShowThis will be held alongside the Home Improvement show at Wayville Showgrounds on July 6-8. They are offering a 6x2m marquee for our region and there will be an opportunity for tasting and sales. There is no initial cost, but they would take 20% commission on sales. Contact me if you are interested in sharing a marquee. Download the flyer [PDF 420kb].
SolupakSolupak 2007 will be held on June 4-5 at the International Centre, Regency TAFE, South Australia's premier food packaging, processing and technology Exhibition and Forum for the food and beverage industry. There is an expo, seminars and machinery demonstrations. The event opens for registration at 12.30pm and will run until 6pm on the Monday and 10am - 4.30pm on the Tuesday. Registration form [PDF 530kb]. A cocktail party will also be held on June 4 in Graduates Restaurant. The guest speaker for the evening will be Maurice Crotti, Chief Executive Officer, San Remo Group of Companies. Online registrations at www.mybookingmanager.com/solupak
Food Safety TrainingAndrew Thomson, Lecturer in Wine, Viticulture and Regional Food at Barossa TAFE is offering basic food safety training and also HACCP for small food businesses. A training proposal includes specified training units delivered from the Nationally Accredited Food Processing training package. Proposal outline [PDF 55kb]. More information on HACCP in the box below.
ExportAustrade is holding a number of small group coaching sessions to help businesses get the best out of the Export Market Development Grants this year. They will be held at Austrade, Ground Floor, 50 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide at the following times: Friday, May 25, 9-11am and 2-4pm Contact www.austrade.gov.au/exportgrants/coaching Download this useful information on transporting perishable food from South Australia [PDF]
Premier's Food AwardsCould anyone who is interested in nominating for these please contact me asap. Ditto anyone who would like to get a story in Food-e-News
Leabrook IGA seeks food from the HillsDale Pedlar who co-owns Leabrook IGA is interested in stocking a range of Adelaide Hills food. I have had a look round the store and it carries a very good range of produce with some AHF stock and it's a good area. Call him on 8364 5122 if you are interested in supplying.
Food media tourWith Tasting Australia being held in October, we just couldn't miss the opportunity to show off Adelaide Hills produce at one of the nation's most influential and best attended food festivals that hosts some of the world's top chefs and media. So we are organising our own food media tour with around 40 interstate and overseas journalists spending a day experiencing the delights of the Adelaide Hills so they can all go home and write lots of newspaper, magazine, radio and TV stories about the region's fabulous food. The plan is to bus all the media up to the Hills from where they are staying at the Hyatt in Adelaide and split them into about four groups, each to take part in hands-on cheese making, vine leaf and olive bread making, venison sausage making, honey extracting and chocolate making. At lunch time all the groups will come together at a farmers' market-style lunch with the region's wine and food producers, the wine media (who will also be visiting the Hills on the same day) and local chefs. Everyone will have to put their own creative combinations of local produce together for a communal long-table lunch. This exciting event will coincide with the launch of the new 2007 Adelaide Hills Food Guide and Justin Markos' Mt Lofty House-Adelaide Hills entry in the Culinary Competition. All is in planning stage at the moment, so any questions or comments can be directed to Food Industry Development Officer, Denise Manson, on 08 8131 0133 or 0417 085 684.
Rural Industries Youth Advisory GroupThe Rural Industries Youth Advisory Group is seeking nominations from young people (18 to 35 years) who want to make a difference to agriculture, fisheries and forestry related industries. The role of the Advisory Group, formerly known as the National Council of Young Farmers, is to advise the Australian Government from a youth perspective on issues affecting agriculture, fisheries and forestry related industries and the young people within them. Participation on the Advisory Group also presents a tremendous opportunity for young people to develop their skills, networks, and build their reputation and ability to influence positive change in Australia's industries. Young people from agriculture, fisheries, forestry and all supply chain and related industries such as agribusiness, processing, research, retail, natural resource management are encouraged to apply. Applications close 5.00pm AEST, Thursday, May 3, 2007. For further information and nomination forms please visit www.yarn.gov.au, emailindustrypartnerships@daff.gov.au or call 02 6272 4125.
Have your sayThe Adelaide Hills Food Chain is produced by Adelaide Hills Food for
its members and friends and associated industries.
Excellent exposureThe Adelaide Hills Food Chain is a great place for members and associated
businesses to advertise products, services, opportunities and events
- in fact, anything that relates to our food industry.
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Committee NotesFrom the ChairMary Fowler, Chairperson
Food groupiesAfter the recent attendance at the Udder Delights network night by members of Food Barossa and a meeting last week with members of Fleurieu Food, we have discovered that as food groups representing the food producers in our regions we face similar challenges, but are also quite different by the nature of the individual environments, businesses and people operating within them. We realised that we have much to gain from each other - new ideas, ways of working, etc, to ensure the future success of the groups' work in promoting regional food businesses for the long-term success of our food industries which ultimately create wealth and jobs for our communities. A forum at which food group members across many regions can gather to discuss common issues, such as branding, food tourism and sustainability and the chance to share ideas, is in the very early planning stages and anybody interested in becoming involved in this gathering should contact Food Industry Development Officer Denise Manson on 08 8131 0133 or 0417 085 684 or food@southcentralacc.com.
2007 Food GuidePlans for the 2007 edition of the Adelaide Hills Food Guide are well underway. Hills artist Stephen Trebilcock's work of iconic Adelaide Hills produce (eg. apples, pears, cherries, strawberries) will feature on this year's cover. Stephen's bold and colourful work is well known and some examples of his work can be seen on the walls of Hahndorf Hill Winery's cellar door. As well as listing all member businesses as we did in the 2006 edition of the Guide, we are working on developing the food tourism aspect of the 2007 Guide so that visitors to the Adelaide Hills who are looking for more than just views and wine tasting can have a more full sensory experience of the region by sampling some of our fantastic food products. To do this, we plan to include one or two food trails, on which people are able to taste and purchase Adelaide Hills produce, and to reestablish Taste the Adelaide Hills, where restaurants feature at least one dish on its menu or special's board that showcases the region's produce. This sounds like nothing new, but if we can put some structures in place Hills food will be far easier to promote in the media and by word of mouth. We are also looking to include more winery cellar doors and accommodation and tourism operators that feature, stock or serve local produce in the 2007 Food Guide. Any stock and promotional photos (digital, transparency or paper copies) any of you have filed away would be really useful for the 2007 Food Guide reprint. For contributions, questions or comments, contact... Mary Fowler
Funding for info packsYay! Adelaide Hills Food would like to thank Adelaide Hills Regional Development for the financial assistance provided to complete our information pack project. The Regional Development Board recognises the food sector as one of the key sustainable economic drivers for the Hills region and shares some common objectives with the food group. In its support for the growth of the food industry in the region, the Development Board has offered $2000 to help us produce 200 promotional information packs that include comprehensive information about the Adelaide Hills Food group for prospective members, friends and the media. It was decided by the group that a folder containing information about the organisation and its purpose is an important marketing tool for membership growth and media awareness. The folder will contain a letter of invitation from the chairperson, information about the group, its membership and member benefits, a copy of the group's strategic and business plan, a copy of the food service and retail listings, copies of the latest newsletters, information about the website and the groups' involvement in farmers' markets and food trails, a copy of the Adelaide Hills Food Guide and application forms to become a member or a friend.
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Absolutely BarkingDenise MansonAdelaide Hills Food Industry Development Officer
Adelaide Hills Farmers' Market
The information gathered here has been incorporated into a questionnaire, 400 copies of which are currently being distributed by the students. We have offered a prize of a hamper of AHF food to encourage return of the questionnaires, so I will be knocking on your doors soon for product! Three sites are being considered. Uraidla Showground, Duck Flat Community Garden at Mt Barker Hospital, and Oakbank Racecourse.
Future FIDO fundingAs many of you know, the funding for the FIDO positions finishes on June 30, 2007, and until the Premier's Food Council meets on May 2, the future remains uncertain. It is likely that there will be funding for some FIDOs but a reduced number, and the emphasis is likely to be for them to work more with growing businesses and not closely with the Food Groups. I will let you know as soon as I hear more. On April 24 I attended a meeting of the Sustainability Workgroup which looks at future options for Food Groups. Michael Edgecombe of Indigo Consulting presented a draft report that he had been commissioned to write by Food SA. Of key importance to the group are his recommendations on a structured approach to sustainability and he makes the point: "The benefits sought by Food Group members must be matched by the Food Group's available resources. As a crucial first step towards sustainability, therefore, each Food Group must have a frank internal discussion about what its members want from the Group, and, importantly, what time and money the members are prepared to invest in the Group to gain these benefits".
Workshops at the RDBCan you please let me know what workshop you would be interested in the RDB running. There have been suggestions of e-commerce and product pricing but I am sure that there are more topics that you would like to see covered. Contact me!!
ApologiesTo anyone who emailed me between 10 and 13 April and didn't get a response. My computer somehow irretrievably lost all my emails during this period, so if it was important, please send it again.
Goose FatDoes anyone know of a supplier?
GRANTS UPDATE
Australian Tourism Development Program (ATDP)Provided by Ausindustry Round Four of the ATDP closed on April 27, 2007. This is an extremely popular and competitive program that has been well accessed previously bySA food related businesses. Forfurther information on the program visit www.ausindustry.gov.au or call 132846.
Industry Cooperative Innovation Program (ICIP)Provided by Ausindustry Round Three of the Industry Cooperative Innovation Program opened on March 22, 2007 and will close on June 12,2007. The grant program aims to stimulate business collaboration to solve industry significant innovation challenges. Forfurther information on the program visit www.ausindustry.gov.au or call 132846.
New Industries Development Program (NIDP) - In Market Experience Scholarship (IMES)Provided by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry The 2007 round of IMES closes on July 19, 2007. This grant program
is particularly relevant for business managers looking to expand their
knowledge of particular markets for their new* products, or to observe
products, processes and systems that can be transferred to an Australian
context.
Food Processing in Regional Australia Program (FPRAP)Provided by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Round Five of FPRAP is currently being assessed. Successful applicants should be announced in May.
Innovation Investment Fund South Australia (IIFSA)Administered by Invest Australia Successful Round One applicants should be informed shortly. Round Two of the program opened on March 26, 2007 and will close on May 11, 2007. Further information and for assistance with applications call Invest Australia on 02 6213 6677 or email iifsa@investaustralia.gov.au. Minimum grants are $500,000 and applicants must be able to demonstrate matched funding.
Useful grant links for your Favourites: http://www.grantslink.gov.au/
This site gives a useful listing of Australian Government grants by
category.
Grant Smart SA ExpoPresented by South Australia's Area Consultative Committees The Area Consultative Committees are organising this grant program extravaganza. The expo is aspecial one stop road show showcasing Australian and State Government grants and programs for community groups and business. It offers the chance for community groups, not-for-profit organisations, local government and small business to explore potential funding sources and related services for community or businessprojects. Download a flyer [PDF 280kb]. Or register on-line. The event is being run in: The Expo willhelp members of the community to meet, network and discuss project ideas and potential funding sources with the people who know best - those with the purse stings. There will be an exhibition of approximately 20 prominent funding organisations and their programs, 16 short presentations and a two hour afternoon workshop. Find out more at www.grantsmartsa.com.au.
IN BUSINESSJump on the Springboard to the next stage for your businessThis opportunity is one not to be missed. It is for any micro or home-based business operator who is established, doing about $50,000 turnover per annum or more and is eager to grow their business. Springboard is one of the best small business development courses I have ever seen and that is quite a few. It is simple, practical and focuses on getting a positive end result for your business. That is, if you make the time to take part. The strength of Springboard is that it is the outcome of substantial research by some very smart people, so the underlying knowledge and processes behind it are top notch. It is being delivered through the metro BECs with additional funding from the State Government, so we have arranged for anyone who can conveniently roll down the hill is able to sign on as well. How much does it cost? Just $225 and your time, so be time smart and contact Denise for more details right now . . . . that is if you are really serious and professional about your business.
Robert Gerrish's Southern EscapadeWell known solo and micro business speaker and marketing identity is coming down south for a roadshow. South Central ACC is bringing Rob to Mount Barker on Tuesday May 29 for 3 hours of commonsense tips and tricks to help you enjoy and succeed in micro business. He will be supported by some class local acts to make it a fun, relaxing and informal "networking forum" in the true sense. The main event starts at 7pm, but there is also a smaller "fireside chat" during the afternoon. Registrations can be made online at www.southcentralacc.com from May 1. In the meantime, have a browse of Robert's websites at www.flyingsolo.com.au and www.robertgerrish.com Enquiries to Jim Emmett, Small Business Field Officer, South Central ACC. Phone 08 8131 0077.
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New Friend
Christine's cakesChristine* Feinle-Bisset, of Christine's cakes based in Uraidla, has recently joined the Adelaide Hills Food Group as a Friend. Together with her husband, Tom, Christine established Christine's cakes in 2006, in order to share with as many people as possible the opportunity to experience authentic and truly home-made German bakery goods of the highest quality. Christine grew up in the countryside of Southern Germany, making cakes and experimenting with and adapting recipes from an early age in her Mum's kitchen and, thus, has always had a passion for home-baked cakes, gateaux (rather un-German!), biscuits and breads. Christine moved to Adelaide in 2000 with her work as a nutritional scientist, after living in England and Switzerland for a number of years. With the founding of Christine's cakes, Christine has fulfilled her dream and now produces a range of delicious home-baked cakes, based on old family recipes that have been tried and tested on many occasions at happy family gatherings, including her signature cakes "Schwarzwalder Kirschtorte" (Black Forest gateau), "Bienenstich" (bee sting) and "Kasekuchen" (baked cheese cake with quark). Experiments have also resulted in unusual cakes, such as a "Baked Chestnut Ricotta Orange Cake", and wonderful German-Australian fusions, such as the "Pear Crumble Cake with Tumbeela lemon myrtle". And many more ... The cakes are a celebration of the natural flavours and diverse textures of the main ingredients, which are of the finest quality and sourced locally from organic/spray-free produce wherever possible. Christine's cakes are made to order and are perfect for cafes/restaurants, business functions and special family or social occasions. Christine and Tom also offer their cakes at the Stirling and Uraidla Markets. For enquiries, contact Christine on 8390 1124. * pronounced Christiné
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Out and About
Udder Delights' Sheree and Saul Sullivan at The Brasserie. |
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The South Australian Government has set up a drought hotline and website to assist communities access information on support services, managing conditions etc. The professional team of Networkers appointed by FarmBis in South Australia is there to help bridge the gap between training providers and primary producers. Robert (Red) Hodge, Ceris Crosby and Annette Filby combine to offer a broad range of valuable experience in working with primary industries and regional communities across the State. Red
Hodge: Phone 08 8226 0375, Fax 08 8226 0333, Mobile 0417 230 072.
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Events
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have been working closely with Glendar Pedlar, marketing lecturer at
Adelaide City TAFE, for the last few weeks to further research the feasibility
of starting a Farmers' Market in the Adelaide Hills. Three focus groups
have taken place here at SCACC, and TAFE students have been able to
find out more about the expectations of what would be available at a
Farmers' market. Two groups were based on people with children at home
and a third on empty nesters.
Autumn in the Adelaide Hills conjures up delightful and delicious
things to do - one of which is to visit the Chocolate and Nut
Festival held at the Heart of the Hills Market. Chocoholics cannot
miss this event as there will be free tastings from confectioners
around the state as well as an interesting selection of nuts and
dried fruits available from local producers.
As
a departure from previous festivals, Tasting Australia 2007 will
begin with a major public celebration, the Feast for the Senses
on Saturday 13 October and Sunday 14 October 2007 along
the Adelaide Riverbank Precinct beside the River Torrens. This
will be a curtain raiser for the rest of the festival and a chance
for visitors to meet some of our top producers.
