Australia and Vietnam deepen food innovation and research ties

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Australia and Vietnam are seeking to strengthen cooperation in food innovation and research commercialisation.

The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), through the Australian Consulate-General, and the Australia-Vietnam Sustainable Agriculture Network (VASAN) co-hosted a workshop on November 11, bringing together researchers, businesses, and government representatives to explore ways of turning agricultural and food research into commercial applications.

The workshop, 'From Research to Market: Food Innovation and Value Creation', was held as part of the sixth Sustainable Agriculture and Environment Conference at Nong Lam University Ho Chi Minh City. It was co-chaired by Nong Lam University Ho Chi Minh City and the University of Southern Queensland, Australia.

Discussions focused on emerging trends and opportunities in Vietnam’s food sector, alongside Australia’s expertise in food innovation and research commercialisation. Case studies from Australia, Vietnam, and Indonesia highlighted approaches to developing commercial applications in food processing and by-product utilisation, plant-based food innovation, and the use of AI and robotics in sustainable agricultural mechanisation.

Participants also discussed how food science could be translated into industry-ready solutions, as well as opportunities for further cooperation between Australian and Vietnamese universities, businesses, and government agencies. Established as a platform linking institutions in the two countries, VASAN aims to promote sustainable agriculture through research, innovation, and industry partnerships.

The discussions come as Vietnam’s agrifood sector shifts towards more modern, value-added, standards-compliant, and climate-smart production. This transition is creating opportunities beyond agricultural commodity exports, particularly in food processing, post-harvest technology, product traceability, and supply chain innovation.

Vietnam’s food processing industry was valued at $88 billion in 2025, up 11 per cent on-year, reflecting rising domestic demand and efforts by processors to develop…

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