“Participating in the HARVEST program has been an invaluable experience for my business. It connected me to customers and investors within a short space of time, that would probably have taken months or years for me to develop on my own. It has also given me valuable frameworks, expert advice, and confidence / needed to develop and progress my start-up.

The connections with other Founders in the same boat has also been an unexpected benefit, as we've been able to help each other and also build new friendships. It has truly been an 'accelerator' in many ways and I'm very grateful to have been included in the 2025 cohort.”  Lynne Loo, UpWaste Australia

This Friday 17th April, 9.30am-10am

MEET THE FOUNDER
FreshChain Systems Co-founder & Director, Greg Calvert

FreshChain are empowering safe, sustainable, and transparent supply chains by digitising the food supply chain and are currently doing a fundraising round.

In addition to industry agnostic investors, they are keen to connect with farmers, producers and others in the ag industry who may be interested in investing (directly or through the AgriSpace syndicate).
Click the AgriSpace page to find out more and subscribe

"This was hands down the best conference I’ve attended. It absolutely rocked. Every speaker was incredible, relevant and inspired action.”

Yallingup Summit Showcases the Power of Regional Innovation

The Summit brought together founders, researchers, investors, industry leaders and government representatives to explore how regional Western Australia can lead the next wave of innovation.

Across the day, speakers and participants shared insights on leadership, investment, emerging industries, highlighting the strength of regional ecosystems, the importance of collaboration, and the growing role of Western Australia in global innovation. 

iiF 2026 is calling for speakers and exhibitors
- and early bird tickets are almost here

The Innovative Industries of the Future (iiF) Conference returns to Bunbury on 27–28 October 2026, and they want your voice in the room.

They're building a program around the industries shaping our region — Advanced Manufacturing, Agritech, Energy, and Circular Economy — and are looking for the innovators, operators, and entrepreneurs who are shaping what comes next for the South West.

If that's you, or someone in your network, they'd love to hear from you.

iiF are now taking registrations of interest in two areas:

Speakers - Share what you're building, testing, or scaling that could benefit the South West.

Exhibitors - Showcase your product, service, or project to 300+ delegates from industry, government, and research. Exhibition spaces are limited.

And for those planning to attend, early bird tickets launch very soon - the best pricing offered all year. Register your interest now so you're first to know.

Invitation to Participate in ECU Research: Women’s Experiences in Our Programs

We’re excited to be collaborating with Edith Cowan University on a research program inviting women who have participated in Innovation Cluster/AgriStart programs over the past two years to share their experiences.

The study explores how women engage with training and support programs and how these can be made more inclusive and strengths-based.

It welcomes women who are running a business, planning to start one, or who have transitioned into further education, employment, or new career pathways after programs like LEEF, Future Founders, HARVEST, or CONNECT Sustainable Industries.

Participation is voluntary and involves a confidential interview (in person or online), with full details provided by ECU.

If you’re interested, simply get in touch info@innovationcluster.com.au and you’ll be connected directly with the ECU Research Team to arrange next steps.

Upcoming Industry Events

Australia’s agritech ecosystem is coming together

10 June - 12 June 2026

Across three days, founders, producers, investors, researchers, corporates and government will come together through a series of connected events designed to strengthen the pathways between capital, innovation and adoption.
MORE INFO

The world's  largest sheep, lamb and wool conference

7 July - 10 July 2026

LambEx26 registrations are live, with early bird rates available for a limited time! Secure your place at Australia’s flagship sheep, lamb and wool conference.

REGISTER NOW

Rethinking BAU

June 17 2026

Regional Development Australia – South West is organising a day focused on thinking differently.

Among the speakers will be a neuroscientist explaining why humans are hard-wired to think a certain way, an introduction to Capel Marron Farm by the event hosts, a look at waste, regenerative tourism and how do professional creatives get out of their own heads.

Innovation Cluster’s Tash Teakle will be speaking new ideas that boost productivity gains.

Register your interest via: admin@rdasouthwest.com.au

International Workshop on Regional Leadership in Food Analysis, Trade, and Innovation

30 September - 2 October 2026

The Workshop will provide the opportunity to discuss topical issues with international experts from APFAN and the Asia Pacific region in an effort to support food analysts, improve food safety, and enhance food trade across the region. Email: apfan.apfan@yahoo.co

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