Cluster Connect Accelerator Growth Program 3 Demo Day

Wrap up your foodpro experience with a sharp, high-tempo look at the startups and scaleups currently driving the sector forward on Wednesday, 29 July.

Following the close of the foodpro exhibition floor, join us for an evening showcase featuring some of the most exciting companies shaping the future of food manufacturing and technology. Founders will share the solutions they've built, the traction they've achieved, and what's next as they scale.

Event schedule
• 4:30 pm – Doors open and arrival networking
• 5:00 pm – Startup and scaleup showcase begins
• 6:00 pm – Networking with founders, investors, and industry leaders
• 7:00 pm – Event concludes

Just Meat Protein transforms underutilised cuts of meat into high-value, nutrient-dense protein powders used as ingredients in food and beverage formulations.

Smart Melon (SMA Research and Technology Pty Ltd) uses AI-driven acoustic sensors to non-destructively detect watermelon ripeness, providing data-driven insights to reduce waste and improve quality from paddock to plate.

Green Eco Technologies develops innovative waste management solutions, including the WasteMaster system, which repurposes organic and food waste into a nutrient-rich, pathogen-free residue while reducing landfill impact.

Deep Southern produces Australia's first food-safe seawater and seawater ice for processing, handling, and cooking applications.

Winechek Pty Ltd is a leading Australian laboratory group providing specialised wine and beverage analysis services and test kits to support producers nationwide.

Otetto develops sustainable modular construction solutions using carbon-negative Living Canvas™ panels made from Australian hempcrete.

Australian Coffee Culture creates Australia's first 100% locally grown ready-to-drink coffee through a regenerative supply chain, reducing Australia's reliance on imported coffee.

Gut Glee Pty Ltd is a functional food startup creating a drinkable jelly designed to support microbiome health, transitioning from prototype to commercial scale.

This is an efficient way to cap off the week—scouting practical innovation, reflecting on the trends that dominated the exhibition floor, and connecting directly with founders who are ready to scale.