The voice of the Australian meat industry.
We work with members, government and industry partners to shape policy, solve challenges, and drive long-term profitability.
About
About
We are the peak industry body representing the Australian meat industry.
We work with members, government and industry partners to shape policy, solve challenges, and drive long-term profitability.
Our Industry
The meat industry plays a central role in Australia’s economy and our members’ large workforce produce world-renowned, safe and reliable meat products that nourish Australian and global consumers.
People employed in meat processing
Sales income from red meat retailing & wholesaling
Australian consumption of red meat, pork & smallgoods
Membership
Membership
A stronger, more profitable future for every member.
AMIC membership is designed for the specific needs of each sector across the Australian meat supply chain.
Retail
Smallgoods
Processing
Associate
Why Join AMIC?
Members gain access to expert advice, powerful advocacy, specialist committees, industry intelligence, and a national network of leaders across the industry.
Advocacy
We advocate to reduce regulatory burden, while fostering innovation and efficiencies to support sustainable and profitable business models.
Advice
We provide practical solutions to help members adapt to change.
Solutions
We provide members with tools and solutions to grow their business, and ensure they are competitive in domestic and international markets.
AMIC Proudly Partners With Australian Food Super
The Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) is proud to partner with Australian Food Super, an industry super fund with a long history of supporting workers across Australia’s meat and food supply chain.
Formerly known as AMIST Super, Australian Food Super has supported members connected to the meat industry for more than 40 years and today provides superannuation services to workers across the broader food sector.
Through this partnership, AMIC and Australian Food Super share a commitment to supporting the long-term wellbeing, financial security and future of Australia’s meat industry workforce.
Latest news
Vale Tony Nolan
AMIC would like to acknowledge the sad passing of Tony Nolan of Nolan Meats, Gympie on the 20th May 2026. Tony, along with his brothers Michael and Terry have been Directors of the Company since 1997. They have continued the legacy started by their parents, Pat and...
AMIC Welcomes 12-month Delay of Export Cost Recovery Implementation
The Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) welcomes the Albanese Government’s announcement of a 12-month delay to its implementation of increases to fees and charges associated with its export regulatory services. AMIC CEO Tim Ryan said, “AMIC expresses its...
EU FTA a Kick in the Guts to the Meat Industry
The Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) has expressed extreme disappointment with the outcome of the European Australia Free Trade Agreement (FTA), which locks in restrictive red meat access, resulting in a permanent competitive disadvantage for Australian meat to...
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