About the Event

Make the most of the two day experience!

To fully immerse yourself in the conversation, we encourage you to attend both events and enjoy the complete two‑day experience. A special bundled ticket is available now, offering discounted access to both The Chef’s Table and Protein 2026.

Day One | The Chef’s Table – Tuesday, 26 May – 5.30pm 

Set in the picturesque grounds of Jimbour House, The Chef's Table is a high‑impact industry event, showcasing the Western Downs as a future‑ready protein powerhouse, bringing together producers, processors, buyers, policymakers and influencers. As the prelude to Protein26, this event positions the region at the forefront of Australia’s protein sector, highlighting capability, quality and opportunity.

Through immersive experiences, live cooking demonstrations and high‑level networking, this event connects industry decision‑makers with the people, products and innovation shaping the future of protein.

Day Two | Protein 2026 Conference – Wednesday, 27 May – 8am

Protein 2026: The Future of Protein – Trade, Tech & Talent is set to ignite Dalby as leaders from the pork, poultry and beef sectors come together for an action‑packed exploration of what’s next for Australia’s protein industries. Over two dynamic days, the conference will spark bold conversations around the forces shaping our future—global trade shifts, breakthrough technologies and the evolving talent driving innovation.

Designed to challenge thinking and inspire action, Protein 2026 will offer a powerful platform for industry to share insights, debate opportunities, and map out practical pathways to strengthen competitiveness, resilience and growth across the entire protein supply chain. It’s an unmissable opportunity to position the Western Downs and its industries for success amid rapidly changing domestic and international markets.

We’re also excited to announce that the Hon Tony Perrett, Minister for Primary Industries, will be joining us at Protein 2026, adding valuable perspective on the future of agriculture and the policy settings that will shape the sector’s next era.

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