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Agribusiness

We are here to support the local Agriculture and Food and Beverage sectors. The Agroecology team provides a range of resources, programs and opportunities. Find out more below or get in touch for individual business support.
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The Mornington Peninsula’s diverse agribusiness includes: horticulture, grazing, poultry, cropping and artisan food products.

In 2023 Council launched a first-of-its-kind Food Economy and Agroecology Strategy to drive sustainable growth in the agriculture, food and beverage sector whilst actively regenerating the land and resources on which our community depends.

The Strategy sets out a 6-year sector-wide approach to implement:

  • Regenerative farming practices
  • Strengthen market identity and opportunities
  • Build industry partnerships, and
  • Adopt circular economy principles

The targets and actions provided though the five pillars of the strategy aim to provide mechanisms and pathways to shift the Mornington Peninsula’s food economy to one that is environmentally, economically and socially sustainable.

Learn more about the Food Economy and Agroecology Strategy and download a copy

The Taskforce

The Sustainable Food Economy and Regenerative Agriculture Taskforce has been appointed to work with Council on the implementation of the Council’s Food Economy and Agroecology Strategy.

 

From the fertile fields of the Mornington Peninsula to the tables of chef-hatted restaurants and the shelves of supermarkets and grocers across Australia, the Mornington Peninsula has a reputation as one of Australia’s premiere food producing regions.

Mornington Peninsula Produce (MPP) is a guarantee that products bearing the logo are grown, bred or raised right here, in this incredibly fertile and productive part of the world – the Mornington Peninsula.

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Find out how to apply for farmland classification on the Mornington Peninsula, including eligibility requirements, assessment criteria, and how it may affect your rates.

Current projects

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Farming our way

Join a farmer-led movement shaping climate-smart agriculture on the Peninsula. Express interest to access tools, training, and peer support.

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Farmer discussion and field days​

Join the Mornington Peninsula farmer discussion network to connect with peers, share knowledge, and tackle common farming challenges.

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Task force

Explore how the Sustainable Food Economy and Regenerative Agriculture Taskforce​ is transforming agriculture on the Mornington Peninsula.

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Last updated January 2026

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