Australian Meat Processor Corporation

About Australian Meat Processor Corporation

Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC)'s research, development, and extension (RD&E) supports red meat processors in several different ways, such as solving specific issues, unlocking pathways to new products or processes, creating and refining services, maximising efficiency and reducing the cost to operate. Their approach is about working with insights first, to develop the right research and development, deliver extension to drive whole-of-industry adoption.  

AMPC is an industry owned RDC, meaning it is an independent corporate entity with expertise-based boards. The board of AMPC is responsible for and manages the corporate governance practice and constantly updates its policies and procedures based on both independent advice and its own initiatives.

AMPC’s peak industry council, the Australian Meat Industry Council, is the vehicle for processor advocacy and policy development.

AMPC and MLA collaborate where the benefits overlap, by co-investing in R&D projects (e.g. meat quality, traceability). They have distinct levy streams, with processor levies going to AMPC and producer levies going to MLA.

Funding

• Funded through red meat slaughter levies, and
• R&D matched funding provided by the Australian Government through the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. 

Strategic priorities

AMPC invests in research activities that align with their strategic priorities and annual operating plan. These priorities are listed below and outlined in the AMPC Strategic Plan 2025-2030. AMPC's investments are guided by three strategic pillars:

• Industry excellence: Build a trusted and transparent industry renowned for integrity, safety, sustainability, and innovation. Respond to community expectations of the industry, including by continual improvement of animal welfare outcomes, developing a dynamic and future-ready workforce, and identifying opportunities for more sustainable industry practices.
• Innovation and technology leadership: Drive productivity and competitiveness through cutting-edge research and development and the adoption of advanced technologies. By fostering collaboration with global and local innovators, the industry will accelerate transformative change, improve efficiency, and adapt to future demands.
• Growth and global competitiveness: Expand market opportunities and carcase value by aligning with emerging consumer needs and lifting the value of Australian red meat. Research will expand market access, strengthen the industry’s global reputation, and maximise revenue growth and competitiveness.