08/09/2026
From Wisconsin cheese to California w**e, with a few tailgate favorites thrown in - America's finest was on full display during the visit of Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg and the U.S. agribusiness delegation to Australia.
During his time in Melbourne, Under Secretary Lindberg:
✂️ Opened the USA Pavilion at the 2026 Fine Foods Expo, and met with American exhibitors looking to create further business ties with Australian businesses (with cheese highlighted on ABC News Breakfast!)
🤝 Met with Australian Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Julie Collins during the Trade Mission Plenary to discuss further opportunities for trade, business and cooperation
🍷 Launched the California W**e and U.S. Distilled Spirits Council's trade tour. Australia has been identified as a key market for premium U.S. brands
🥓 Visited a local Costco and met with everyday Aussies purchasing American produce
🐄 Toured Pure Dairy, an Australian manufacturer that is distributing American-made cheese products into the local market
👥💬 Spoke with business leaders at an AmCham meeting
🏈 Hosted a tailgate party showcasing American food and beverages ahead of the first-ever in-season NFL game in Australia.
The United States' and Australia's agricultural sectors are globally recognized, and Under Secretary Lindberg's visit reinforced our ties across agribusiness, trade, expertise, and innovation.
U.S. Department of Agriculture | Fine Food Australia | Julie Collins MP