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Tickets Now on Sale for WagyuEdge’27: Join the Global Conversation on the Business of Luxury

WagyuEdge is heading to Adelaide, and early bird tickets are officially on sale.

From 27-29 April 2027, the Australian Wagyu industry will come together in South Australia for WagyuEdge’27, a flagship event that will explore what it takes to build, protect and grow one of the world’s most sought-after luxury food brands. Under the theme The Business of Luxury, delegates will examine the powerful intersection of production excellence, brand authority and global demand that is shaping the future of Wagyu.

Following a successful event in Brisbane, WagyuEdge’27 brings the industry to one of Australia’s most celebrated food, wine and tourism destinations. For three days, Adelaide will become the centre of the Wagyu world, bringing together producers, researchers, innovators, marketers, chefs, brand owners and global thought leaders for thought-provoking discussions, practical insights and valuable industry connections.

The Business of Luxury

As Wagyu continues to strengthen its reputation in premium markets around the world, the industry faces an important challenge: how to maintain exclusivity while creating sustainable growth.

Guided by the theme The Business of Luxury, WagyuEdge’27 will explore how genetics, innovation, production systems, marketing, consumer trends and global market opportunities combine to create long-term value across the entire supply chain.

The conference will challenge delegates to think beyond traditional production measures and explore how every decision, from breeding and feeding through to branding and customer experience, influences market perception and ultimately price.

A Program Designed for the Future

This year’s program will feature an outstanding line-up of Australian and international speakers, delivering insight into the opportunities and challenges shaping the next chapter of the Wagyu industry. Topics will include:

The Next Generation of Wagyu Leadership
Genetics, Technology and Innovation
Future Consumer Trends
Global Markets and International Demand
Building Luxury Brands
Consumer Experience and Premium Dining
Production Economics and Value Creation

From food futurists and market analysts to progressive producers and global brand experts, every session is designed to equip delegates with insights that can be applied across their business and throughout the value chain.

More Than a Conference

WagyuEdge’27 is much more than a speaker program.

Delegates can look forward to a premium event experience featuring networking functions, industry celebrations such as the Elite Wagyu Sale, Wagyu Industry Dinner and Wagyu Branded Beef Awards, the Industry Showcase and opportunities to connect with leading businesses and innovators from across the Wagyu supply chain. The Industry Showcase will once again serve as a central hub of innovation, bringing together providers of genetics, technology, animal health, nutrition, marketing and business services under one roof.

An exclusive pre-conference tour will also give delegates behind-the-scenes access to leading southern Australian Wagyu operations, offering a unique opportunity to see firsthand the people, systems and innovations helping shape the future of the industry.

Partner With Us

WagyuEdge’27 offers businesses a unique opportunity to connect with the people driving the future of the Wagyu industry. From leading producers and brand owners to researchers, processors, exporters and global market influencers, the event attracts a highly engaged audience united by a passion for excellence and innovation.

Through sponsorship and Industry Showcase opportunities, partners can elevate brand visibility, build meaningful industry relationships and position their business at the centre of the conversations shaping the future of Wagyu. Whether your goal is lead generation, brand awareness or strengthening connections across the supply chain, WagyuEdge’27 provides a powerful platform to engage with decision makers from across Australia and around the world. FIND OUT MORE

Why Adelaide?

As Australia’s renowned food and wine capital, Adelaide provides the ideal backdrop for a conference focused on luxury, provenance and premium consumer experiences.

Whether you’re exploring world-class dining, discovering South Australia’s iconic wine regions, or connecting with industry peers between sessions, Adelaide offers a delegate experience that extends well beyond the conference venue.

Secure Your Place

As the global Wagyu industry continues to evolve, WagyuEdge’27 will provide the insights, connections and conversations needed to navigate the opportunities ahead.

Whether you’re a breeder, feeder, processor, exporter, marketer, researcher or industry partner, WagyuEdge’27 is your opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of Wagyu.

WagyuEdge’27 – pre Tour
Melbourne, Victoria – Adelaide, South Australia
24-27 April 2027

WagyuEdge’27
Adelaide, South Australia
27-29 April 2027

Early Bird Tickets are on sale. Secure your place today.

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It is important that you appreciate when accessing the Australian Wagyu Association Limited (AWA) database (which may be hosted on an external website) that the information contained on the AWA database, including but not limited to pedigree, DNA information, Wagyu Breeding Values (WBVs) and Index values (together called Database Information), is based on data supplied by AWA members and/or third parties. 

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Regarding WBVs and Index values, it is important to appreciate, and you need to be aware that: 

WBVs are derived using genetic evaluation technology developed for the AWA, using information contained within the AWA database and parameters derived from it.
WBVs are estimates of genetic potential of individual animals and may change with addition of new data or with new parameters.
WBVs are genetic merit estimates only and may not reflect the raw animal phenotype.
WBVs can only be directly compared to other WBVs calculated in the same AWA genetic analysis.

Regarding pedigree and DNA testing results submitted to the AWA, it is important to appreciate, and you need to be aware that: 

Animals whose registration identifiers start with PED are Pedigree Recorded Animals. What this means is that the details which AWA used to register the animal were obtained from a Recognised Wagyu Registry Organisation – in other words a Wagyu breed association based outside of Australia. AWA has not independently verified the information with respect to the animal or the details recorded about the animal. You should read AWA’s by-laws which set out details regarding the definition of a Pedigree Recorded Animal. 
Pedigree and DNA data submitted and supplied to AWA may have errors in it which cannot be detected without further DNA testing. 
Technology may have advanced since a particular test was undertaken so that genetic issues or inaccuracies which were previously not detectable are now able to be detected by current testing technology (i.e. if the animal was tested again with current technology). 
AWA estimates that less than 1% of the pedigree entries, ownership or breeding details in the AWA Herdbook may have errors or which may be misleading. For this reason, users ought to consider if they need to obtain independent testing of the relevant animal (if possible) to ensure that the data is accurate.

Regarding prefectural content, it is important to appreciate, and you need to be aware that: 

Prefectural content is based on the estimation of prefectural origin from Japanese breeding records of 201 foundation sires and 168 foundation dams. As genotype-based parent verification is not used in Japan, and full Japanese registration certificates are not available for all foundation animals, exact prefectural composition for these sires and dams cannot be validated. 
The calculation of prefectural content for Australian Herdbook animals relies on the accuracy of pedigree records and DNA samples provided by AWA members.

Regarding DNA testing and genetic condition results submitted to the AWA, it is important to appreciate, and you need to be aware that: 

As genetic testing results are provided by independent DNA testing laboratories at the request of AWA members, AWA relies solely on the accuracy of the reporting of genetic testing as completed by the laboratories. 
AWA uses GeneProb software to calculate the likelihood of pedigree animals being a carrier of genetic conditions. This likelihood is an estimate based on the available genetic testing results.

If you consider that you do not understand or appreciate the nature and/or implications of the data provided on this website or the WBVs of a particular animal, then AWA strongly recommends that you seek expert advice.  Note there is substantial technical information and articles on the Wagyu website to assist our members.

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