Australia-World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Bushfoods Pilot

This Pilot, funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), supports First Nations bushfoods enterprises to engage with the international intellectual property (IP) system, helping ensure that traditional knowledge, culture and products are recognised, respected and protected in global markets. Working alongside Fig Jam & Co, Native Oz Bushfoods, and World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) appointed experts Dr Miri Raven and Professor Daniel Robinson, NLE contributed to the co-design of a culturally appropriate training and mentoring program.

The program combines technical expertise with the lived experiences of First Nations businesses, creating resources that are both practical and meaningful. Insights from participants are shaping the development of tools and a customised guide to support other First Nations enterprises as they grow their bushfoods export opportunities.

This collaboration strengthens not only the businesses directly involved, but also the wider bushfoods sector, laying foundations for future generations to benefit from sustainable, culturally grounded enterprise.