WA Student Product Development COMPETITION

WA Student Product Development Competition

The Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology’s (AIFST) Student Product Development Competition (SPDC) is being held in WA in 2026. AIFST provides numerous opportunities each year for students to better prepare for their professional lives after study. The SPDC is one such opportunity and is the chance for student members to experience a new product development project in “real life” - providing exposure to industry experts, peers, and potential future employers within the food industry.

The SPDC was established over 12 years ago and has attracted team entries from leading educational institutions across Australia, with previous entrants and winning team members going on to find fulfilling careers within both the Australian and global food industry. 

A maximum of four finalist teams will be selected to present their projects at the 2026 AIFST WA SPDC event in March.

The handbook (link below), which outlines the rules and procedures for the 2026 AIFST SPDC, has been provided to ensure all entrants have the information needed to make the entry process as easy as possible. It also provides hints and tips to help with every step along the way to ensure that you gain the most out of your involvement in the 2026 SPDC.

2026 AIFST SPDC Handbook

2026 SPDC PARTNERS