JBS Australia is the largest meat and food processing company in Australia, operating as a division of the global JBS S.A. group, the world’s largest protein producer. Headquartered in Brisbane, Queensland, JBS Australia supplies premium beef, lamb, pork, and value-added food products to over 50 countries globally, playing a critical role in Australia's agribusiness economy.
Core Business
JBS Australia operates a vertically integrated supply chain that includes feedlots, processing plants, value-added product manufacturing, and export distribution networks. The company serves global retail, foodservice, and wholesale markets, with a strong emphasis on quality, sustainability, and traceability.
Product and Service Offerings
Beef
- Grass-fed Beef: Certified by programs such as Great Southern and Hereford Boss
- Grain-fed Beef: Includes high-marbling lines like Beef City Black and Portoro
- Organic Beef: Under the Acres Organic brand, certified by NASAA
Lamb
- Grass-fed Lamb: Marketed under brands like Great Southern
- Grain-fed Lamb: Processed in modern facilities for domestic and export markets
Pork
- Fresh Pork: Distributed under the Primo brand (via JBS subsidiary)
- Processed Pork Products: Bacon, ham, sausages, and value-added meals
Seafood
- Farm-raised Salmon and Seafood: Distributed through JBS-owned Huon Aquaculture
Value-added Products
- Smallgoods and Ready-to-Eat Meals: Under Swift, Primo, and other consumer brands
- Frozen Meals and Protein Snacks
Specialization and Core USP
JBS Australia’s success is built on:
- Largest meat processing capacity in Australia
- Eleven processing plants and five feedlots across New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, Victoria, and South Australia
- Global distribution network, with over 50 export markets
- Stringent food safety and quality control systems, including HACCP, BRC, and USDA certifications
- Pioneering traceability programs and sustainability-led production models
The company’s unique selling proposition lies in its brand portfolio, which targets various consumer demographics through segmentation by marbling score, breed, feeding program, and sustainability claims.
Financials and Scale
JBS Australia is a major contributor to the JBS global financial performance:
- JBS S.A. reported global net revenue of USD 65 billion in 2023
- JBS Australia accounts for approx. AUD 5.2 billion annually
- Over 12,000 employees across Australia
- Processes more than 8 million head of cattle, 5 million lambs, and 1.5 million pigs annually
Shipment Data
Trade intelligence and internal reports reveal:
- Export to more than 50 countries, including the US, China, Japan, Korea, the Middle East, and EU
- Leading Australian meat exporter by container volume
- Operates out of key export-approved facilities at Dinmore (largest beef processing plant in the Southern Hemisphere), Brooklyn, Longford, Bordertown, and Townsville
- Supports Halal-certified processing for Islamic markets
Target Market
- Global retailers including major supermarket chains
- High-end foodservice and hospitality sectors
- Quick service restaurant (QSR) chains
- Institutional food providers and government contracts
- Distributors and wholesalers in Asia, EU, and MENA regions
Capabilities
- End-to-end supply chain control
- Branded beef and lamb programs tailored by region and consumer segment
- Industry-leading animal welfare and sustainability protocols
- Cold chain logistics and international trade facilitation
- On-site R&D and product development teams
Certifications and Compliance
- BRC Global Standards certified facilities
- HACCP and AUS-MEAT accredited
- USDA and EU Export Approved
- Halal and Organic certifications
- Sustainability verified through the JBS Net Zero 2040 program
Customer Testimonials
“JBS Australia’s Great Southern program offers the consistency and quality our customers demand. Their traceability and animal welfare practices give us peace of mind.”
— Procurement Manager, Leading Retail Chain, Japan
“We trust JBS Australia for both high-quality protein and reliability in shipment. Their Beef City and Little Joe brands are a staple on our steakhouse menus.”
— Executive Chef, Premium Restaurant Group, UAE
Major Achievements
- Recognized for Little Joe beef as one of the highest marbling, fully traceable grass-fed beef products in the world
- First Australian meat company to commit to Net Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2040
- Expansion into the seafood sector via acquisition of Huon Aquaculture
- Investment of over AUD 200 million into plant upgrades and innovation since 2020
- Launched the JBS Carbon Neutral Certified Beef Program in 2023
With unmatched scale, a strong commitment to sustainability, and a diversified portfolio of globally recognized protein brands, JBS Australia continues to lead as the premier supplier of premium Australian meat and food products to the world.
