Fruits Multiple technology areas Crop protection Plant science Research project Development of molecular markers for Fusarium resistance in banana Fusarium wilt – particularly that caused by Tropical Race 4 (TR4) of the fusarium pathogen – threatens the viability of commercial banana production … Funded by Hort Innovation Project date 16 Apr 2019 - 1 Mar 2021 Research organisation The University of Queensland (UQ)
Multiple industries Beef cattle Sheep & lamb Multiple technology areas Processing & packaging Traceability Research project Farm Gate to Plate – Preliminary study The main objective of this project was to develop a preliminary business case for a retail-ready, red meat program in … Funded by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Project date 15 Apr 2019 - 21 Dec 2020
Multiple industries Beef cattle Other rural industries Sheep & lamb Research project Gamification (Experience More) – Zappar This project will develop proof of concept packaging designs for red meat products using embedded augmented reality (Zappar). These concepts … Funded by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Project date 15 Apr 2019 - 1 Aug 2020
Multiple industries Beef cattle Sheep & lamb Processing & packaging Research project Preliminary evaluation of grab and go red meat products This project considered the desirability of a 'grab-and-go' red meat product to consumers and supply chain stakeholders in Australia, as … Funded by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Project date 15 Apr 2019 - 21 Dec 2019 Research organisation Greenleaf Enterprises Pty Limited
Multiple industries Beef cattle Sheep & lamb Research project Effect of ionizing radiation on bacteria during processing This project will test the outcomes of radiation from DEXA on bacteria during meat processing and validate the impact and … Funded by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Project date 15 Apr 2019 - 1 Feb 2022 Research organisation Murdoch University
Beef cattle Research project Biological-based or biological models for methane capture This project involves a literature review of biological organisms that utilize methane in grazing systems and could act as a … Funded by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Project date 15 Apr 2019 - 26 Jan 2020
Sheep & lamb Research project Resource Flock Sensory Evaluation and MS In conjunction with Resource Flock 2014-2020(B.SGN.0142), muscles will be collected from various lambs for sensory evaluation. Approximately 3,600 samples … Funded by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Project date 15 Apr 2019 - 30 Nov 2021 Research organisation Murdoch University
Sheep & lamb Research project Profitable Grazing Systems Supported Learning Profitable Grazing Systems (PGS) is one of Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA)’s adoption programs, which will drive measurable, improved … Funded by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Project date 15 Apr 2019 - 1 May 2020
Multiple industries Beef cattle Other rural industries Sheep & lamb Processing & packaging Research project Pet Food (Insights2Innovation) Review The pet food category is rapidly shifting due to changes in consumer expectations and global trends. This project identified new … Funded by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Project date 14 Apr 2019 - 26 Dec 2019 Research organisation Greenleaf Enterprises Pty Limited
Fruits Crop protection Research project Development of IPM compatible methods for controlling Drosophila suzukii in berry crops This investment will explore spotted wing drosophila (SWD, Drosophila suzukii) behaviour and ecology in different climates and crops in order … Funded by Hort Innovation Project date 12 Apr 2019 - 28 Feb 2021
Multiple industries Beef cattle Sheep & lamb Research project Productivity (On Farm) & Feedlot Evaluation The primary aim of this project was to assess a combination of the potential and actual benefits of RD&… Funded by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Project date 8 Apr 2019 - 29 Feb 2020
Multiple industries Beef cattle Other rural industries Sheep & lamb Research project Delivery of Profitable Grazing Systems Profitable Grazing Systems (PGS) is an Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) adoption program, which will drive measurable, improved business performance … Funded by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Project date 8 Apr 2019 - 15 Jul 2022
Wild catch fisheries Food processing technology Research project Maximising the value of the NSW Long Fin Eel catch through a whole of supply chain approach - Stage 1 There is a large unmet demand for eels in Asian markets with reduced tariffs through trade agreements enhancing the economic … Funded by Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) Project date 7 Apr 2019 - 21 Jun 2020 Research organisation Honey and Fox Pty Ltd
Fruits Consumer health Research project Consumer insights for the Australian melon industry This investment undertook research to deliver insights into Australian melon consumers, including their melon consumption habits and attitudes. The information … Funded by Hort Innovation Project date 5 Apr 2019 - 31 Jul 2019
Poultry Input management Research project Review of the Nutrient Content of Australian Feed Ingredients Formulation of a cost-effective diet that meets broiler nutritional requirements is critical for efficient production. However, many nutrient specification databases … Funded by AgriFutures Australia Project date 5 Apr 2019 - 12 Mar 2020 Research organisation University of New England (UNE)
Fruits Crop protection Research project Improving diagnostics and biosecurity for graft-transmissible diseases in citrus The objectives of this project are to strengthen the Australian citrus industry’s biosecurity against graft transmissible pathogens. This project … Funded by Hort Innovation Project date 4 Apr 2019 - 20 Sep 2022 Research organisation New South Wales Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI)
Other rural industries Research project Community Trust in the Australian Commerical Kangaroo Industry This project aims to understand and respond to community perceptions of Australia's commercial Kangaroo industry. The project will provide a … Funded by AgriFutures Australia Project date 3 Apr 2019 - 24 Apr 2020 Research organisation Reflexivity Pty Ltd
Research project Industry capability and mapping report and workshop There is a need to undertake a capability and capacity audit given that the landscape has changed and also that … Funded by Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) Project date 1 Apr 2019 - 29 May 2019 Research organisation Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
Cross industry Consumer health Research project Yarrabilba Circular Food Economy Yarrabilba in South East Queensland will become Australia’s first ‘sustainable food city’ as part of this Food Agility project led by Queensland University of Technology (QUT) and Lendlease. The project aims to develop a local food community based on circular economy principles. Funded by Food Agility Cooperative Research Centre (Food Agility CRC) Project date 1 Apr 2019 - 31 Mar 2022 Research organisation Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
Multiple industries Cereal grains Oilseeds Pulse grains Crop protection Research project Survey of vertebrate and invertebrate pests and beneficials harbouring in harvest weed-seed control systems This project will provide insights into how different harvest weed seed control (HWSC) systems influence invertebrates and mice populations. The … Funded by Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) Project date 1 Apr 2019 - 28 Feb 2021 Research organisation Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) [WA]