Save Story Want to save opportunities and organisations? Register for a growAG account today. Sign up Sign in Story Breakthrough vertical farming solution seeking $1m investment Gaia Project Australia’s Rejig-Grow System is helping leafy green farmers maximise space and efficiency with an innovative, modular system that expands with natural growth cycles – halving operational costs and doubling yield. With a successful prototype for NASA and global expansion plans GPA is now raising its A$2 million seed round. Published Wednesday, 19 April 2023
Save Research project Dairy Input management Research project DairyHIGH 2 Efficient and effective nutrient management decisions are critical to profitable and sustainable milk production on Australian dairy farms. DairyHIGH 2 (high … Funded by Dairy Australia Project date 1 Oct 2020 - 20 Jun 2025 Research organisations Dairy Australia, University of Tasmania (UTAS)
Save Research project Cross industry Research project Evaluation of cooperative models under a carbon market as a method of increased engagement and uptake by producers, including exploring new or augmented approaches. Current research has focused on carbon practices at a national and regional level, but not at a local level to … Funded by AgriFutures Australia Project date 28 May 2021 - 30 Aug 2022 Research organisation Southern Queensland Natural Resources Management trading as Southern Queensland Landscapes
Save Research project Wool Research project Carbon Storage Partnership - Biodiversit Historical studies tell a negative story as they set a baseline prior to European settlement that used foreign practices to … Funded by Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) Project date 28 Feb 2022 - 30 Jun 2024 Research organisation University of Tasmania
Save Research project Wild catch fisheries Fisheries technology Research project Survey for WSSV vectors in the Moreton Bay White Spot Biosecurity Area White spot disease (WSD) is caused by white spot syndrome virus (WSSV), a very virulent virus that can cause devastating … Funded by Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) Project date 29 Jun 2020 - 29 Dec 2020
Save Research project Dairy Automation Research project Smarter Irrigation 2: What is my yield gap? Maximising water productivity Irrigation underpins the Australian dairy industry, with dairy the second largest irrigation water user behind cotton. Reduced water availability because … Funded by Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC) Project date 1 Jul 2019 - 30 May 2022 Research organisations Dairy Australia, Department of Jobs Precincts and Regions (DJPR) [Vic]
Save Research project Wild catch fisheries Research project Testing retail commodities for the presence of Taura Syndrome Virus and Yellow head Virus I The Australian prawn farming industry has been fortunate to remain free from many of the serious viral diseases which have … Funded by Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) Project date 2 Jul 2017 - 30 Aug 2017
Save Research project Eggs Research project Investigating improved rodent control strategies Rodent control is critical for maintaining robust biosecurity in egg farms. In this project, the Research Organisation will consult with … Funded by Australian Eggs Project date 1 Dec 2022 - 7 Apr 2025 Research organisation The University of Adelaide (UA)
Save Research project Wool Research project Measures for Environmental Performance AWI has been investing in the Farming for the Future (FFTF) program, which is a national change program exploring the … Funded by Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) Project date 27 Nov 2023 - 30 Jun 2024 Research organisation Macdoch Foundation Limited
Save Story Story TV presenter giving farmers the ultimate rain check Well-known television personality, Jane Bunn, is seeking investment to produce AI-powered, hyper-local forecasts via her mobile app to help deliver the “holy grail of weather info” to farmers. Author Tim Vetter Published Monday, 13 November 2023
Save Story Story Young Farmer of the Year backing fruit-picking robot Australia’s Young Farmer of the Year says robots can play a key role in tackling worker shortages and labour costs for fruit growers, and is helping a Victorian startup develop an autonomous apple-picking machine to do just that. Author Tim Vetter Published Wednesday, 21 June 2023
Save Story Story Almond farming pioneers introduce analyser of the future A multi-generational family business among the first almond growers in Australia has developed the SureNut Analyser - the world’s first analyser to automate the quality assurance process and scan for aflatoxin in almonds. They are now looking to engage with sorter manufacturers to give the technology a global reach. Published Sunday, 29 January 2023
Save Story Story New app allows investors to back farm production Innovative Invest-Inya-Farmer fintech app offers investors “a farm in your pocket” and a slice of food production’s profits, as well as giving farmers access to new capital without taking out bank loans. After successfully working with the cattle, oyster and bee industries, Founder Nathan McPhee is seeking engagement from farm collaborators in broadacre cropping, fruit and vegetable industries. Author Sue Neales Published Wednesday, 01 February 2023
Save Story Story AgTech applications could revolutionise the cotton farming industry Researchers at Monash University are applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology and game-design practices to reduce spray drift from agricultural pesticides, minimising the negative impact on neighbouring crops and wildlife. Led by Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC) In collaboration with Monash University Author Melanie Jenson Published Tuesday, 22 June 2021
Save Story Story Forage Value Index worth investigating for dairy farmers Dairy farmers who have chosen to renovate perennial pastures this autumn are encouraged to use Dairy Australia's Forage Value Index (FVI) to select the right ryegrass for their farm and ensure they are making the best decisions for the year ahead. The FVI enables farmers to select perennial ryegrass cultivars that will deliver the best possible pasture based on their location, farming system and forage needs. Led by Dairy Australia Published Tuesday, 02 February 2021
Save Research project Research project Agricultural Health and Safety Statistics 2019 This project tracks 2019 annual statistics on farm deaths and injuries. It assesses data from the National Coroner's Information System and … Funded by AgriFutures Australia Project date 25 Jun 2019 - 31 Jan 2020 Research organisation The University of Sydney (USYD)
Save Research project Dairy Research project Climate Adaptation Development Build a national framework for dairy farming climate change adaptation that connects existing research and resources to sub-regional and business … Funded by Dairy Australia Project date 31 Jan 2024 - 30 Sep 2024
Save Research project Aquaculture Research project Benchmarking for health and productivity in aquaculture Industry benchmarking for animal health and production characteristics is commonly practiced in many agricultural industries. Initial discussions with a range … Funded by Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) Project date 23 Apr 2020 - 28 Oct 2021 Research organisation Agriculture Victoria
Save Research project Research project Agricultural Health and Safety Statistics This project aims to track annual statistics on farm deaths and injuries. Agriculture is recognised as a highly dangerous sector … Funded by AgriFutures Australia Project date 15 Mar 2018 - 10 Jan 2019 Research organisation The University of Sydney (USYD)
Save Story Story Six innovations set to change the future of farming Investment in research and development is sowing the seeds of a bright new future for Australia’s agricultural sector. Here’s a quick look at six agtech innovations that could change the way we farm in the years to come. Author Michelle Meehan Published Wednesday, 15 November 2023