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How marine algae can help droughtproof agriculture

Graeme Barnett, Managing Director & CEO of Qponics speaks in a podcast about their innovative marine microalgae solution, how it can help droughtproof agriculture and become a major player in the future of protein production. Qponics is now seeking a $1m bridging round to scale the co-production of protein-rich food ingredients and high-value oils

  • Published

    Monday, 05 December 2022

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Cross industry
Research project

Sex selection genes from fruit fly species for use in SITplus

This investment is contributing to an improved understanding of the genetics involved in developing fit, male-only lines of Queensland fruit …
  • Funded by

    Hort Innovation

  • Project date

    19 Oct 2018 -
    19 Oct 2022

  • Research organisation

    Macquarie University

Cotton
Multiple technology areas
Crop protection Plant science
Research project

IPM Technical Lead and Pest Management for High Yield Research

This project investigates whether previous recommendations for fruit retention in cotton are compatible with the pursuit of very high yields. …
  • Funded by

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2018 -
    30 Jun 2021

  • Research organisations

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC), Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (QDAF)

Cotton
Crop protection
Research project

Evaluation of relative damage caused by two-spotted mite, bean spider mite and strawberry mite in cotton

Historically, two-spotted spider mites were the dominant mite species in cotton production and the focus of research. The widespread uptake …
  • Funded by

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)

  • Project date

    1 Jan 2018 -
    31 Dec 2019

  • Research organisations

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC), New South Wales Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI), University of Tasmania (UTAS)

Sugar
Crop protection
Research project

Viruses to aid biological control of major root-feeding pests of sugarcane

Australia’s $1.7 billion sugar industry is threatened by severe root-feeding pests such as canegrubs and soldier flies. There are no …
  • Funded by

    Sugar Research Australia (SRA)

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2023 -
    30 Jun 2027

  • Research organisation

    The University of Queensland (UQ)

Story

Biological controls offer new addition to farmers’ toolbox to better manage insect pests

Without pesticides the world could lose up to 50% of key food and fibre crops, devastating global supply. Through work undertaken by Dr Robert Mensah of NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI), in collaboration with the Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC), effective biological control options for insect pests in cotton have been demonstrated and they are now seeking partners to commercialise these innovative solutions.

  • Led by

    NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI)

  • In collaboration

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)

  • Author

    Michelle Meehan

  • Published

    Monday, 19 July 2021

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AU$1 million sought for marine microalgae to droughtproof protein supply

Queensland agritech company, Qponics is on a mission to accelerate the transition to drought proof agriculture, by cultivating marine microalgae at scale for the co-production of protein-rich food ingredients and high-value oils. To achieve this, Qponics is seeking impact investors to support the development of a new microalgae production complex in South Ballina, NSW, and scale sustainable oil and protein production in Australia.  

  • Published

    Sunday, 27 November 2022

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Cotton
Crop protection
Research project

Novel options and strategies for integrated pest management in Australian cotton

The ultimate aim of this project is to find holistic solutions for managing the entire pest complex in a way that minimises the economic losses from mirids, green vegetable bugs, whitefly, caterpillars, mealybugs, aphids and mites.
  • Funded by

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2021 -
    30 Jun 2024

  • Research organisation

    Crop Consultants Association

Sugar
Input management
Research project

Mackay Whitsunday Cane to Creek

This project is focussed on engaging with growers in Central region, with an emphasis on priority sub-catchments in the Pioneer and Plane Creek Basins, to improve understanding of the science behind water quality targets and to implement change on their farms.
  • Funded by

    Sugar Research Australia (SRA)

  • Project date

    17 Jul 2020 -
    31 Oct 2023

  • Research organisation

    Sugar Research Australia

Wool
Research project

Identifying T.cylindrosporum in Australia

There are several species of fungi that can infect and kill insects, A Review of Sheep Blowfly Pathogen Control (ON-00620) …
  • Funded by

    Australian Wool Innovation (AWI)

  • Project date

    10 Dec 2019 -
    30 Jun 2020

  • Research organisation

    The University of Melbourne

Wool
Research project

Informed development of a flystrike vaccine

This project focusses on two main areas: Using genetic and genomic data to determine the structure of blowfly populations in …
  • Funded by

    Australian Wool Innovation (AWI)

  • Project date

    2 Jan 2019 -
    30 Jun 2022

  • Research organisation

    The University of Melbourne

Wool
Research project

Genetics of Blowfly Parasitism

Understanding the biology of the Australian sheep blowfly (Lucilia cuprina) is critical to developing new and effective strategies for its …
  • Funded by

    Australian Wool Innovation (AWI)

  • Project date

    11 Apr 2016 -
    21 Nov 2018

  • Research organisation

    The University of Melbourne

Other rural industries
Multiple technology areas
Alternative protein Animal technology Aquaculture technology Consumer health Plant science Processing & packaging Renewable energy
Research project

Horizon scan for new market opportunities in emerging industries

This project will conduct a market analysis of emerging agricultural-related food, fodder, fibre, and fertiliser products in general and eight …
  • Funded by

    AgriFutures Australia

  • Project date

    8 Apr 2022 -
    2 Oct 2022

  • Research organisation

    Centre for International Economics

Multiple industries
Dairy Pasture, fodder & feed
Plant science
Research project

Dairy BIO Forage Project 2c - Endophyte Safety Assays

DairyBio is the dairy industry’s leading bioscience research program. Its forage program projects, like this one researching perennial ryegrass varieties, are designed to breed plants and pasture with higher yield, higher energy, improved digestibility and increased persistence, that will result in increased milk production.
  • Funded by

    Dairy Australia

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2021 -
    1 Jun 2026

  • Research organisation

    Dairy Australia

Wool
Research project

CRISPR Phase III

Understanding the biology of the Australian sheep blowfly (Lucilia cuprina) is critical to developing new and effective strategies for its …
  • Funded by

    Australian Wool Innovation (AWI)

  • Project date

    21 Jul 2018 -
    20 Feb 2019

  • Research organisation

    The University of Melbourne

Multiple industries
Cereal grains Oilseeds Pulse grains
Crop protection
Research project

Resistance surveillance for sustainable management of Helicoverpa in grains

The cotton bollworm, Helicoverpa armigera is a major pest of grain crops and represents a significant challenge for the Australian …
  • Funded by

    Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC)

  • Project date

    1 Oct 2019 -
    30 Sep 2022

  • Research organisation

    Department of Regional New South Wales (DRNSW)

Cotton
Multiple technology areas
Automation Crop protection
Research project

Trial to compare mechanical and chemical tactics for effective crop termination of herbicide tolerant cotton

Control of cotton re-growth (ratoons) is a critical part of an insect resistance management plan, however the presence of GM …
  • Funded by

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2018 -
    30 Jun 2019

  • Research organisations

    Annabelle Guest Agricultural Development (AGDel), Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)

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