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Cross industry
Research project

Recognising on-farm biodiversity management

Early in 2020 the Australian Farm Institute undertook a research project on behalf of the National Farmer’s Federation for Phase 1 …
  • Funded by

    National Farmers' Federation (NFF)

  • Project date

    1 Feb 2020 -
    1 Dec 2020

  • Research organisation

    Australian Farm Institute (AFI)

Multiple industries
Beef cattle Other rural industries Sheep & lamb Wool
Input management
Research project

Mapping Climate and Biodiversity Stakeholders

To assist industry to prepare for evolving global policy, this project will engage with stakeholders to identify improved ways of …
  • Funded by

    Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA)

  • Project date

    30 Apr 2019 -
    30 Dec 2020

Honey bees
Novel ingredients
Research project

Development of honeybee products from a biodiversity hotspot

The endemic flora of Western Australia represents a biodiversity hot spot and provides the opportunity for beekeepers to create unique …
  • Funded by

    AgriFutures Australia

  • Project date

    1 Oct 2016 -
    15 May 2020

  • Research organisation

    The University of Western Australia (UWA)

Cotton
Automation
Research project

Cotton Landcare Tech Innovations: Improved natural capital (biodiversity) on Australian cotton farms

This project is part of the National Landcare Program’s Smart Farming Partnerships initiative. It aims to build on international …
  • Funded by

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2018 -
    30 Nov 2021

  • Research organisations

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC), New South Wales Local Land Services (NSW LLS), University of New England (UNE)

Research project

Nature Repair Market Bill, Summary Paper

Develop a research paper providing a comprehensive understanding of the new legislation framework creating a voluntary biodiversity market that will …
  • Funded by

    AgriFutures Australia

  • Project date

    19 Feb 2024 -
    1 Apr 2024

  • Research organisation

    Ernst & Young

Multiple industries
Aquaculture Wild catch fisheries
Aquaculture technology
Research project

Artificial Reefs: Suitability of recycled materials for integration into purpose built artificial reefs for enhancing marine productivity, biodiversity and social outcomes

The project on recycled materials in artificial reefs aims to maximize marine benefits by exploring use of alternative materials. It …
  • Funded by

    Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)

  • Project date

    14 Jun 2022 -
    14 Feb 2024

  • Research organisation

    Recfishwest

Multiple industries
Aquaculture Wild catch fisheries
Aquaculture technology
Research project

Evaluating the economic and environmental return on investment of modern fish screens

The evaluation of the economic and environmental return on investment of modern fish screens in this project offers several significant …
  • Funded by

    Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)

  • Project date

    2 Jun 2022 -
    29 Jun 2025

  • Research organisation

    New South Wales Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI)

Multiple industries
Beef cattle Other rural industries Sheep & lamb
Research project

Grant Agreement National Landcare Program

The Project will roll-out an innovative national online sustainability framework, offering five verifiable Sustainability Credentials: Vegetation retention and enhancement, Grass …
  • Funded by

    Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA)

  • Project date

    17 Mar 2020 -
    30 Jun 2023

Multiple industries
Dairy Pasture, fodder & feed
Research project

Climate Resilience with Mixed Species and Nutrient Cycling

Changes to pasture management from reliance on perennial ryegrass dominant pastures and high inputs of N fertilisers to multispecies pastures (…
  • Funded by

    Dairy Australia

  • Project date

    1 Apr 2023 -
    30 Jun 2028

Story

Next gen plant protein startup, The Leaf Protein Co. ready to scale pilot production

An innovative agrifood startup is set to shake up the alternative protein sector with a novel next gen plant protein. Using highly-specialised extraction technologies, The Leaf Protein Co. is turning the green leaf by-product of vegetable crops into a nutritious, ‘free from’ protein source for food manufacturers. Promoting biodiversity, reducing food waste, and diversifying farm incomes – The Leaf Protein Co. is now seeking investors to scale towards pilot production.   

  • Led by

    The Leaf Protein Co.

  • Author

    Casey Dunn

  • Published

    Monday, 21 February 2022

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Cotton
Input management
Research project

PhD: Sustainable water extractions: Low flow refugia and critical flow thresholds

When inland rivers flow, biodiversity thrives. But when there is low or no flow, waterholes (refugia) become refuges for fish, …
  • Funded by

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)

  • Project date

    1 Jan 2014 -
    30 Mar 2021

  • Research organisations

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC), University of New England (UNE)

Cotton
Research project

Cotton Landcare Tech Innovations: Florabank workshops

This project delivers plant propagation and growth workshops in partnership with CottonInfo, the Wee Waa Local Aboriginal Lands Council, Country Road & Landcare Australia.
  • Funded by

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)

  • Project date

    1 May 2021 -
    31 Oct 2021

  • Research organisation

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)

Multiple industries
Cotton Forestry Natural capital assets Wild catch fisheries
Research project

Environmental and Economic accounting in Primary Industries (Natural Capital Accounting) - linked to 2017-175

This project is part of a broader Australian Government’s Rural R&D for Profit cross-sectoral investment assessing Natural …
  • Funded by

    Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)

  • Project date

    28 Jan 2018 -
    28 Jul 2020

  • Research organisation

    Forest and Wood Products Australia (FWPA)

Cross industry
Input management
Research project

Wild Dog Coordination

Wild dog predation is a huge social, economic and environmental cost to Australia’s economy. This project supports Wild Dog …
  • Funded by

    Australian Wool Innovation (AWI)

  • Project date

    22 Aug 2016 -
    30 Jun 2021

Cross industry
Input management
Research project

Wild Dog Control Coordinator SA

This project will provide wild dog coordination in South Australia to landholders south of the Dog Fence. This Wild Dog …
  • Funded by

    Australian Wool Innovation (AWI)

  • Project date

    5 Apr 2018 -
    28 Feb 2019

  • Research organisation

    Department of Primary Industries and Regions South Australia (PIRSA)

Multiple industries
Aquaculture Forestry Natural capital assets
Organisation

Silverstrand Capital

Silverstrand is a Singapore-based impact investor focusing on biodiversity. The Biodiversity Accelerator+ is an initiative catalyzed by Silverstrand Capital to …
  • Location

    Central Singapore Community Development Council, Singapore. Operating globally.

  • Organisation type

    Accelerator or Incubator, Investor

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