Decision support framework and tool supporting Australian producers to make informed decisions about the relative benefits arising from their actions for production, natural capital, and/or natural ca

A large number of resources, tools and calculators exist to support producer decision making around entering carbon markets and other …

Supporting better decision-making through increasing farmers data-based knowledge

This project aims to increase the adoption of soil moisture probes and weather stations to provide farmers with data-based knowledge …

Online Tool for Decision Making Pathways

This project will provide farmer-friendly tools to assist farmers in adopting innovations that reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, improve soil …

Gary Sansom Scholarship 2023 - Mr Caleb Wellard

Framework for Sustainability Reporting

This project is seeking to create credible and tangible Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems for the entire agribusiness value chain. These systems will account for emissions reductions resulting from an intervention that would not have otherwise occurred. This strong, standardised, and verifiable MRV system will enhance financial products, assist in the de-risking of investments, and cultivate brand awareness and trust among consumers, both domestically and internationally, resulting in benefits flowing back to all players across the value chain, including farmers and agribusiness.

Evaluation and positioning of dual purpose cereals for the export hay market

Dual purpose wheat and barley hay are being investigated to provide exporters with a broader suite of fodder products and …

Implantable RFID for cattle - Commercial Supply Chain trials

Based on the positive results that come out of the limited field trials completed on implantable RFID devices, it was recommended that further supply chain trials were undertaken to expand on this work to address the remaining adoption barriers for an implantable RFID device.

International Productivity Analysis

This project aims to understand what the differences are between Australia and other countries key drivers of productivity and cost of production, informing any gaps in Australian RD&E investment, to ultimately improve the competitiveness of Australian dairy farmers in the Global marketplace.

Grower and advisor survey - pests and disease 2022

This investment will assist another investment that will estimate the economic impacts of pests and diseases across crops and grain …

Increasing yield potential of Tasmanian white clover seed production crops

Tasmania is a major producer of certified white clover seed production crops.  The climate and environmental conditions in Southern …

Carbon EDGE package development

A Carbon EDGE training program will equip producers with the knowledge and skills to create a carbon account and formulate a customised plan to address emissions and production benefits at an enterprise level.

Identifying Value Proposition for Agtech Adoption

This project explored the value of agtech and digital innovation in five industries (ginger, rice, export fodder, hemp, and jackfruit). It mapped producer needs and opportunities for technologies, that are both in-use and under-development, to examine costs and benefits for producers and the supply chain. A strategic roadmap to drive technology adoption and digital transformation was co-designed with industry input.

NGN Improving and understanding the interaction between Water Use Efficiency and Nitrogen Use Efficiency in Canola

Growers participating in National Grower Network (NGN) forums in Southern NSW require canola nitrogen management strategies for different seasonal water …

Exploring a cotton and grains agricultural traineeship model

Exploring the potential for an agricultural traineeship model with a focus and benefit to cotton and grains.

Best practice manual for growing, harvesting and storing Industrial Hemp (Cannabis sativa) in Australia

The Australian Hemp Council (AHC) is a formal association of Australia's IH growers and crop consultants including personnel from state …

Nutritional Qualities of Black Soldier Fly Larvae

As the global population continues to grow towards a predicted 9.5 billion by 2050, a critical shortage of animal proteins is increasingly …

Transformational and integrated feedbase for mixed farming zones of southern Australia

The project will increase sustainability and productivity in the mixed farming zone of WA and NSW using advanced forage systems to support livestock enterprises.

eID Implementation on farm

This project will help support the initial phase in process by providing technical support and independent advice on how to …

Improving drought resilience and on farm decision making through a localised weather station network and monitoring equipment.

This project is designed to support producers throughout their agtech journey by being a gateway and example piece of how …

Connecting Rice Research to the Internet of Things and beyond

This project will support producers on their Agtech journey by removing risks associated with identifying the correct IoT sensor networks …