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Wine
Plant science
Research project

Understanding Brettanomyces and its adaptation to control measures

Brettanomyces yeast cause wine spoilage by producing 4-ethylphenol and 4-ethylguiacol which are responsible for ‘phenolic’, ‘leather’, ‘sweaty’ and ‘medicinal’ aromas (…
  • Funded by

    Wine Australia

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2017 -
    30 Jun 2022

Wine
Plant science
Research project

Managing the impact of vintage advancement and compression

Vintage compression due to climate change is well-documented. The period between the harvest of early maturing varieties, such as Chardonnay, …
  • Funded by

    Wine Australia

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2017 -
    30 Sep 2020

Wine
Plant science
Research project

Bioprospecting Australian microbial genetic diversity

An important aspect of terroir, particularly where spontaneous fermentations are performed, is very likely to be related to differences in …
  • Funded by

    Wine Australia

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2017 -
    30 Jun 2022

Wine
Multiple technology areas
Crop protection Plant science
Research project

Scion genetics & improvement: development of new disease-resistance varieties

The aim of this project is to breed second generation mildew-resistant scions combining powdery mildew and downy mildew resistance genes …
  • Funded by

    Wine Australia

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2017 -
    8 Aug 2022

  • Research organisation

    Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Agriculture and Food

Wine
Plant science
Research project

Scion genetics & improvement: desirable consumer traits

This project aims to develop genetic marker tools to enable more rapid screening of new scion selections for desirable consumer …
  • Funded by

    Wine Australia

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2017 -
    30 Jun 2022

  • Research organisation

    Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Agriculture and Food

Wine
Plant science
Research project

Rootstock genetics & improvement - tolerance to abiotic stress

Heat, drought and salinity are abiotic stressors facing many Australian grapegrowers. Climate modelling for southern Australia suggests that these stressors …
  • Funded by

    Wine Australia

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2017 -
    8 Aug 2022

  • Research organisation

    Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Agriculture and Food

Essential oils
Plant science
Research project

Tea Tree Breeding Program 2

Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) is grown for its essential oil, which is distilled from the leaf and sold for use …
  • Funded by

    AgriFutures Australia

  • Project date

    1 Jul 2017 -
    15 May 2019

  • Research organisation

    Southern Cross University (SCU)

Pulse grains
Plant science
Research project

Understanding the implications of new traits on adaptation, crop physiology

Pulses are an important part of many productive, profitable and sustainable farming systems in southern Australia. This investment will provide …
  • Funded by

    Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC)

  • Project date

    30 Jun 2017 -
    30 May 2021

  • Research organisation

    Department of Jobs Precincts and Regions (DJPR) [Vic]

Pasture, fodder & feed
Plant science
Research project

Siriver – producing lucerne breeders seed

Siriver is the most popular and important variety of lucerne planted in Australia. The hybrid variety has been in existence …
  • Funded by

    AgriFutures Australia

  • Project date

    25 Jun 2017 -
    30 May 2020

  • Research organisation

    Lucerne Australia Inc.

Fruits
Multiple technology areas
Input management Plant science
Research project

Maximising yield and reducing seasonal variation

This project is developing the knowledge and tools needed to manipulate and maximise avocado tree yields. Specifically, the project is …
  • Funded by

    Hort Innovation

  • Project date

    31 May 2017 -
    31 Aug 2021

  • Research organisation

    Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)

Pasture, fodder & feed
Plant science
Research project

DAQ00211 - Quantifying the effectiveness of cover crops as a means of increased water infiltration and reduced evaporation in the northern region

More effective capture and storage of rainfall are major challenges for both grain and cotton growers across the northern region …
  • Funded by

    Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC)

  • Project date

    1 May 2017 -
    20 Oct 2020

  • Research organisation

    Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (QDAF)

Multiple industries
Cereal grains Cotton Pasture, fodder & feed
Plant science
Research project

Quantifying the effectiveness of cover crops as a means of increased water infiltration and reduced evaporation in the northern region

This cross-sectoral project investigated the effectiveness of cover crops to increase infiltration, reduce evaporation, and increase plant-available water for dryland …
  • Funded by

    Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)

  • Project date

    1 May 2017 -
    20 Oct 2020

  • Research organisations

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

Pasture, fodder & feed
Plant science
Research project

Ensuring Lucerne seed production in the absence of bees

Lucerne is an important pasture species that is dependent on bees for pollination. To overcome this potential vulnerability, this project …
  • Funded by

    AgriFutures Australia

  • Project date

    1 May 2017 -
    31 Oct 2021

  • Research organisation

    The University of Western Australia (UWA)

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