3727 research projects
Research project
Lifting Farm Gate Profit Through High Value Modular Agroforestry
Dairy Australia
This project will develop new approaches for the introduction of trees in agricultural lands to increase farm profitability. Outcomes will include direct benefits to farmers including shelter for livestock, higher animal productivity, resilience to weather events, establishment of floral resources for honeybees, sequestration of carbon, and production of timber resources...
1 Jul 2016 - 30 Jun 2020
Victoria, Australia
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Sustainable Pasture Systems under Climate Extremes research project
Dairy Australia
The increasing frequency and intensity of climate extremes pose a challenge for pasture-dependent industries. Information about how pasture grasses and legumes perform under drought and increased temperatures can support decisions about pasture selection, planting times and management. In this project, grasses, legumes and grass-legume mixtures were exposed to manipulated rainfall,...
12 Jul 2017 - 30 Sep 2020
Victoria, Australia
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Investigation of new approaches to cooling cows experiencing increased heat load
Dairy Australia
Even taking climate change into account, hot weather will continue to incite heat load responses in cattle. Therefore, it is imperative that livestock production systems identify and utilise mitigation strategies that are efficient and effective at reducing heat load. This project aims to improve the capacity of Australian dairy farmers...
1 Jul 2017 - 30 Jun 2021
Victoria, Australia
Research project
Dairy Forecast Service 2018 - 2020
Dairy Australia
This investment provides the Australian dairy industry with an early warning service for potential heat stress conditions. The forecast service runs 24/7 during the hot season (from 1 October to 31 March) every year and can provide information for specific locations. The project includes on going evaluation (via survey) of...
1 Oct 2017 - 30 Jun 2020
Victoria, Australia
Research project
Economic and biophysical modelling: DBFC Murray Dairy
Dairy Australia
Expansion of the Dairy Businesses for Future Climates (DBFC) economic and biophysical modelling of adaptation strategies for dairy production systems under 2040 scenarios using a Murray Dairy base farm for analysis.
1 Jul 2017 - 30 Jun 2018
Victoria, Australia
Research project
Climate Change Research Strategy Primary Industries
Dairy Australia
The Climate Change Research Strategy for Primary Industries (CCRSPI) is a partnership between organisations that invest in climate research, development and extension (RDE) for Australia’s primary industries. It brings together the research and knowledge that the Australian agriculture sector needs to adapt to a changing climate and reduce emissions. This...
1 Jul 2018 - 30 Jun 2020
Victoria, Australia
Research project
Cool Cows refresh
Dairy Australia
Assessing the cost of hot weather in terms of individual cow milk production and then devising on-farm management strategies for implementation at the herd level will assist in minimising the adverse impact of heat events on dairy farm productivity. This project will develop and deliver heat stress management information to...
1 Jul 2018 - 30 Jun 2020
Victoria, Australia
Research project
Advanced Nutrition in Action
Dairy Australia
The goal of the Advanced Nutrition in Action training program is to enable farmers and service providers improve herd nutrition practices on farm by providing technical knowledge, problem solving and strategic planning skills, and tools to develop and implement appropriate, nutrition-related management strategies which support both personal and business goals.
Start: 1 Jul 2017
Victoria, Australia
Research project
Nutrition Fundamentals
Dairy Australia
This two-day short course is designed for dairy farmers, farm employees and dairy service providers with little or no experience of dairy cow nutrition and others wishing to refresh their knowledge. The course aims to improve the knowledge and skills of participants so that they can confidently make informed, cost-effective,...
Start: 1 Jul 2017
Victoria, Australia
Research project
Feeding Pastures For Profit
Dairy Australia
Feeding Pastures for Profit (FPFP) helps to improve the profit of Australian dairy farm businesses by using more home-grown pasture and efficient use of supplements. The FPFP program aims to provide participants with the underpinning knowledge, skills and practical tools to better manage their pastures and make two major profit...
Start: 1 Jan 1998
Victoria, Australia