Fertiliser has long been used in agriculture to provide essential nutrients to growing crops, however many of these fertilisers are made from synthetic chemicals, often resulting in nutrient loss, environmental contamination, and soil degradation.

Novel fertilisers are new-and-improved products that use waste materials and innovative technologies to improve nutrient efficiency...

Virtual fencing is a technology used to create invisible boundaries for managing livestock without physical fences. The technology uses GPS, wireless communication, and software to control and monitor animal movements within a designated area.

Similar structures and systems? Tick. Shared challenges in climate adaptions, biosecurity and access to labour? Tick. Cultural familiarity? Big tick. New Zealand and Australia are well-placed to work together to drive agrifood innovation.

18 June, 2024 (Palmerston North): AgriFutures grow^AG., the Australian agritech innovation platform, today announced its launch in New Zealand.

A recent Pathway to Diversity in STEM report detailed the obstacles women in the sector face, from educational opportunities to workplace flexibility. In response, AgriFutures Australia and AgriFutures grow^AG. Catalyst program set out on a mission to support women in agrifood tech and innovation.

Supply chain mapping is the process of visually documenting all the steps, entities, and flows involved in producing and delivering a product or service, from suppliers to end customers.

Artificial reefs are man-made underwater structures created to mimic the characteristics of natural reefs. Artificial reefs provide habitats for marine life, enhancing biodiversity in areas where natural reefs may have been lost or degraded.

Aquaculture technology includes the tools, methods and innovations used in the farming and husbandry of aquatic organisms like fish, shellfish, and seaweed.

Smart farming, also known as precision agriculture or precision farming, is the future of agriculture. It involves the use of technology such as the Internet of Things (IoT), sensors, drones, satellite imagery, GPS technology, and data analytics to monitor and manage agricultural processes to increase efficiency in food production.

Seven female food and agtech innovators showcased the future of agriculture by presenting their research and startup opportunities at the AgriFutures Australia and grow^AG. Catalyst Pitch event in June.