Portable handling facility for free-range buffalo in the Northern Territory
This project designed and constructed a portable processing facility prototype suitable for use in temporary remote yards to hold and handle newly harvested, free-range buffalo...BALLINA, NSW 22.05.24 / LAUNCESTON, TAS 22.08.24 / TOWNSVILLE, QLD 17.09.24
Agribusiness workshops for Emerging Industries
This one-day workshop will introduce participants to using the Business Model Canvas (BMC) process for planning. The workshop will provide an overview of business planning and include blocks of supported individual learning so participants leave at the end of the day with a useable plan for a priority aspect of their business.
Workforce and Leadership
Rural Health Advocate Wins NSW/ACT AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award
Ms Keeley, a dedicated allied health professional, has developed an innovative digital health platform, Yarn, which tackles the obstacles of geographical isolation, increasingly challenging service delivery options, and growing waitlists for speech pathology services across the country.
4 min read
Emerging Industries
Pivotal moment for Moringa production in Australia and New Zealand
The world has witnessed a surge in interest surrounding superfood Moringa oleifera, a fast-growing, tree known for its extraordinary nutritional benefits.
3 min read
Chicken Meat
Litter project findings bed down pivotal industry investments
A major body of research investigating various aspects of sourcing, management, reuse and disposal is underpinning the successful utilisation of one of the Australian chicken meat industry’s largest operational investments — litter.
5 min read
Honey Bee & Pollination
Varroa resources launched
In a critical juncture for the honey bee industry, AgriFutures Australia in partnership with the industry’s peak national representative body, the Australian Honey Bee Industry Council (AHBIC) is set to launch a suite of Varroa Mite (Varroa Destructor) focused resources.
4 min read
Our vision is to grow the long-term prosperity of Australian rural industries. Since our inception in 1990, AgriFutures Australia, formerly RIRDC, has grown and developed alongside our 13 levied industries and we’re honoured to continue this important role in supporting the growth and overall success of Australian agriculture.
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Determining optimal management strategies for four large macropods in New South Wales
The University of Sydney
6 October, 2022 - 29 April, 2026
thoroughbred horses
Rapid diagnosis of strangles to improve horse health
University of the Sunshine Coast
19 September, 2022 - 19 January, 2024
national challenges and opportunities
Community Perceptions and Worker Experiences
Cross sector
1 January, 2022 - 31 December, 2022