The University of Newcastle
Hydro Harvester scales up to quench market thirst
The University of Newcastle has officially unveiled technology capable of harvesting up to 1000 litres of drinkable water per day – from air.
Agriculture
Southern Cross University
ARC funds ‘climate smart’ rice breeding program to reduce crop’s environmental footprint
Picturesque fields of ponded rice paddies belie a severe environmental impact: the world’s most eaten staple food is a water-guzzling, high methane-emitting crop. SCU is tackling this challenge by breeding rice for Australia that grows without standing in flood-irrigation water.
James Cook University
Weed sprayer a game-changer for farmers
Cane farmers could dramatically reduce herbicide costs and Reef run-off thanks to an innovative new crop sprayer project led by James Cook University.
The University of Sydney
More resilient Aussie wheat needed as climate change heats up
University of Sydney researchers tested wheat in heat and carbon-intense conditions that replicate future climate change and found that many common varieties produce fewer grains - a wake up call for growers nationwide.
University of South Australia
Invasive weed could be turned into a viable economic crop
The prickly paddy melon weed, which costs the agricultural industry around $100 million a year in lost grain yields, cattle deaths, and control measures, could turn into an unlikely money spinner as a source of urease enzymes to create bio cement and prevent soil erosion.
Charles Sturt University
Job-ready experience at its best: farmlets help students prepare for all-weather conditions
Students using Charles Sturt's 'Empowering Generation Z' farmlets in Wagga Wagga explain how they gain hands-on experience in all-weather farming ahead of National Agriculture Day on Friday 17 November.
University of Tasmania
Helping to mitigate climate change impacts for Tasmania’s wine industry
The 10-year research trial will assess producing sparkling wine from low-level smoke affected wine grapes, and the sensory impact of smoke taint compounds on sparkling wine during ageing on lees.
University of Tasmania
Transformative virtual fencing technology to be discussed at dairy field day
Virtual fencing technology has the potential to revolutionise the dairy industry, but how much is known about its application in a Tasmanian context?
Southern Cross University
A double shot for Australia’s emerging coffee-growing industry
Southern Cross University, in conjunction with AgriFutures Australia, has unveiled a world-first coffee character sensory wheel.
Southern Cross University
Australian Industrial Hemp research program launches at Southern Cross Uni
The five-year $2.5 million Australian Industrial Hemp Program of Research is funded by Agrifutures Australia.
University of Tasmania
Guardian dogs safeguard livelihoods and biodiversity
A landmark study has revealed how Livestock Guardian Dogs (LGDs) are changing predator behaviour and supporting conservation efforts in the process.