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Latest news: Agricultural Research and Technology
Australia yet to shine using solar in agriculture
Australia needs better planning and research to capitalise on its huge potential to graze sheep and grow produce under solar panels according to a new report.
Nov 29, 2023
CSIRO targets invasive weeds with natural enemies
Natural enemies of two invasive weeds will be released in NSW in an effort to control the unwanted visitors.
Nov 25, 2023
Tech hub coins 'second brain' as world depends on code
Programmers need a "second brain" to write code faster to keep up with consumer demands in an economy that's dependent on software for most everyday activities.
Nov 09, 2023
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Butting of heads over feral goat plan
Goat farmers have criticised the federal government's feral goat plan saying they weren't consulted, while critics say it doesn't go far enough.
Nov 08, 2023
Mushroom leather innovator looks to sprout in Australia
An international company producing a textured material from fungi is looking to collaborate with Australian-based research institutions and fashion brands.
Nov 01, 2023
'Serious concerns' over Australia's soil carbon scheme
Soil scientists are warning Australia's soil carbon farming scheme is flawed and risks overestimating the country's greenhouse gas emissions reductions.
Oct 28, 2023
More women and young people join agricultural workforce
Analysis of the 2021 census shows more women, young people and those from a culturally diverse background are choosing to work in agriculture.
Oct 19, 2023
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Animal-free fat adds meaty goodness to plant proteins
A food technology company that's made a breakthrough aimed at the plant-based protein market is pitching its wares at omnivores who enjoy their meat.
Oct 18, 2023
EvokeAG looks to grow innovation in agriculture
Food waste, pathways for innovation and artificial intelligence in agriculture are key themes of evokeAG's 2024 conference.
Oct 05, 2023
Father and daughter dig in to try and make soils sexy
A father-and-daughter duo have teamed up to write a book on soil's vital role in fighting climate change, in the hope it will inform government policy.
Sep 09, 2023
Spotlight on latest Australian agriculture technology
Dozens of homegrown inventions are on display at an agriculture exhibition, which organisers hope will help inspire Australian farmers.
Sep 07, 2023
Farm dams pumped as reservoirs of vital energy storage
Farm dams could become micro pumped-hydro plants and store otherwise wasted solar power to slash energy bills and prevent blackouts in isolated communities.
Sep 07, 2023
Reef run off dramatically reduced with new technology
Cane farmers could dramatically reduce herbicide costs and reef run-off with a new crop sprayer project that uses artificial intelligence to identify weeds.
Sep 04, 2023
Farmers eye revolutionary jab amid shearing shortage
An injection that provides an alternative to shearing could be available to wool producers within three to five years, according to Australian researchers.
Aug 26, 2023
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Graziers draw on traditional fire skills to manage land
Traditional fire knowledge is helping Queensland graziers regenerate their land in a project that could provide a model for managing country Australia-wide.
Aug 23, 2023
Methane-busting seaweed scaled up ready for production
A Tasmanian seaweed farmer is scaling up production of his methane-busting product but wants more incentives from government to encourage farmers to take it up.
Aug 19, 2023
Meat industry risks butchering bold carbon neutral bid
A CSIRO report of the red meat industry has recommended the sector reconsider its bold target of becoming carbon neutral by 2030.
Aug 08, 2023
New ground-breaking technology will aid chicken farming
Scientists have created camera software to help farmers work out the weight and health of their chickens and the technology could be adapted for other animals.
Aug 05, 2023
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Scientists searching for tiny 'superhero' samurai wasp
Researchers say they've found evidence the tiny samurai wasp is in Australia, now they want to catch it and prepare an army for battle.
Jul 12, 2023
Apples, bees, mites and the pollination gauntlet
Researchers have delivered the most comprehensive assessment of pollination in apple crops in Australia by native and non-native bees.
Jul 07, 2023
Pass the saltbush: Farmers go native ahead of El Nino
Sheep and cattle farmers are planting an elite variety of saltbush across Australia to supplement feed in preparation for dryer conditions.
Jul 05, 2023
Aussie farmers 'lead world' in sustainable agriculture
With lower pesticide use, healthier soil and decades of returning land for conservation, a new report says Australian farmers lead the world in sustainability.
Jul 04, 2023
Aussie farmers sow seeds for stroll down sesame street
Sesame seed planting trials are taking place at several sites across Australia as industry figures look to boost production of the popular crop.
Jun 29, 2023
Mass dung beetle kills to lead to more flies in summer
Areas impacted by flooding have recorded mass dung beetle kills, with scientists concerned it will mean more flies and disease this summer.
Jun 26, 2023
Rice research may help shore-up global food supplies
A University of Adelaide researcher has taken part in a global study that could help develop disease resistant rice that still delivers a high yield.
Jun 20, 2023
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