3727 research projects
Research project
Capital requirements for commercial production of asparagopsis for methane reduction in cattle
AgriFutures Australia
There is significant interest in the use of asparagopsis to reduce methane emissions in livestock, however, the capital requirements needed to scale the production of asparagopsis to for the Australia cattle feedlot industry is unknown. This project will conduct a scoping study, utilising existing data, to determine the capital requirements...
28 Oct 2021 - 8 Jan 2022
New South Wales, Australia
Forest Hill Consulting
Research project
Shared solutions; Developing farmer driven on-farm trials demonstrating the value of technology in the dryland broadacre low-rainfall farming system
AgriFutures Australia
The project aimed to increase the implementation of farmer-driven research and highlight the value of technology to support on-farm decision-making. The project engaged BCG’s Young Farmer Network (YFN) to drive these initiatives.
The project involved five groups from Buloke, Loddon, Quambatook and surrounds, West Wimmera, and Yarriambiack. During YFN meetings,...
The project involved five groups from Buloke, Loddon, Quambatook and surrounds, West Wimmera, and Yarriambiack. During YFN meetings,...
15 Dec 2021 - 21 Jan 2023
New South Wales, Australia
Birchip Cropping Group Inc
Research project
Automated visual yield estimation in table grape vineyards
AgriFutures Australia
The project aimed to introduce and validate the use of machine vision technology in the table grape industry, which had not widely adopted this technology despite its success in other fruit production systems.
The project involved ten table grape producers in north-west Victoria, with selections being based on growing varieties,...
The project involved ten table grape producers in north-west Victoria, with selections being based on growing varieties,...
12 Jan 2022 - 21 May 2023
New South Wales, Australia
Australian Table Grape Association
Research project
Getting Connected with LoRaWAN
AgriFutures Australia
The project aimed to enhance the adoption and functionality of LoRaWAN technology among landholders in the Goondiwindi region. The project focused on addressing issues with previously deployed LoRaWAN systems and demonstrating the benefits of this technology through practical applications and community engagement.
One of the key activities was setting up...
One of the key activities was setting up...
29 May 2021 - 15 Aug 2022
New South Wales, Australia
Macintyre Ag Alliance
Research project
Best practice manual for growing pomegranates in Australia
AgriFutures Australia
Commercial production of pomegranates in Australia began in the early 2000s and the Australian industry has now been identified as
an emerging rural industry with high growth potential. The market for Australian pomegranates is growing and includes whole fresh fruit, juices, ready-to-eat and frozen arils, and nutraceuticals. Significant opportunity for...
an emerging rural industry with high growth potential. The market for Australian pomegranates is growing and includes whole fresh fruit, juices, ready-to-eat and frozen arils, and nutraceuticals. Significant opportunity for...
27 Mar 2022 - 8 Jun 2023
New South Wales, Australia
RM Consulting Group Pty Ltd
Research project
AgTech Ready - McLaren Vale Wine Region
AgriFutures Australia
The project aimed to enhance the adoption of agricultural technology (AgTech) among grape growers in the McLaren Vale region.
One of the primary activities was an AgTech Meetup, which brought together AgTech developers and grape growers to discuss challenges and opportunities for AgTech adoption. It included an in-vineyard session and...
One of the primary activities was an AgTech Meetup, which brought together AgTech developers and grape growers to discuss challenges and opportunities for AgTech adoption. It included an in-vineyard session and...
6 Jan 2022 - 3 Mar 2024
New South Wales, Australia
McLaren Vale Grape Wine and Tourism Association
Research project
A Technical and Economic Assessment of Pongamia pinnata in Northern Australia Stage 2
AgriFutures Australia
The project will bring together information and observations on pongamia which have become available in the last ten years and will identify optimum management practices and benchmarks for yield and other aspects which need to be quantified for a full economic assessment.
The project will deliver technical information for pongamia...
The project will deliver technical information for pongamia...
29 Oct 2021 - 31 May 2022
New South Wales, Australia
Agripath
Research project
BGGA Agtech Opportunities Study
AgriFutures Australia
The project aimed to initiate interest among regional producers in utilising technology on farms and increase their knowledge of the Agtech environment.
One of the major events was the BGGA Innovation Day, held at the Bowen research station. Initially planned as a smaller demonstration, the event expanded due to significant...
One of the major events was the BGGA Innovation Day, held at the Bowen research station. Initially planned as a smaller demonstration, the event expanded due to significant...
15 Dec 2021 - 1 Apr 2023
New South Wales, Australia
Bowen Gumlu Growers Association
Research project
Improving water efficiency through uptake of advanced irrigation technologies in Australian Tea Tree
AgriFutures Australia
The project aimed to enhance water management practices among tea tree growers in far north Queensland. Conducted by Farmacist in collaboration with the NQ Essential Oils cooperative, the project involved the installation of soil moisture monitoring probes and rain gauges at four different properties. These installations allowed growers to monitor...
5 Apr 2022 - 19 Mar 2023
New South Wales, Australia
ATTIA Ltd
Research project
Ag-Tech uptake project- enabling farmers to understand and utilize useful ag tech developments.
AgriFutures Australia
The project aimed to enhance financial sustainability, productivity, and on-farm benefits for farmers by promoting the adoption of agricultural technologies. It focused on improving decision-making around timings, reducing and optimizing chemical usage, managing resistance, and enhancing water use efficiency through ag-tech solutions. The project also emphasized the use of NDVI...
1 Jun 2021 - 1 Jun 2022
New South Wales, Australia
Buckleboo Farm Improvement Group Incorporated