Dr Jess Hyles has successfully combined making a family with building a career as an agricultural scientist.
Our researcher and mouse expert, Steve Henry, is at the forefront of finding a solution to Australia’s mouse plague.
We developed technology that makes it possible for backyard green thumbs to give their plants the right amount of water.
We've used satellite imagery to identify the boundaries of Australian paddocks from space. It will help farmers save time mapping paddocks each growing season.
We're partnering with Traditional Owners in Northern Australia to new ways to protect their land and culture using satellites, while creating economic opportunities.
Cassava is a big part of the diet of almost half a billion Africans, but this important crop is under siege from two devastating diseases.
Pressure on Australian farmers has never been greater. They're being asked to generate more from less. It's clear a significant step change is needed.
Crop breeding techniques have come a long way in developing plants suited to Australian climates. But how far can we go?
Nigeria recently approved the world's first GM cowpea, which provides full protection against the pod-borer Maruca, a major problem for this important crop.
Growing crops both grazed by livestock and grown to harvest is helping this farmer weather the drought.
2019 was a big year for us. Before you head off for the end of year break, let’s reflect on the exciting science we brought to you this year.
Queensland farmer Daniel Wegener is using a technique we developed called early sowing to make the best of the current drought.
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