Being on the land isn’t always easy. But some of our online tools for smarter farming can make it easier to predict and respond to future conditions in an increasingly variable climate.
They say the most precious thing one can give is time. National Volunteer Week is about acknowledging those that use theirs to make the world a better place.
Xiaoqing Li is researching new ways to trace the origins of fibres so people can buy sustainable textiles and trust where they've come from.
If a farmer could see into the future and know what climate is ahead, they may be able to better plan their crops or livestock production.
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?
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