News Archives - Research for Agriculture

Rains improve harvests in Syria but families still struggle to survive

Favourable rains in Syria’s agricultural areas, coupled with improved overall security, have boosted harvests compared to 2018, but higher food prices are putting more strain on many Syrians, a new United Nations report has found.

Sep 6, 2019

agriculture, international, news, report

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World food prices dip in August

Global food prices declined in August 2019, driven by sharp falls in the prices of staple cereals and sugar, according to a report issued by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

Sep 6, 2019

agribusiness, news

14 global Agri-Tech start-ups ready to transform agriculture

The World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit spotlights exciting international start-ups in the Technology Showcase pitching sessions and buzzing Eagle Labs TechHub exhibition.

Sep 5, 2019

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Ashton takes climate fight to UN

A University of Queensland alumnus will fight for biodiversity protection at September 2019’s United Nations Climate Action Summit in New York.

Sep 3, 2019

climate change, event, news, research

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One month to go! Grant applications closing for innovative agricultural projects

With individual grants of up to $22,000 on offer, Australia’s young agricultural innovators, scientists, researchers and others active in the sector are reminded not to miss their opportunity to contribute to Australia’s agriculture sector.

Sep 3, 2019

agriculture, grants, news

News

$11 million in new infrastructure funding to boost Adelaide research facility

The Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI) in Adelaide has secured a major infrastructure funding boost from a combination of Federal and State Government sources.

Sep 3, 2019

news, research, wine

News

5 Ways Organic Practices can create a Circular Economy

Establishing Circular Economies have become in recent years the most impactful thing we can do as a community to address climate change and build a greener, cleaner and sustainable environment for current and future generations. Linear food systems have for many years supported a fast-growing…

Sep 2, 2019

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Mandatory permits for cut flowers and foliage imports

From 1 September 2019, shipments of cut flowers and foliage from Kenya, Colombia and Ecuador produced using a systems approach will not be allowed entry to Australia without a valid import permit.

Aug 30, 2019

agribusiness, news

Coming soon – Research for Agriculture jobs board

Showcasing upcoming positions and new appointments, promoting your CVs and resumes, highlighting scholarships and other opportunities.

Aug 29, 2019

agriculture, research

evokeAG. 2020 Startup Program applications now open

AgriFutures Australia has unearthed four fresh and exciting opportunities for agrifood tech startups to make their mark at their Melbourne-based event, evokeAG. on 18-19 February 2020. Startups will be able to showcase their ideas to an international audience, build their customer base and help solve…

Aug 28, 2019

agriculture, event, technology

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African countries can benefit more from Japan’s knowledge and culture of healthy foods and diets

In their fight to end hunger and improve nutrition, African countries have the opportunity to tap into Japan’s knowledge of smart technologies, agricultural machinery and marketing, as well as from the East Asian nation’s high food safety and nutrition standards, and culture of healthy foods…

Aug 28, 2019

agriculture, news, technology

News

Syrian women food producers learn new skills from Italian farmers

Slow Food and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) are organizing a study tour this week in northwest Italy for a group of Syrian small-scale women farmers.

Aug 28, 2019

agriculture, news

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