Community trust in rural industries - Year six national survey 2025
Over six years of dedicated research, this report stands as the latest step in understanding community trust, attitudes and expectations toward Australia’s rural industries. By...
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Truffles
Unearthing a quiet giant: Australia’s rising truffle industry
Beneath the shaded canopies of French and English oak trees across Australia, a quiet transformation is underway. Once the exclusive domain of European cuisine and centuries-old traditions, truffles are now firmly rooted in Australian soil. Literally and figuratively. In just over two decades, Australia has grown into the fourth-largest truffle producer in the world, exporting to more than 60 countries and earning a global reputation for exceptional quality.
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Honey Bee & Pollination
From racing to research: Meet the new Program Manager shaping the future of Australia’s honey bees
AgriFutures Australia has welcomed Luke Evans as the new Program Manager for the Honey Bee & Pollination Program, bringing a strong research background, global agricultural experience and a genuine passion for supporting beekeepers and the broader pollination sector. His appointment comes at a pivotal time for the industry, with new science, emerging challenges and sector-wide opportunities shaping the next phase of growth.
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Our vision is to grow the long-term prosperity of Australian rural industries. Since our inception in 1990, AgriFutures Australia, formerly RIRDC, has grown and developed alongside our 13 levied industries and we’re honoured to continue this important role in supporting the growth and overall success of Australian agriculture.
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