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AgriFutures Chicken Meat Program: Extension Webinar Series

These webinars are designed to connect researchers and the outcomes and benefits of their research to all areas of industry.

National Challenges and Opportunities

AgriFutures Australia to support National Food Supply Chain Assessment

Taking a whole-of-system view, it will identify vulnerabilities across inputs, supply chains and logistics—starting with diesel—to inform Australia's National Food Security Strategy.

2 min read

Workforce and Leadership

Outback Mum Angie Nisbet wins Queensland AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award

Outback cattle producer and mum of three Angie Nisbet has been recognised for improving sun safety, awareness and preventative health outcomes in agriculture.

3 min read

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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Current projects

honey bee pollination

Antibody-Driven Defence: An Innovative Method for Safeguarding Honey Bees Against Varroa-Induced Viral Diseases

La Trobe University

1 February, 2026 - 3 April, 2030

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Chicken Meat

Chicken Meat