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A close-up of a black insect with transparent wings resting on a vibrant green leaf, surrounded by other green leaves in a natural outdoor setting—an ideal scene for exploring behavioural science, as the insect’s posture and environment provide insight into its patterns and interactions within its habitat.

06.08.26

Webinar: How behavioural science is supporting the Australian insect industry

Join Sam Moore for Evidn for a webinar on how behavioural science is supporting the Australian insect industry.

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Workforce and Leadership

What the 2026 AgriFutures Summit showed me about Australia’s future agricultural leaders

For me, the real story of the 2026 AgriFutures Summit was the conversations that sparked new ideas, the confidence that grew with every opportunity and the relationships that will continue to shape careers.

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Honey Bee & Pollination

New RD&E Plan sets direction for the honey bee and pollination industry

The AgriFutures Honey Bee & Pollination Program RD&E Plan 2026–31 has been released, providing a roadmap developed in close partnership with industry to guide RD&E investment over the next five years. The Plan sets out a clear direction for investment, targeting the priorities, challenges and opportunities facing Australia's honey bee and pollination sector.

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Australian Grown Coffee

Brewing a stronger future: $4 million to grow Australian coffee

Launched today by AgriFutures Australia, Southern Cross University, Plant Health Australia, the University of Queensland and the Australian Grown Coffee Association, a five-year Australian Coffee Research Program is the largest coordinated investment in Australian coffee research and development to date.

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Workforce and Leadership

2026 Rural Women’s Award Finalist Kristie Ivone is building belonging through language

Kristie Ivone transformed a challenging personal experience into a purpose-driven social enterprise that strengthens regional communities.

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National Challenges and Opportunities

Better Data, stronger Insights, safer agriculture

As Farm Safety Week shines a spotlight on the importance of preventing injuries and fatalities in agriculture, new evidence highlights why a strong, consistent understanding of farm safety risks is more important than ever.

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Workforce and Leadership

2026 RWA Finalist Amy Vickers helping veterans heal through the stillness of rural Tasmania

The quiet is absolute, a far cry from the whirring chopper blades, roaring engines and shouts from fellow crew members from Amy Vickers' past as an Aviation Technician with the Royal Australian Navy (RAN).

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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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