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Workforce and Leadership

Finding her path in agriculture: Ellie Buchanan’s Horizon Scholarship journey

When Ellie Buchanan applied for the AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship in 2023, she wasn't studying an agriculture degree and wasn't entirely sure what a future career in the sector might look like.

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Workforce and Leadership

From Acceleration Grant Recipient to Rural Women’s Award Finalist

From an Acceleration Grant recipient in 2024 to a Rural Women’s Award State Finalist in 2026, Sarah’s story showcases the long-term value of investing in women leaders and the enduring impact of the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Program.

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Corporate

AgriFutures Australia welcomes new Board of Directors

AgriFutures has welcomed seven directors, marking the next chapter in the organisation's commitment to invest in impactful research, development and extension that grows the productivity, profitability and preparedness of Australian primary industries.

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Workforce and Leadership

You can’t be what you can’t see: pathways into agriculture

For more than 15 years, the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has supported the AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship Program, investing in more than 65 scholars and helping shape the next generation of talent entering Australian agriculture.

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National Challenges and Opportunities

A systems thinking approach to Australian agrifood: report and resources now available

To better understand how Australian agrifood can respond to this growing complexity, AgriFutures Australia commissioned the project A Systems Thinking Approach to Australian Agrifood, delivered by the Australian AgriFood System Alliance. The final report and suite of practical resources are now available.

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Honey Bee & Pollination

Deformed wing virus in imported honey: Reducing the risk to our bees

Deformed wing virus (DWV) is one of the most damaging honey bee viruses internationally, especially in countries with varroa mite (Varroa destructor), which acts as a vector. While DWV is yet to be detected in Australian honey bee colonies, researchers investigated whether imported honey could provide another pathway for the virus to reach Australian bees. Understanding this risk pathway and prevention options is especially important now that varroa is established in Australia.

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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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