Determining the impact of Varroa on virus transmission in Australian bees
This research aimed to contribute to ongoing surveillance of the Australian honey bee virus landscape as varroa establishes and spreads.
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Workforce and Leadership
AgriFutures opens Applications for 2026 Learning and Development Opportunities
Are you ready to accelerate your leadership journey? AgriFutures Australia is now accepting applications for its 2026 Learning and Development Opportunities designed to empower rural leaders to shape the future of Australian agriculture.
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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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