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Can you, or your organisation, help address our current research priorities? At AgriFutures Australia, we believe in the power of great ideas, and we welcome your application for research funding.

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We’re committed to ensuring the continued growth of Australian rural industries. We do this by fostering innovation and creating opportunities for the agricultural community to learn, grow, invest and connect.

Investment and innovation opportunities

We’re committed to ensuring the continued growth of Australian rural industries. We do this by fostering innovation and creating opportunities for the agricultural community to learn, grow, invest and connect.

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Leadership and professional development opportunities

We know that understanding and responding to workforce needs is a growing challenge that requires attention. As does harnessing the power of our agricultural workforce. That’s why AgriFutures Australia invests in people.

Leadership and professional development opportunities

We know that understanding and responding to workforce needs is a growing challenge that requires attention. As does harnessing the power of our agricultural workforce. That’s why AgriFutures Australia invests in people.

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New Rice Program RD&E Plan 2027-32

New plan puts productivity and profitability at the centre of Australian rice RD&E

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

A new $4 million national research program aims to help Australian growers capture a greater share of the nation’s love for premium coffee, while protecting the industry from future threats.

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New report: Assessing the Implications of Emerging Farm Income Streams for Primary Producer Tax Policy

This report examines how emerging farm income streams interact with Australia’s current primary producer tax framework.

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Australian fuel supply, fertiliser and supply chain pressures

We are working with industry and government to ensure impacts are clearly understood and communicated.

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Executive Summary – National Food Supply Chain Assessment

As part of the broader Assessment, an executive summary focused specifically on liquid fuels (diesel) has been released to ensure immediate challenges can be addressed.

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Showcase your agrifood solution at evoke^AG.

Applications for the 2027 Startup Program will be open until 1 October 2026.

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UNEARTHED: The people changing Australian agriculture. A new podcast from AgriFutures Australia.

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See our current funding opportunities

We believe in the power of great ideas, and we welcome your application for funding to address our current research priorities.

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Latest resources

DEER / 02.09.26

Deer industry best practice manual 2026
Explore the Deer Industry Best Practice Manual 2026, covering welfare, management, traceability and production standards.

PUBLICATION / 52 Pages
HONEY BEE & POLLINATION / 01.09.26

Report: Transmission of deformed wing virus (DWV) through imported semen
This research examined whether imported drone semen can transmit deformed wing virus (DWV) to honey bee queens. The findings support continued virus testing and show...

PUBLICATION / 27 Pages
HONEY BEE & POLLINATION / 01.09.26

Project snapshot: Transmission of deformed wing virus (DWV) through imported semen
Deformed wing virus (DWV) can infect honey bee queens through imported drone semen, but this study found no transmission to offspring. The research supports continued...

PUBLICATION / 4 Pages

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Latest news and events

2025 Rural Women's Award Gala Dinner and National Announcement in the Great Hall at Parliament House in Canberra, ACT.

GREAT HALL, PARLIAMENT HOUSE, CANBERRA 08.09.26

2026 Rural Women’s Award Gala Dinner and National Announcement

The National Winner and Runner Up of the 2026 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award will be announced at a Gala Dinner at the Great Hall, Parliament House in Canberra on Tuesday, 8 September 2026.

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Pasture Seeds

From global research to paddock practice: Sam and Lachlan share key insights from IHSG

Through the AgriFutures Pasture Seeds Program travel bursary, Sam Croser and Lachlan Godson gained practical insights from leading seed growers, researchers and agronomists from around the world.

5 min read

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Pasture Seeds

Closing the yield gap in red clover seed crops

Red clover seed crops may be producing considerably more seed than growers ultimately harvest. A survey of 16 commercial crops in Canterbury, New Zealand, found a substantial gap between seed yield potential and realised yield.

2 min read

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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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Current projects

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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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Our Industries

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Chicken Meat

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Export Fodder

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Ginger

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Honey Bee & Pollination

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Pasture Seeds

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Rice

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Tea Tree Oil

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Thoroughbred Horses

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Industrial Hemp

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Insects

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Australian Sesame