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Chicken Meat

Feeding the future: Gary Sansom scholar looks to legumes for poultry nutrition

University of Sydney PhD candidate Shay Sadr, a poultry nutrition researcher and former data analyst, has been named the 2025 AgriFutures Gary Sansom Scholar. Her research focuses on incorporating Australian-grown legumes into broiler (meat) chicken diets to reduce crude protein without compromising bird health or productivity.

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THOROUGHBRED HORSES / 20.08.25

New Chair appointed to steer future direction of Thoroughbred Horses Program

To help further drive the Australian Thoroughbred horse industry’s long-term sustainability through targeted research and innovation, AgriFutures Australia has appointed Michael Grieve as Chair and Jonathan D’Arcy as a new member of its Thoroughbred Horses Advisory Panel.

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Thoroughbred horse grazing in a rural paddock, representing the Australian thoroughbred breeding industry
THOROUGHBRED HORSES / 13.08.25

National research project launched to develop a strategy to stimulate demand for retired Thoroughbreds

Racing Australia, with funding from AgriFutures Australia, is proud to announce a landmark national research initiative to assess demand for retired Thoroughbreds and inform the development of a comprehensive strategy supporting their transition into second careers and long-term homes.

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13.08.25

Nuffield scholar leading the world in Australian native finger limes

In the subtropical rainforests of Queensland and New South Wales, a remarkable fruit has quietly thrived for thousands of years. The Australian native finger lime, with its vibrant “citrus caviar” pearls and tangy flavour, was once known only to Indigenous communities. Today, it’s captivating chefs and consumers around the world and considered one of Australia’s emerging industries. But while global interest is growing, Australia’s leadership in finger lime production is no longer guaranteed.

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