Join Rice Breeding Australia at their inaugural Field Day on Tuesday, 4 March 2025.
Learn about the latest breeding developments, new varieties, and cutting-edge techniques RBA is using to shorten timeframes and improve breeding outcomes
This work is core to our commitment to the long-term future of the Australian rice industry, focused on delivering water productivity and genetic gain improvements for growers.
Starting at 8.30am, hear from the Rice Breeding Australia team and our research partners as we tour the plots. A coffee van will be on site, and our tour will conclude with a delicious brunch at around 10.30am.
If you have a question, please contact Georgina Pengilley on 0428 953 045 or .
Report: Real-time remote sensing-based monitoring for the rice industry
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Rice Breeding Australia 2025 Annual Report
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Rice Extension Annual Summary CY25
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Baseline greenhouse gas emissions from conventional flood and more water-efficient Australian rice production
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Advancing automation and smart sensing irrigation technologies in the rice industry systems
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Project snapshot: Agronomy and remote sensing to maximise rice water productivity
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Fact sheet: Identifying new revenue opportunities for the Australian rice industry
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Mid-term evaluation of the AgriFutures Rice Program Strategic RD&E Plan (2021-2026)
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