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Northern Australia Food Futures Conference 2025

The Northern Australia Food Futures Conference is Australia’s leading conference on agricultural development in the North.

Workforce and Leadership

Nicole McNaughton wins Queensland AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award

Nicole McNaughton, CEO of the Food and Agribusiness Network (FAN), has been awarded for her leadership in strengthening regional food and agribusiness industries.

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Workforce and Leadership

Sarah De Jonge wins Tasmanian AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award

Sarah De Jonge won for her work on not-for-profit 1000 Hearts, a movement dedicated to spreading kindness and human connection through handmade fabric hearts.

4 min read

National Challenges and Opportunities

A new roadmap for the agriculture sector’s alternative energy transition

Industry representatives, government and a research consortium of industry experts are coming together to co-design a shared vision and roadmap to guide the energy transition for Australia's agriculture, fisheries and forestry sectors.  

2 min read

Rice

Latest in rice breeding on show at grower field day

Last week, around 60 growers and industry participants joined Rice Breeding Australia’s inaugural field day, held Tuesday 4 March 2025 on-farm at Gogeldrie, New South Wales.

3 min read

Workforce and Leadership

Dr Mary Cole wins Victorian AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award

Dr Mary Cole won for her pioneering work in biological farming and soil microbiology, ensuring sustainable agricultural practices for future generations.

3 min read

National Challenges and Opportunities

Sharp rise in farm injuries sparks urgent safety warning

The latest AgHealth Australia data has revealed a concerning increase in on-farm fatalities and serious injuries in 2024, which saw 72 deaths and 133 serious injuries reported.

3 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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