Community Perceptions and Worker Experience Survey Report
This report presents findings from the 2025 Community Perceptions and Worker Experience survey, exploring how Australians view rural industries and what influences attraction to and...
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Read moreThe Assessment will take a system-wide view of vulnerabilities across agricultural inputs, supply chains and logistics networks, with an initial and immediate focus on diesel.
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Community Perceptions and Worker Experience Survey Report
This report presents findings from the 2025 Community Perceptions and Worker Experience survey, exploring how Australians view rural industries and what influences attraction to and...
Understanding First Nations engagement with Australia’s agricultural workforce Revised Final Report
This report explores how Australia’s agricultural sector can better engage First Nations communities and increase participation in the workforce. Drawing on research, consultations and case...
Rice Breeding Australia 2025 Annual Report
The Rice Breeding Australia 2025 Annual Report highlights a year of significant progress in transforming Australia’s rice breeding program.
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.
Workforce and Leadership Providing tailored, compassionate support for women transitioning out of service has seen Military veteran Amy Vickers of Well Beyond Services named 2026 Tasmanian AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award.
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Thoroughbred Horses Continuing Les Young’s legacy of mentoring the Thoroughbred breeding and racing industry’s next generation, the Les Young Scholarship builds skills through international study and hands-on experience.
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Workforce and Leadership Regional space pioneer Angela Teale has been recognised for her commitment to opening up STEM opportunities for women in regional Western Australia.
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Thoroughbred Horses AgriFutures Australia has appointed Jonathan D’Arcy as Chair of the Thoroughbred Horses Program Advisory Panel, bringing more than 45 years of experience across the Australian Thoroughbred industry to the role.
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National Challenges and Opportunities Taking a whole-of-system view, it will identify vulnerabilities across inputs, supply chains and logistics—starting with diesel—to inform Australia's National Food Security Strategy.
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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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Lucerne Australia Inc.
22 March, 2026 - 29 January, 2028
Integrity Ag Pty Ltd
31 May, 2026 - 22 September, 2027
Ruadh Consulting
22 March, 2026 - 4 March, 2027