Industry blueprint: Pasture Seeds
This blueprint serves as a resource for those interested in the pasture seeds industry and provides essential fast facts alongside the fundamental themes highlighted in...
PASTURE SEEDS
Australian pasture seeds industry scenario planning outcomes
10 pages
Published: 5 Sep 2023
Author(s): Morgen Consulting
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In early 2023, a scenario planning sprint process was used to inform the development of the AgriFutures Pasture Seeds Program RD&E Plan 2023-2028. This document is a summary of the outcomes of that exercise. It details the scenario planning process used, trends identified as having potential to shape the future of the pasture seeds industry, potential future industry scenarios, and key research and development themes that will help the industry respond to future challenges and opportunities.
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