The business case for accessing superior hazelnut genetics
Domestic consumption of in-shell hazelnuts is about 300 tonnes a year, and hazelnut kernels around 2,000 tonnes (equivalent to 4,500 tonnes in-shell). Australia imports 2,500–3,000...
New and Emerging Industries – RD&E strategies
47 pages
Published: 8 Oct 2010
Author(s): Bird, Julie, RIRDC
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The New and Emerging Industries National Research Development and Extension Strategy is a component of the National Primary Industries Research, Development and Extension Framework, endorsed by the Primary Industries Ministerial Council. The aim of the Framework is that primary industry RD&E will become more efficient and effective through better coordination and collaboration.
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