Summary

This project plan outlines the delivery of the ‘Building Capacity in the Australian Rice Industry Program.’ The proposal combines existing programs and new initiatives with the aim of supporting the outcomes of the RD&E plan to increase knowledge that fosters a sustainable, productive rice industry into the future.
AgriFutures is committed to assisting the Australian rice industry achieve the overarching water productivity target of 1.5 tonnes/ML by 2026, the ‘Building Capacity in the Rice Industry’ project aims to support this goal through building industry capacity to ensure the industry meets the challenges of the future.
Over the past 15 years the RGA through the support of key industry bodies has delivered a series of successful leadership programs. This commitment to developing growers and community members within the rice growing regions has resulted in the RGA being recognised as a leader in delivering leadership programs within the broader agriculture sector.

Program

Rice

Research Organisation

Ricegrowers’ Association of Australia