Intensive seed-production systems to commercialise native grasses in nthn Aust
OLD ABN-The State Of Queensland Acting Through The Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation
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Project code: PRJ-000585
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Project stage: Closed
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Project start date: Friday, July 1, 2005
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Project completion date: Friday, April 30, 2010
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National Priority: NEPI-RD&E to generate benefit across several plant industries
Summary
Collect and assess for market suitability and seed production a wide range of ecotypes of six native grasses with identified market potential. Identify and progress to commercial status one or two elite ecotypes of each species through: developing appropriate seed crop management practices; provision of foundation seed for industry; and developing suitable extension resources and providing extension services.
Program
New and Emerging Plant Industries
Research Organisation
OLD ABN-The State Of Queensland Acting Through The Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation
Objective Summary
Collect and assess for market suitability and seed production a wide range of ecotypes of six native grasses with identified market potential. Identify and progress to commercial status one or two elite ecotypes of each species through: developing appropriate seed crop management practices; provision of foundation seed for industry; and developing suitable extension resources and providing extension services.