NATIONAL CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES / Podcast
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One of the greatest parts of being involved in science is surprise discoveries. For a team working on measuring the carbon footprint of Australian irrigation dams, the results were truly astonishing.
Not only are irrigation dams producing a lot less carbon emissions than what has previously been thought, they are actually performing a critical nitrogen cycling role.
In this podcast episode we speak with Jackie Webb, a Research Fellow at the Centre for Regional and Rural Futures, Deakin University on her recent carbon farming project for AgriFutures Australia.
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Deakin University Research fellow at the Centre for Regional and Rural Futures, Jackie Webb
This podcast is part of the Carbon Initiative Program, a $2 million investment across 15 projects to explore novel approaches to carbon storage, greenhouse gas emission reduction and emission avoidance, as well as methods to drive awareness, overcome barriers and develop market pathways for farmers, fishers and foresters.
In the next decade, Australia’s rural industries will face significant changes that have the potential to transform the way we produce, market and consume agricultural goods. Rapid technological advancements, a changing climate, geopolitical instability, shifting global market dynamics and food security for a growing global population are forces that are set to drastically shape the agricultural sector.
Video / 3 Min Watch
The webinar focused on the impact of various forces on Australian rural industries, presented by Tenacious Insights, Sarah Nolet. The interactive format and focus on horizon scanning and future thinking highlighted the importance of mental resilience and adaptability.
Webinar / 55
The 'Uncovering and minimising the impacts of global logistics disruption' project aims to help agricultural export supply chain stakeholders minimise the impacts of logistics disruptions on their operations. The project team conducts ongoing analysis of logistics disruption by assessing market impacts and providing timely and accurate information to select rural industries. The bi-monthly reports help improve the resilience of rural industries to logistics disruption by providing information to support businesses make strategic decisions.
Report / 26
Australia’s agriculture sector faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities in the 21st century. Global demand for food is rising, driven by population growth, urbanisation and changing...
Publication / 68 Pages
Australia’s agriculture, fisheries and forestry industries contribute significantly to the national economy, with gross production forecast to reach $90 billion in 2024-2025. The industries provide...
Publication / 88 Pages
Australia has a diverse agriculture, fisheries and forestry sector, producing a range of food, fibre and feed products. The ever-evolving landscape is marked by regulatory...
Publication / 76 Pages
In the next decade, Australia’s rural industries are likely to navigate not one but multiple intersecting and transformational changes. The exponential nature of technological advancement,...
Publication / 44 Pages
Blockchain is a distributed digital infrastructure that enhances the reliability, security and availability of information by utilising encryption and distributing data across multiple locations for...
Publication / 40 Pages
A guiding principle at AgriFutures Australia is that everything we do must be about delivering value for Australian producers and rural industries. That value is...
Publication / 40 Pages
The 'Uncovering and minimising the impacts of global logistics disruption' project aims to help agricultural export supply chain stakeholders minimise the impacts of logistics disruptions on their operations. The project team conducts ongoing analysis of logistics disruption by assessing market impacts and providing timely and accurate information to select rural industries. The bi-monthly reports help improve the resilience of rural industries to logistics disruption by providing information to support businesses make strategic decisions.
Report / 25
