A global research project led by The University of Western Australia in collaboration with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Western Australia has identified compounds in Merino sheep wool that are attractive to Australian blowflies. (more…)
Day: August 20, 2019
Drought tolerant vines
Wine researchers at the University of Adelaide are investigating drought-tolerant grape varieties from Cyprus for their suitability for Australian conditions. (more…)
Facial recognition of cattle
An agtech startup co-founded by CQUni alumnus Parampreet Singh has won $30 000 for its ‘Facial Recognition of Cattle’ technology, aimed at ending insurance fraud and straying cattle issues. (more…)
Attracting skilled labour for dairy
The dependency on skilled labour and attracting people to a career in dairy continues to be a priority with an additional 800 employees needed on Australian dairy farms by 2023. (more…)
Key strategic priorities for AWI
Australian Wool Innovation’s (AWI) strategic plan for the next three years has been published, with traceability, consultation and measurement and evaluation highlighted as the major investment and operational priorities for the not-for-profit company owned by Australia’s woolgrowers. (more…)