AI-powered satellites to search for Aussie bushfires
A satellite constellation powered by artificial intelligence and machine-learning technology will launch from next year, watching the world for small fires.
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Sweet side of waste: sugarcane turned into packaging
A team of Australian scientists has developed bio-packaging from agricultural waste that preserves the shelf life of food while reducing plastic pollution.
Earth science satellite to track methane from space
Major sources of an environmentally damaging gas will be scrutinised from above when a group of climate experts launches a satellite with SpaceX.
Cottoning on to how sustainability is helping growers
Cotton growers have been told they must continue to cultivate sustainable cropping systems to ensure success, at their annual conference on the Gold Coast.
Cracking coffee code may lead to new Australian brew
A team of international scientists including an Australian professor has cracked the genomic sequencing of Arabica coffee, which could lead to a new brew.
Cotton growers unpick ways to improve soil health
A research project is trying to unpick ways for cotton growers to improve their environmental credentials by boosting soil health on their farms.
Budget breakdown for agriculture to reduce emissions
The Albanese government has detailed how $63 million will help farmers reduce their emissions, with almost half of that to improve greenhouse gas accounting.
CSIRO bloods red meat powder to beef up drinks, snacks
Scientists have developed a red meat powder to boost drinks and snacks as part of a plan to target the health and wellness sector and meet demand for protein.
Australia has a beef with looming EU trade rules
Australia is concerned proposed deforestation laws in the European Union could impact agricultural trade and wants a delay in the new rules.
Hopes that tick research will lead to vaccine
Researchers are collecting ticks from Australian farms in a bid to unlock information on the deadly parasites and develop a vaccine for animals and humans.
Climate change differences for farmers by state
A rural report into the impact of climate change in every state calls for research to determine how land management can help achieve emission reduction targets.
Climate change driving fish producers to new technology
As climate change hits the seafood industry, producers are being forced to adapt and seek out new technology to improve farming methods.
Screening research boosts disease resistance for crops
A gene-screening platform that can identify diseases within crops is set to boost agricultural productivity and security, the CSIRO says.
Key roles for women scientists in invasive pest battle
Women scientists are playing key roles in protecting Australian agriculture against invasive species while changing the face of a male-dominated sector.
Australian ag tech is helping save endangered species
Home grown technology designed for cattle is now being used in the fight to protect some of the world's most vulnerable species including the koala and giraffe.
CSIRO targets invasive weeds with natural enemies
Natural enemies of two invasive weeds will be released in NSW in an effort to control the unwanted visitors.
‘Serious concerns’ over Australia’s soil carbon scheme
Soil scientists are warning Australia's soil carbon farming scheme is flawed and risks overestimating the country's greenhouse gas emissions reductions.
Reef run off dramatically reduced with new technology
Cane farmers could dramatically reduce herbicide costs and reef run-off with a new crop sprayer project that uses artificial intelligence to identify weeds.
Graziers draw on traditional fire skills to manage land
Traditional fire knowledge is helping Queensland graziers regenerate their land in a project that could provide a model for managing country Australia-wide.
New ground-breaking technology will aid chicken farming
Scientists have created camera software to help farmers work out the weight and health of their chickens and the technology could be adapted for other animals.
Aussie farmers sow seeds for stroll down sesame street
Sesame seed planting trials are taking place at several sites across Australia as industry figures look to boost production of the popular crop.
Farmers want more safeguards around sharing data
With the push by the federal government for farmers to become more climate smart, some producers say data-sharing safeguards are needed first.
Genetics study aims to net faster-breeding barramundi
Barramundi would reach breeding age twice as quickly under a Queensland geneticist's project, which could significantly boost Australia's aquaculture industry.
How autonomous drones could soon take off on the land
Drone companies say autonomous machines could be the next big thing in Australian agriculture, while the appetite among producers is increasing.
Companies paying “lip service” to sustainability
The former boss of global giant Unilever says companies are paying "lip service" to sustainability, while regenerative agriculture must be made more appealing.
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Clean jet fuel to take off at Queensland refinery
The production of advanced biofuels will be explored at a Brisbane refinery in thanks to a new agreement between Ampol and ENEOS.
Seaweed farmers dare to dream but drowning in red tape
Australian seaweed farmers have set an ambitious target of $100 million worth of production each year but complain regulatory hurdles are getting in the way.
Scientists develop new vaccine for encephalitis in pigs
Scientists have developed a new Japanese encephalitis virus vaccine for pigs to help stop the spread of this mosquito-borne disease.
Space the buzz word as farmers and investors talk tech
Scientists, farmers, inventors and business leaders are coming together to discuss ways to improve efficiency and profits in agriculture and food production.
Disease-resistant peanuts come to life in Qld field
Peanuts are susceptible to a range of diseases usually controlled with chemicals, but the systematic breeding of resistant varieties could change that.
Sweet breakthrough in bio-manufacturing
Queensland's biofuture is expanding with future foods in the works and sugarcane enzymes providing sustainable answers for alternative aviation fuel.