Convincing the next generation to consider the career opportunities agriculture has to offer is the motivating factor for three QAAFI scientists, who are among this year’s Flying Scientists.
A research team led by The University of Queensland is on track to solve a major problem for Australian farmers using targeted breeding to improve yields for sorghum crops.
The long-awaited genome sequencing of Arabica coffee could be the solution to producing a high-quality Australian-grown coffee, according to a University of Queensland researcher.
A new initiative will tackle urgent challenges facing our food systems – from changing climates to cost of living pressures.
Food System Horizons – a partnership between CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency and The University of Queensland – was launched in Brisbane this month.
Fast-tracking the development of chickpea varieties that are adapted to high temperatures is the focus of a new research project aimed at addressing the challenges facing growers of Australia’s biggest pulse crop.
An international alliance has been set up to conserve wild rice, with University of Queensland Professor of Innovation in Agriculture, Professor Robert Henry, the Australian representative.
More focus on integrating research into drought tolerance in crops is essential to prevent the threat to global food security, according to international researchers.
