News: agriculture

Microscopic camera is helping us see new opportunities for the meat industry

Lamb roast

Australia’s position as the world’s largest exporter of lamb and mutton is under threat from other international suppliers –  China has three times our production capacity and our neighbours in New Zealand have high-quality produce, threatening our current position.

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Cleaning up the farm

Strawberry farm

The Discovery Pod | Season 2, Episode 4
Australia’s farmers are increasingly turning to transient migrant labour to keep their properties running. 

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Finding food security in a changing climate

Finding food security in a changing climate

Our research has led to new sophisticated technology that is increasing crop yields in difficult environmental conditions caused by climate change.

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Ovaries reveal keys to managing fertility

Ovaries reveal keys to managing fertility

Research into the proper functioning of ovaries reveals directions for improved fertility management.

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