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The program works with farmers and their rural and regional communities to prepare for drought. It connects farmers with agricultural experts in their region to harness innovation and adopt new practices.Adopting new technologies and practices can reduce exposure to drought risks. This helps…
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In April 2021, 8 Hubs were launched across the country following a competitive grant process.Regional universities lead 7 of the Hubs and a grower group alliance leads the eighth.Hubs are made up of various stakeholders. They include industry, researchers, farmers, and community groups.Hubs support…
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This page presents a sample of findings from two ABARES research projects undertaken to examine various social aspects of weed management.Systematic review of Australian weed-related social surveys This report, produced by ABARES…
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Applications opening soonApplications for innovators with research or IP to increase drought resilience in Australian agriculture will be open for the 4th and final cohort of the Drought Venture Studio from June 2025.Successful innovators will receive hands-on commercialisation coaching and…
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Applications closedThe Long-term Trials of Drought Resilient Farming Practices Program Round 2 grants opened on 24 September 2024 and closed on 19 November at 9:00pm (AEDT).The Program will fund projects that investigate innovative farming techniques through science-based long-term trials, building…
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Enabling activities help farmers and regional communities build drought resilience through investment in collaboration and impact assessment.
Science to Practice Forum
The annual Forum supports collaboration and innovation by bringing together the hubs to share their progress towards drought…
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Farmers and their advisors need local climate predictions to better plan for future climate variability. That’s why the Future Drought Fund is investing in the Climate Services for Agriculture (CSA) program.Delivered by the Bureau of Meteorology and CSIRO, the program gives farmers better climate…
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Natural Resource Management (NRM) Drought Resilience Program — Landscapes aims to promote and put in place transformational practices, approaches or systems. These will improve the management of natural resources and build drought resilience of agricultural and broader landscapes.
In our…
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The Future Drought Fund (FDF) has invested $1.6 million through Nuffield Australia to deliver Drought Resilience Scholarships and training.The 2025 Drought Resilience Scholarship Program will support 5 agricultural leaders to increase their knowledge of new tools and practices, to help the…
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Australian farmers manage uncertainty and complexity every day. However, the business of farming is becoming more challenging – as farmers face significant climate risk, including future droughts.
The Australian Government is working with state and territory governments to give farmers the tools…
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