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RESEARCH
PRIORITIES |
R&D
PLANS |
| New
Plant Products |
New
Plant Products
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Improve production and product
availability for an existing or new crop with a product currently being
traded.
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Assess consumer benefits and
the value chain for an existing or new crop with a product currently being
traded.
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mprove production and product
availability for an existing or new crop with a new product.
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Assess consumer benefits and
the value chain for an existing or new crop with a new product.
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Assess and establish the opportunities
for viable new plant alternatives for rural producers, particularly high
value low water usage plants.
For Native Foods
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Research and development activities
that underpin the Novel Foods Act, FSANZ and Codex alimentarius recognition
of priority native food products, and development of sensory descriptors
for key native foods species will have priority for the Australian Native
Foods Industry
For Olives
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To provide farm scale technology
to predict shelf life and olive oil stability in order to address industry
best practice.
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To establish an environmental
management system for olive management, with specific consideration to
be given to appropriate water management.
Note 1: For 2008/09 RIRDC
is not calling for proposals in green tea, herbs and spices, or cocoa.
Note 2: For any application
into an existing crop where a Peak Industry Body (PIB) exists, the application
should outline the consultation process with the PIB.
Note 3: For any application
into a new crop, the applicant must ensure stringent consideration of quarantine
and ‘weediness’ of the new crop is detailed.
Note 4: Where possible,
projects should involve an industry partner(s) to facilitate subsequent
adoption and commercialisation |
http://www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/npp.html |
| New
Animal Products |
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address R&D in the New Animal
Products R&D Plan 2006-09, and the Kangaroo Industry Strategic Plan
2005-2010
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assess innovation for value
added livestock products with consumers particularly for kangaroo, rabbit
and emu
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evaluate potential new livestock
industries such as exotic birds, pet feed, aquatic native fish, suitable
peri-urban livestock species
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improve artificial insemination
and genetic gain in rabbits, crocodiles, gamebirds, ostrich, and milking
sheep and goats
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develop new diets and feeding
systems, particularly for crocodiles and ducks.
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continue to support national
and international linkages to assess rapidly ways of introducing new technologies
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New
Animal Products Plan 2006-09
http://www.rirdc.gov.au/reports/NAP/05-153.pdf
Kangaroo Industry Plan 2005-2010
http://www.rirdc.gov.au/pub/KangarooIndustry-Plan2005-10.pdf |
| Asian
Food |
Market
development
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investigate opportunities for
new crops for rural diversification
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investigate opportunities to
value add to Asian food products through processing
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investigate opportunities to
expand the market through the identification of specific health benefits
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investigate the expansion of
current and the potential new markets (particularly overseas) and Australia’s
capacity to supply
Production & Communication
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develop a program targeting
growers’ from Languages Other Than English (LOTE) speaking backgrounds
that develops Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and sustainable production
systems
Note 1: For investigations
into existing Asian vegetables, the applicant should consult with AUSVEG
and Horticulture Australia Ltd and determine the potential for a co-funding
arrangement.
Note 2: For any application
into a new crop, the applicant must ensure stringent consideration of quarantine
and ‘weediness’ of the new crop is detailed.
Note 3: Where possible,
projects should involve an industry partner(s) to facilitate subsequent
adoption and commercialisation
|
http://www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/af.html |
| Essential
Oils and Plant Extracts |
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improve germplasm available
to the industry to improve the yields of desired qualities
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improve production systems to
raise productivity and control over product qualities
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support the demonstration of
safety and effectiveness of Australian products
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facilitate the satisfaction
of regulatory requirements to enhance market access
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improve industry capacity to
manage the supply chain, markets and policy and regulatory environment
for the growth of the industry
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support new ideas for new species
or existing species that provide potential for growing the market for Australian
product
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http://www.rirdc.gov.au/pub/essentoi.html |
| Rare
Natural Animal Fibres |
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develop a new five year plan
(2009-2014)
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continue innovative technology
with industry partnerships in identifying superior genotypes for the alpaca,
mohair and cashmere industry
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increase R&D capacity by
closer linkages with national and international organisations particularly
for artificial insemination in alpacas
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prepare documentation to increase
production and productivity in the goat and alpaca fibre industries
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http://www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/rnf.html |
| Wildflowers |
develop profitable and sustainable
production and management systems
identify the most profitable
crops for different regions and markets, including both the export and
domestic markets
improve existing products and
develop new ones to meet market requirements
projects with a financial contribution
from industry are preferred.
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http://www.rirdc.gov.au/pub/wildflow.html |
| Tea
Tree Oil |
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identify regulatory regimes
and market barriers and enhance the ability of the industry to meet safety
standards
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demonstrate proof of concept
/ efficacy for innovative applications of tea tree oil
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projects must have a financial
contribution from industry of 50% of the value of the project.
|
http://www.rirdc.gov.au/pub/tto5yr.htm |
| Bioenergy,
Bioproducts and Energy |
develop a new Five Year Plan
which will include consultation with industry and researchers
particular focus will be on
development of new crops, biorefineries and supply chains for feedstocks
in bioenergy and bioproducts industries
assess productivity, feasibility
and environmental impacts of new crops for bioenergy and bio-products in
new areas
assess, define and certify sustainable
yield of biomass from waste management, agriculture and forestry systems
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Refer
to RIRDC’s AOP,
Corporate
Plan and
Website |
| Chicken
Meat |
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investigate, evaluate and recommend
safe and effective strategies for minimising water usage in processing
plants and water recycling for processing plants
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investigate causes of, and develop
solutions for, oesophageal lesions in meat breeders
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validate the outcomes of olfactometry
and odour modeling with respect to impacts off site
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identify and evaluate strategies
for managing odour emissions from feed mills
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evaluate the Australian chicken
industry’s carbon ‘footprint’ and how it compares to other sources of protein
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quantify water use in the Australian
chicken industry and identify opportunities to reduce water use
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re-evaluate the nutritional
value of Australian chicken meat
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assist industry to develop and
adopt improved disease prevention, management and diagnostic techniques
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increase and update data available
on the nutrient value of available or potential feedstuffs for chicken
diets, such as DDGS from (wheat/sorghum) ethanol and glycerine from bio-diesel
manufacture, and update data on the nutrient requirements of meat chickens
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undertake a stocktake of the
tools available to the industry for the recognition and management of economically
important existing and emergency endemic diseases and develop a program
of activities for addressing any gaps identified
|
www.rirdc.gov.au/pub/chick5yr.htm |
| Honeybee |
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improve understanding and management
of bee diseases and pests
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increase profitability by improving
hive husbandry, management practices and through the provision of production
and financial benchmarks
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continue honeybee access and
research into melliferous resources on public and freehold land
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increase the use of honey in
the food industry
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determine therapeutic values
of specific floral species
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improve communications between
the R&D section, the honey industry an associated industries
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www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/hb.html |
| Rice |
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conduct complementary research
to the existing rice breeding and quality evaluation activities (with special
emphasis on yield, quality and cold tolerance)
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improve crop establishment,
agronomy, physiology, nutrition management and precision agriculture
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research effective and sustainable
control of major rice weeds, pests and diseases
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develop whole farm planning
and assessment tools to ensure profitability and environmental sustainability
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investigate methods to optimise
participation and contribution of people in the industry
|
www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/rice.html |
| Horses |
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address the problems of the
young growing horse
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research diagnosis and treatment
of common equine diseases
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consider common problems of
racehorses in training, racetrack design and development, and the scientific
measurement of racetrack variables on race day
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investigate health and safety
issues affecting the horse industry with particular reference to jockey
and rider injury and reproduction in horses
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www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/hor.html |
| Fodder
Crops |
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address pest and disease risks
through improved crop agronomy to maintain major export markets
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extend fodder crop varieties
through research
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address residue testing constraints
and improve quality assurance methodologies to increase industry competitiveness
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improve understanding of crop
agronomy
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improve information for fodder
producers through production of high quality publications reflecting industry
needs.
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www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/fca.html |
| Pasture
Seeds |
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improve seed production technologies
to maximize yield, quality and processing efficiency
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improve the collection and dissemination
of knowledge on the seed industry and supporting effective adjustment to
change
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investigate mechanisms for incorporating
environmental considerations in sustainable production systems
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foster emerging sciences / technologies
and risk assessment
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www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/ps.html |
| Deer |
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support activities associated
with the implementation of Market Focused Vension Alliances
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investigate new uses for deer
velvet in therapeutic products
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www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/deer.html |
| Buffalo |
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improve productivity in meat
and milk herds by analyses of breeding records and better techniques of
artificial insemination
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continue to address strategies
in the 2005-2010 R&D Plan including communication of R&D outputs
and industry development via the Buffalo Industry Newsletter.
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support national and international
visits and meetings of industry and research personnel.
|
www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/buffalo.html |
| Agroforestry
and Farm Forestry and JVAP |
The Joint Venture
Agroforestry Program (JVAP) will tender for projects in early 2008, to
address selected strategies in the JVAP Five Year Plan 2004-2009.
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www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/aft.html |
| Environment
and Farm Management |
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The Environment and Farm Management
Program is not calling for applications in this round
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This
program has information at
www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/efm.htm |
| Rangelands
and Wildlife Systems |
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The Rangelands and Wildlife
Program is not calling for applications in this round
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This
program has information at www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/rws.html |
| Organic
Systems |
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The Organic Systems Program
is not calling for applications in this round
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www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/org.html |
| Global
Competitiveness |
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explore mechanisms to enhance
the effectiveness of value chains in improving Australia’s global competitiveness
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investigate the impact of rapidly
emerging economies such as India and China
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investigate the EU’s Common
Agricultural Policy and its implications for Australia
|
www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/global.html |
| Food
Integrity and Biosecurity |
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assess the risk posed to industry
and human health by peri-urban producers and alternative distribution systems
(such as farmer’s markets)
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develop a framework for or a
generic approach to codes of practice for on-farm biosecurity and food
integrity that promotes step-wise improvement
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scope the likely future market
demands for track and trace and communicate to small industries on their
need to address these issues in their industry
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develop/identify and adapt technologies
to support track and trace systems that will be effective in small industries.
|
www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/fib.html |
| Rural
People and Learning Systems |
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investigate the impact that
changes in non-agricultural and regional infrastructure have on the agricultural
sector on a regional basis.
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assess the social impact and
opportunities resulting from changes (physical, technological, demographic
and structural) in rural and regional Australia, identifying factors that
would contribute to their amelioration or realisation (including keeping
people in rural areas, improving farm labour, climate change, farm succession
etc).
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explore the use of non-profit
decision drivers (e.g. individual preferences and lifestyles, local resource
recognition and culture and land attachment) to manage and adapt to change
(as opposed to traditional efficiency and market considerations).
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examine equity, ethical and
legal issues associated with changes to farming and integrated supply systems
(e.g. monopoly power, intellectual property).
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investigate the impact and application
of innovative communication technologies on agricultural industries and
rural communities
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Refer
to RIRDC’s AOP,
Corporate
Plan and
Website |
| The
RIRDC Leadership Program |
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The RIRDC Leadership Program
funds a number of activities, including RIRDC research scholarships, the
RIRDC Rural Womens Award, and a position with the Australian Rural Leadership
Program. Please check the website for more detail.
|
Refer
to RIRDC’s AOP,
Corporate
Plan and
Website |
| Cooperative
Venture for Capacity Building |
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The Cooperative Venture for
Capacity Building Program is not calling for applications at this stage,
please check the RIRDC website to see if there is a call for applications
later in the financial year.
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More
information on this program can be found online at www.rirdc.gov.au/capacitybuilding/index.html |
| Collaborative
Partnership for Farm Health and Safety |
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The Collaborative Partnership
for Primary Industries Health and Safety Program is not calling for applications
at this stage, please check the RIRDC website to see if there is a call
for applications later in the financial year
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More
information on this Program can be found online at http://www.rirdc.gov.au/programs/cpfhs.html |
