Grants open in Mallee for young Australians making agriculture future-

Published on 25 August 2021

Investing in a future-ready agriculture, fisheries and forestry sector is the goal of the 2022 Science and Innovation Awards grant program, with applications now open.

Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia David Littleproud and Member for Mallee, Anne Webster are inviting young researchers, scientists and innovators in agriculture, fisheries and forestry to submit a project application that addresses current industry challenges.

“Australia has a proud tradition of innovation, and we’re looking to build on that legacy with the next generation of Aussie smarts,” Minister Littleproud said.

“We’re looking for projects which tackle issues in innovative ways and contribute to the ongoing success and sustainability of Australia's agricultural, fisheries and forestry industries.

“It’s about supporting young people passionate about agriculture and helping them to make a difference.”

Member for Mallee, Anne Webster said supporting you people delivering new innovations in agriculture will deliver benefits for the sector, with these benefits flowing into rural and regional Australia.

“This is a great opportunity for our best and brightest, living in regional Australia, to receive a leg up and really make a difference to their industries and their communities.”

Last year’s Ministerial award winner was Mr Fraser Border from the University of Southern Queensland.

This innovative project used augmented reality to help meat process workers improve accuracy and efficiency, reduce waste and increase returns for processors.

For more information and to apply visit www.agriculture.gov.au/abares/conferences-events/scienceawards.