Agriculture research projects and case studies
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National pineapple breeding program
We're working towards the release of new pineapple varieties suited to Australia’s key pineapple growing regions.
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Breeding better mangoes
Our plant breeders and consumer and sensory scientists work closely to ensure new mango varieties meet consumer demand.
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Fruit fly research and case studies
Learn about fruit fly research and case studies conducted by the Market Access Team.
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Membrane extraction of a phytochemical
Researchers were funded to work with a Queensland based sugar company to investigate the separation of health beneficial phytochemicals from sugar cane.
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Fisheries and aquaculture research
Research on resource sustainability, stock assessment & breeding/grow out technologies for marine and freshwater species for aquaculture and fish stocking.
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Rotating sugarcane crops with grain legumes
Trials to improve the productivity and profitability of sugarcane production by rotating crops with grain legumes.
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Environmental markets in Mossman
The project explored whether environmental markets could be a practical way for landowners in the Mossman area to earn extra income.
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Alternative agriculture in the Mossman region
Read about soybean, peanut, sorghum and maize crops in the Mossman region.