Australia: Research revealed to keep industry globally competitive at sugar showcase

Published 2024년 3월 11일

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Sugar Research Australia (SRA) conducted a two-day seminar in Brisbane, presenting their research updates to the industry. The seminar, held on March 5 and 6, 2024, covered topics such as sugarcane variety breeding, agronomic practices, crop protection, diversification opportunities, milling projects, and technology adoption. SRA Interim CEO Shaun Coffey discussed the allocation of a $16 million research fund and presented SRA's Draft Research & Development Plan for 2024-2034. The event was positively received, with Canegrowers Queensland chair Owen Menkens expressing optimism about the industry's future.

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Canegrowers Queensland chair Owen Menkens said the Sugar Research Australia two-day showcase provided valuable information for the industry. Picture: Supplied Canegrowers rubbed shoulders with millers, industry bodies, researchers, university experts and innovators at a two-day seminar in Brisbane on March 5 and 6 when Sugar Research Australia presented their research update to industry. The program featured discussions about sugarcane variety breeding, agronomic practices, developments in crop protection, diversification opportunities, milling projects, and technology adoption. SRA Interim CEO Shaun Coffey gave a progress report on the allocation of $16 million available under the organisations' 10th Anniversary Research Fund. SRA Interim CEO Shaun Coffey speaking at the industry showcase held on march 5 and 6, 2024. Picture: Supplied Mr Coffey said the showcase was an opportunity to share SRA's Draft Research & Development Plan (2024-2034) with the industry and through ...

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