Eligible not-for-profit organisations can apply for a grant of up to $5000 to support local community projects across remote, rural and regional Australia.
Applications for the 2025 Nutrien Ag Solutions Community Grants Program close on Thursday, August 7, with successful recipients announced in October.
A free online webinar for grant seekers will be held from 12.30pm to 1.30pm on Tuesday, July 15. Register online at: tinyurl.com/5hbzs7zb
For more information and to apply, go to: tinyurl.com/ye2aknua
New AgriFutures podcast
AgriFutures Australia has launched a new podcast to uncover the big ideas, bold decisions and real-world impact shaping the future of our rural industries.
Unearthed: The people changing Australian agriculture explores what happens when big ideas and new opportunities run up against established practices of farming.
AgriFutures hopes to unearth the farmers, scientists and big characters who have found a new path to a more profitable, productive and resilient future for Australian agriculture.
Each episode offers a fresh, thought-provoking perspective on where Australian agriculture is heading.
Find out more or listen to the first episodes at: linkin.bio/agrifuturesau
Hendra virus case in Queensland
Equine Veterinarians Australia has reinforced the importance of vaccination and biosecurity after Biosecurity Queensland confirmed a case of Hendra virus in an unvaccinated horse in south-east Queensland.
EVA president Laura Hardefeldt supported the veterinarian who managed the case and reiterated the critical role of horse owners in preventing the spread of this deadly disease.
“This case is a stark reminder that Hendra virus remains a real and present threat. Vaccination is the best defence we have to protect horses, veterinarians, and the broader community,” Dr Hardefeldt said.
The AVA and EVA continue to advocate for widespread uptake of the Hendra virus vaccine and encourage all horse owners to talk to their veterinarian about vaccinating their horses and using personal protective equipment when managing sick animals.
For more information, go to: tinyurl.com/3nm3dsys
Grants to help bush connectivity
The Regional Tech Hub has announced a new grants program, offering up to $3000 to community groups across rural, regional and remote Australia.
The Connect Grants are open to grassroots projects that help people navigate the complex world of phone and internet connectivity.
Eligible applicants include not-for-profits, community groups, councils and regional service providers.
Applications close at noon on Friday, August 8.
Projects must be delivered within six months of approval, but applicants don’t need to have confirmed dates when applying.
For more information, visit regionaltechhub.org.au/connect-grants or email hello@regionaltechhub.org.au
Wood harvesting in native forests
A new ABARES report, Australia’s native forests and wood production, highlights the important role Australia’s diverse native forests play in helping to combat climate change.
ABARES executive director Jared Greenville said sustainable wood harvesting ensures the long-term productive capacity of forests is not compromised and long-term environmental values are upheld.
“Sustainably managed native forests and sustainable harvesting ensures that trees are regrown after harvesting, unlike deforestation,” Dr Greenville said.
The report says the total amount of carbon stored in Australia’s native forests in 2021 was 19.2 million tonnes, an increase of 27 million tonnes since 2016.
“Most sustainable wood harvesting uses selective techniques to identify single trees or small groups of trees for harvest,” Dr Greenville said.
Read the report here: https://tinyurl.com/3m83dvyr
Hear latest Nuffield research
From carbon farming and regenerative agriculture to drought resilience and export markets will be explored at Nuffield Australia’s National Conference in Adelaide.
The conference will be held at the Adelaide Oval from September 9 to 10, with more than 30 Nuffield scholars presenting their latest research from across the globe.
Nuffield Australia chief executive officer Jodie Redcliffe said it’s a particularly timely conference.
Another key element of the conference is the announcement of the 2026 Nuffield scholars at a presentation dinner on Monday, September 8.
For more information and to register, visit: nuffield.com.au/conference/2025-conference
Ag event returns to Melbourne
The Victorian Government welcome Asia Pacific’s premier agrifood innovation event, evoke AG, to Melbourne.
The forum brings together the brightest minds in agtech, food production, research and agricultural investment.
Agriculture Minister Ros Spence said it would return on February 17 and 18, 2026, at the Melbourne Convention Centre.
Entrepreneurs and growing companies will showcase their work, together with live demonstrations, food and beverage experiences and interactive sessions designed to inspire, inform, and drive collaboration.
For more information or to register your interest, visit: evokeag.com
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