The UWA Institute of Agriculture
Our vision is to foster innovation and provide research-based solutions to food and nutritional security, environmental sustainability and agribusiness. The Institute works with the agricultural and natural resource sectors to create knowledge and improve workforce skills, contribute to local and regional prosperity, and exercise responsible stewardship of the environment.
Hackett Professor Kadambot Siddique - Director, The UWA Institute of Agriculture
1st in Australia for Agricultural Sciences (ARWU 2025)
13th in the world for Agricultural Sciences (ARWU 2025)
In the Spotlight
Discover the latest in agriculture research and innovation.
Early-Career Agricultural Research Celebrated
Early-career researchers showcased their work across key areas including Australian agricultural market economics, native seedling mechanics, sustainable farming systems, crop improvement and agricultural innovation at an event hosted by The University of Western Australia’s Institute of Agriculture.
Read moreReplacing nitrogen with organic fertiliser found to improve soil and crops
A new collaborative study has found that partially replacing synthetic nitrogen fertiliser with low amounts of organic components can improve soil quality, crop productivity and nitrogen uptake.
Read moreUWA Farm Ridgefield trial delivers powerful insights on methane reduction
17-month study delivers critical data to shape future low-emission grazing systems.
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