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.
Outstanding Western Australians honoured in King's Birthday list
A gravitational wave physicist, former State Treasurer, leading diabetes researcher and glaucoma specialist are among 33 alumni, staff and former staff from UWA recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours list.
Read moreSupermarkets are going back to the future
If AI Agents plan our meals, order and pay for our groceries and robots pick and pack those orders, it's likely fewer of us will venture into a supermarkets.
Read moreEarly 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 more