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, such that those committed to agriculture may advance their individual aspirations, contribute to local and regional prosperity, and exercise responsible stewardship of the environment.
Hackett Professor Kadambot Siddique - Director, UWA Institute of Agriculture
1st in Australia for Agricultural Sciences (ARWU 2021)
16th in the world for Agricultural Sciences (ARWU 2021)
In the Spotlight
Discover the latest in agriculture research and innovation.
Three UWA researchers recipients of Young Tall Poppy Science Awards
Three researchers from The University of Western Australia have been recognised in this year’s WA Young Tall Poppy Science Awards for their work in childhood acute respiratory infections, neural plasticity and hybrid breeding in crops.
Read moreGrowing more food with a reduced carbon footprint
The University of Western Australia’s Institute of Agriculture has collaborated with international researchers to identify how smallholder farms can grow more food with a reduced carbon footprint.
Read moreAwards and achievements - August 2021
The University of Western Australia has a continual roll call of awards, scholarships and prizes presented to staff and students.
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