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 2022)
15th in the world for Agricultural Sciences (ARWU 2022)
In the Spotlight
Discover the latest in agriculture research and innovation.
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Professor digs in to AHRI Director role
Professor Ken Flower starts his role as the new Director of the Australian Herbicide Resistance Initiative (AHRI) this week at The University of Western Australia’s School of Agriculture and Environment.
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Innovative crop breeding method to meet global demand for grains
Crop grain yields are stalling due to climate change, while the global demand for grains is expected to double by 2050.
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Table grape industry ripe for growth in Northern Australia
The University of Western Australia has launched a four-year research mission to make table grapes one of the most valuable fruit crops in Northern Australia.
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