Co-designed research and development for the agriculture sector
Encouraging the industry-adoption of findings
Training the next generation of agricultural leaders
The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) is a specialist institute at the University of Tasmania with a mandate to deliver research, industry development and education for the agriculture and food industry of Tasmania.
Our vision is a sustainable future for cool climate agriculture and food production, through co-designed research, industry partnerships and education, fostering industry impact, and underpinning the growth of the Tasmanian economy.
Our work supports resilient farming and food systems that support the growth of the Tasmanian economy and are socially and environmentally sustainable.
Close relationships across the agriculture and food value chain at a local, national and international level ensure we are connected with stakeholders and that our research and education priorities support industry needs and aspirations.
From the advantages that Tasmania offers us, we deliver to the world.
We are committed to delivering highly relevant research to directly benefit the Tasmanian agriculture and food industry. We engage directly with industry to co-design projects that will yield real world benefits.
Our research spans agricultural systems, food safety and innovation, horticulture, and livestock production.
Agricultural Science is a future-focused degree that equips you to address some of the world’s biggest challenges and opportunities.
Your education is at the cutting-edge of agriculture, applying food systems concepts and ideas from around the world.
Each year, the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture releases an Annual Highlights Report to share achievements across our agricultural research, industry development, and educational initiatives.
Our Vegetable Research Facility at Forthside and Dairy Research Facility at Elliott are sites for commercially-relevant research and demonstration to industry.
Information and resources to support producers and industry make decisions about fertiliser efficiency and alternative options.