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  2. Thumbnail for Extreme heat and rain: there’s now more of both, for longer

    Extreme heat and rain: there’s now more of both, for longer

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2020/1031-extreme-heat-and-rain-theres-now-more-of-both-for-longer
    6 Jul 2020: above 25℃ or below 0℃, and consecutive dry days with less than 1mm of rain. . . . of northern and western Australia, especially the northwest, which has become wetter since the 1960s.
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    A career where you never get bored

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/811-a-career-where-you-never-get-bored
    19 Dec 2018: so many different contexts. Students studying agricultural science at the University of Tasmania enjoy the advantage of having direct links with industry, through research institutes like the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture . . . A four-year Bachelor of
  4. Thumbnail for Designer rice breakthrough to benefit billions of people

    Designer rice breakthrough to benefit billions of people

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/279-designer-rice-breakthrough-to-benefit-billions-of-people
    15 May 2017: expert for the Beijing Government, and has been appointed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences to work alongside Chinese scientists in their crop improvement programs. . . . Want to change the world? Start your research degree at the University of Tasmania.
  5. Thumbnail for Lollies for cows: Plantain in the pasture

    Lollies for cows: Plantain in the pasture

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/365-lollies-for-cows-plantain-in-the-pasture
    31 Jul 2017: New research at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) is looking at how the inclusion of plantain in traditional ryegrass pastures can boost production and profitability for Tasmanian dairy farmers. . . . TIA is a joint venture between the Tasmanian
  6. Thumbnail for A career where you never get bored

    A career where you never get bored

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/315-a-career-where-you-never-get-bored
    15 Jun 2017: Students studying agricultural science at the University of Tasmania enjoy the advantage of having direct links with industry, through research institutes like the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA). . . . The School of Land and Food at the
  7. Thumbnail for Helping to mitigate climate change impacts for Tasmania’s wine industry

    Helping to mitigate climate change impacts for Tasmania’s wine…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/helping-to-mitigate-climate-change-impacts-for-tasmanias-wine-industry
    27 Nov 2023: is a food scientist at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA). . . . She is leading the project 'Beating smoke taint with sparking wine' funded by the Tasmanian Government’s Agricultural Innovation Fund to help the wine industry mitigate the
  8. Thumbnail for Future proofing the Australian grains industry in a changing climate

    Future proofing the Australian grains industry in a changing climate

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/future-proofing-the-australian-grains-industry-in-a-changing-climate
    16 Aug 2023: Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) Professor, Meixue Zhou, has been awarded $4. 4 million for research that will help Australian grain growers adapt to a changing climate and support future food . . . About Professor Meixue ZhouMeixue Zhou is a
  9. Thumbnail for Nina joins the culture club

    Nina joins the culture club

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/708-nina-joins-the-culture-club
    10 Aug 2018: with commercial Tasmanian dairies to determine the best way to make kefir in the factory. . . . been common in Eastern Europe for a long time, and it’s exciting to be developing Tasmanian kefir products in demand for our present-day lifestyle,”
  10. Thumbnail for The future of agriculture is in good hands

    The future of agriculture is in good hands

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/the-future-of-agriculture-is-in-good-hands
    18 Dec 2023: graduate in Australia, our graduates are spoilt for choice and taking their pick of diverse and exciting jobs around Australia. The Bachelor of Agricultural Science is delivered by the Tasmanian Institute . . . Allwright Memorial Prize: Joseph LawrenceThe
  11. Thumbnail for New leadership program for Tasmanian agriculture sector

    New leadership program for Tasmanian agriculture sector

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/new-leadership-program-for-tassie-ag-sector2
    14 Feb 2023: The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) and Rural Business Tasmania (RBT) are joining forces to provide a unique career development opportunity for people working in Tasmania’s agriculture sector. eNABLE is . . . interact and learn from each other
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    Taking care of business

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/314-taking-care-of-business
    15 Jun 2017: The business side of things is almost more important than the agriculture side of things. . . . The University of Tasmania has close links with the exceptional agriculture industry in Tasmania.
  13. Thumbnail for Sowing the seeds for a sustainable dairy industry

    Sowing the seeds for a sustainable dairy industry

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/sowing-the-seeds-for-a-sustainable-dairy-industry
    2 Dec 2022: Seen from above, a 30-hectare section of the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture’s Dairy Research Facility (TDRF) at Elliott is curiously divided into a grid of 32 small equally sized . . . Fellow at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture’s (TIA)
  14. Thumbnail for From paddock to pallet to plate: how we will trace our horticultural exports

    From paddock to pallet to plate: how we will trace our horticultural…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2020/from-paddock-to-pallet-to-plate-how-we-will-trace-our-horticultural-exports
    16 Aug 2020: Research team member Professor Dugald Close from the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture explains: “Food quality, safety, freshness and taste are paramount in the minds of China’s burgeoning middle class, and . . . includes Associate Professor Laurie
  15. Thumbnail for $150,000 to improve soil health for potato industry

    $150,000 to improve soil health for potato industry

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/338-150000-to-improve-soil-health-for-potato-industry
    3 Jul 2017: Effective management approaches are required to minimise repetitive soil disruption and aid with reformation of soil structure. “The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture has a core focus on supporting a productive, competitive . . . and sustainable
  16. Thumbnail for Peter Headlam |Agricultural Science Alumni Ambassador 1968

    Peter Headlam |Agricultural Science Alumni Ambassador 1968

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/peter-headlam-agriculture-science-alumni-ambassador-1968
    28 Nov 2023: as both a student and a farmer, as he dabbled in truffles, venison, wool processing and group breeding. “Over that time the Department of Agriculture, as a farmer’s educator, consultant . . . a part-time role as a lecturer at Tas Institute of Technology
  17. Thumbnail for This scientist is chasing the secrets of ancient crops

    This scientist is chasing the secrets of ancient crops

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/472-this-scientist-is-chasing-the-secrets-of-ancient-crops
    28 Nov 2017: “We’ve created a kind of ‘kindergarten for plants’,” said Professor Sergey Shabala from the University of Tasmania, describing the current state of global agriculture. “We provide them with everything they . . . In contrast to a long list of
  18. Thumbnail for Science, creativity, and entrepreneurship on menu at fermentation masterclass

    Science, creativity, and entrepreneurship on menu at fermentation…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/science,-creativity,-and-entrepreneurship-on-menu-at-fermentation-masterclass
    15 Feb 2023: ingredients. Presented by Seedlab Tasmania in collaboration with the Tasmanian branch of the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST), FermenTasmania and the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture, Good Fermentations Take . . . Go to the TIA
  19. Thumbnail for Forum helping to abate livestock emissions

    Forum helping to abate livestock emissions

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/forum-helping-to-abate-livestock-emissions
    29 Apr 2024: TIA Future Forum: Ensuring a sustainable future for Australia's ruminant livestock productionThe Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) is hosting a virtual Future Forum on 14 May to discuss opportunities identified . . . up to date news and events. TIA
  20. Thumbnail for Women in Agriculture | Dr Samantha Sawyer

    Women in Agriculture | Dr Samantha Sawyer

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/women-in-agriculture-samantha-sawyer
    4 Dec 2023: Dr Samantha SawyerSam is a Lecturer and Research Fellow in Food Science at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) and is a strong role model for young women in STEM (science, . . . technology, engineering, and maths) and agriculture. Sam grew up in
  21. Thumbnail for Pasture soils under the microscope

    Pasture soils under the microscope

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/pasture-soils-under-the-microscope
    1 May 2023: By Rohan Borojević, Industry Development Officer at the Tasmanian Institute of AgricultureA three-year project is underway at TIA's Dairy Research Facility to better understand the impact that different pasture . . . The project will also provide
  22. Thumbnail for In agriculture there is no such thing as a “typical day” in the office

    In agriculture there is no such thing as a “typical day” in the office

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2019/967-in-agriculture-there-is-no-such-thing-as-a-typical-day-in-the-office
    4 Dec 2019: Agricultural Science at the University of Tasmania and hasn’t looked back. Living in Melbourne or another big city didn’t appeal to me. . . . I never saw myself getting into vegetable seed production, but I am loving every minute of it.
  23. Thumbnail for How ag science scholarships are helping these students aim high

    How ag science scholarships are helping these students aim high

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2019/954-how-ag-science-scholarships-are-helping-these-students-aim-high
    17 Oct 2019: So, this is where I ended up,” says Esther. Esther was the fortunate recipient of two scholarships in agriculture: The Costa North-West Scholarship in Agricultural Science; and the City of . . . She sees herself out in the field in a couple of years
  24. Thumbnail for Welcome to the future of farming

    Welcome to the future of farming

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/772-welcome-to-the-future-of-farming
    6 Sep 2018: Dr James Hills Dr James Hills is a Research Fellow at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture's Dairy Centre, where he is the Research and Development team leader. . . . Dr Kathy Evans Dr Kathy Evans is a Senior Research Fellow and Program Leader for Value
  25. Thumbnail for 3 minutes with… PhD student, Madeleine Way, researching cider

    3 minutes with… PhD student, Madeleine Way, researching cider

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2020/972-3-minutes-with-phd-student-madeleine-way-researching-cider
    6 Jan 2020: I’m fortunate to say I have a case of ‘the world is my oyster’. . . . Through my PhD I have developed many transferrable skills and agriculture in Tasmania is very diverse. ”.
  26. Thumbnail for Significant savings using variable rate irrigation: water use reduced by up to 30 per cent

    Significant savings using variable rate irrigation: water use reduced …

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/significant-savings-using-variable-rate-irrigation-water-use-reduced-by-up-to-30-per-cent
    10 May 2017: New research from the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) has found that using variable rate irrigation (VRI) could reduce water use by as much as 30 per cent, creating significant savings . . . Dairy Australia and TIA. Water for Profit is a
  27. Thumbnail for Bee stalkers

    Bee stalkers

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2016/90-bee-stalkers
    20 May 2016: MengYong Lim, 20, and Allanna Russell, 20, have been helping researchers from the University’s Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture and the CSIRO tag honey bees with tiny Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) . . . stage of the project we took frames and
  28. Thumbnail for Keen agriculture student makes industry connections

    Keen agriculture student makes industry connections

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2020/1099-keen-agriculture-student-makes-industry-connections
    1 Dec 2020: Science degree, taught by the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) at the University of Tasmania, has a strong focus on building career skills through hands-on experiences and direct industry . . . Systems, and the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture.
  29. Thumbnail for PhD for Prosperous Poppies

    PhD for Prosperous Poppies

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2020/1000-phd-for-prosperous-poppies
    4 May 2020: from Sri Lanka in 2018 to join the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) and pursue a PhD to better understand a disease of opiate poppy known as systemic downy mildew. TIA . . . practical solution to the issue. “The Tasmanian poppy industry has its
  30. Thumbnail for Scholarships help Agricultural students from Tassie's north west

    Scholarships help Agricultural students from Tassie's north west

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2016/108-scholarships-help-agricultural-students-from-tassies-north-west
    20 Jun 2016: Extension Officer for the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture, said “the financial support was vital as it gave me the freedom to focus on my studies and made moving to Hobart much . . . went home to see my family. ” Samantha now works as a Dairy
  31. Thumbnail for Women in Agriculture | Professor Caroline Mohammed

    Women in Agriculture | Professor Caroline Mohammed

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/women-in-agriculture-professor-caroline-mohammed
    4 Dec 2023: Professor Caroline MohammedCaroline is Centre Leader for the Agricultural Systems Centre at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) and Deputy Director of the TAS Farm Innovation Hub. In 2018 she became . . . the first female Professor of Agriculture
  32. Thumbnail for Why experts are predicting this species will change the future of food

    Why experts are predicting this species will change the future of food

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/473-why-experts-are-predicting-this-species-will-change-the-future-of-food
    28 Nov 2017: And unlike glycophytes (salt-averse plants), they actually benefit from having large amounts of salt in their soil. . . . So they grew two different groups of quinoa plants in saline conditions for five weeks.
  33. Thumbnail for TIA joins climate-friendly asparagopsis commercialisation project

    TIA joins climate-friendly asparagopsis commercialisation project

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/tia-joins-climate-friendly-asparagopsis-commercialisation-project
    17 May 2024: The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) is proud to be part of a collaborative project to facilitate the adoption and ongoing development of low emissions feed technologies (asparagopsis seaweed) in . . . We thank the Tasmanian Government for its
  34. Thumbnail for How does the Venus flytrap work?

    How does the Venus flytrap work?

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/474-how-does-the-venus-flytrap-work
    28 Nov 2017: behind the evolution of the Venus flytrap was food – or a lack of it. . . . in by the sweet scent of the plant’s nectar – the flytrap gets ready to snap shut.
  35. Thumbnail for National horticulture course offers online study options

    National horticulture course offers online study options

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2020/national-horticulture-course-offers-online-study-options
    26 May 2020: The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) is offering a mid-year intake and online, flexible study options for its highly regarded Masterclass in Horticultural Business. . . . People working in a variety of horticultural sectors are encouraged to apply
  36. Thumbnail for University to showcase research and champion success stories at Agfest

    University to showcase research and champion success stories at Agfest

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/university-to-showcase-research-and-champion-success-stories-at-agfest
    25 Jul 2022: The University of Tasmania is preparing an exciting program to spread the news about innovative and thrilling developments in the field of agriculture at this year’s Agfest. The Rural Youth . . . In addition to the University of Tasmania Pavilion, the
  37. Thumbnail for The science of Botrytis, trunk disease and fighting fungus without fungicide

    The science of Botrytis, trunk disease and fighting fungus without…

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/the-science-of-botrytis,-trunk-disease-and-fighting-fungus-without-fungicide
    24 Oct 2023: Researchers from the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) are sharing findings from current projects at Wine Tasmania’s Annual Field Day in Launceston today. Over 60 viticulture and winemaking representatives from . . . The Tasmanian aspect of this
  38. Thumbnail for Should agricultural carbon accounting include land use?

    Should agricultural carbon accounting include land use?

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/should-agricultural-carbon-accounting-include-land-use
    4 Oct 2023: Opinion piece by Dr Rowan Eisner, Agricultural Systems Modeller at the Tasmania Institute of Agriculture Currently, if a farm has its carbon emissions assessed, land use is not included in the . . . When paying for emissions reductions or carbon storage,
  39. Thumbnail for Have you herd? The 2024 Tasmanian Dairy Awards have been announced!

    Have you herd? The 2024 Tasmanian Dairy Awards have been announced!

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/have-you-herd-the-2024-tasmanian-dairy-awards-have-been-announced
    23 Mar 2024: In just his second year of managing a dairy farm, Mahesh Gampala has achieved the coveted ANZ Tasmanian Dairy Business of the Year Award. Dalmore Dairy at Dairy Plains is overseen . . . The Awards Dinner is hosted by DairyTas. The Dairy Business of the Year
  40. Thumbnail for University ranked 44th in the world for agricultural science

    University ranked 44th in the world for agricultural science

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/university-ranked-44th-in-the-world-for-agricultural-science
    6 Jul 2017: Head of the School of Land and Food and Director of the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA), Professor Holger Meinke, said the ranking was reflective of the outstanding research being conducted . . . Agricultural research at the University benefits
  41. Thumbnail for Agriculture graduate becomes a future industry leader

    Agriculture graduate becomes a future industry leader

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/229-agriculture-graduate-becomes-a-future-industry-leader
    30 Jan 2017: An agriculture graduate from the University of Tasmania has received a prestigious $120,000 Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship to continue her research into Tasmania’s cider industry. Madeleine Way, 22, graduated . . . displayed qualities of a future
  42. Thumbnail for 2023 Tasmanian STEM Excellence Awards

    2023 Tasmanian STEM Excellence Awards

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/2023-tasmanian-stem-researcher-of-the-year
    20 Nov 2023: Researchers from the University of Tasmania were recognised among winners of the 2023 Tasmanian STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Excellence Awards. Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture's Associate Professor Matthew Harrisonâ‹
  43. Thumbnail for Young Tasmanians encouraged to pursue careers in agriculture

    Young Tasmanians encouraged to pursue careers in agriculture

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/young-tasmanians-encouraged-to-pursue-careers-in-agriculture
    19 Jul 2023: attract skilled workers. Professor Michael Rose, Director of the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA), said a career in agriculture could be extremely diverse and rewarding, but more needed to be done . . . This supports the Tasmanian Government’s
  44. Thumbnail for Local contractor appointed for Makers transformation

    Local contractor appointed for Makers transformation

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/local-contractor-appointed-for-makers-transformation
    9 Jun 2023: making in the region, hosting the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA), Tech Solutions Hub, a Business Incubator and public demonstration space inside. The Makers will reopen to the community on a . . . Sonya Stanford, University of Tasmania, Callum
  45. Thumbnail for Transformation of The Makers complete

    Transformation of The Makers complete

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/transformation-of-the-makers-complete
    20 Dec 2023: million interior refurbishment of The Makers – located at West Park in Burnie – is now complete, and hosting teams from the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture and Tech Solutions Hub, which forms part . . . activities and events focussed on the themes
  46. Thumbnail for Assisting Tasmanian farmers drives Hannah to great heights

    Assisting Tasmanian farmers drives Hannah to great heights

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2021/1127-assisting-tasmanian-farmers-drives-hannah-to-great-heights
    20 Apr 2021: with the Institute of Agriculture (TIA), Hannah wanted to pursue an agronomy focused honours project – specifically, one that bridged the gap between farming and research. . . . She credited her easy transition from academia to industry to her work
  47. Thumbnail for Dairy industry launches masterclass for aspiring farm managers

    Dairy industry launches masterclass for aspiring farm managers

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2020/dairy-industry-launches-masterclass-for-aspiring-farm-managers
    14 Oct 2020: Associate Director of Learning & Teaching with the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) at the University of Tasmania, Associate Professor Alistair Gracie, said: “One of the most valuable parts of the masterclass . . . This will ensure it is highly
  48. Thumbnail for Celebrating 60 years of agricultural science

    Celebrating 60 years of agricultural science

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/celebrating-60-years-of-agricultural-science
    13 Dec 2023: skills. Oliver Roberts graduated with a Bachelor of Agriculture in 2015 and is the CEO of Pasture. io, an agtech startup company which he founded to empower farmers through automating critical . . . Connect with the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture. Written
  49. Thumbnail for Welcoming good bugs into the berry patch

    Welcoming good bugs into the berry patch

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/welcoming-good-bugs-into-the-berry-patch
    24 Mar 2023: by Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) Entomologist, Dr Stephen Quarrell, will survey rubus crops (raspberry and blackberry) in the key growing regions of Tasmania, New South Wales, and Victoria over the . . . latest news and events straight to your
  50. Thumbnail for Need some sparkle in your cider? We can help.

    Need some sparkle in your cider? We can help.

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2019/866-need-some-sparkle-in-your-cider-we-can-help
    29 May 2019: Learn the science and business of starting your own craft cidery. Dr Fiona Kerslake, Research Fellow at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture, will be sharing her scientific expertise in cider-making . . . Dr Fiona Kerslake, Research Fellow at the
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    Tassie takes big bite of national apple funding

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/tassie-takes-big-bite-of-national-apple-funding
    15 Sep 2023: The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) has secured an impressive $3. 7 million in national funding for research that will boost production and profits for Australian apple growers. TIA will lead . . . soils is made up of collaborating staff from TIA,

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