Three rice projects set to boost the industry

The AgriFutures Rice Program is aiming to increase water productivity to an average of 1.5 tonnes per megalitre by 2026. It’s an ambitious goal and will rely on whole-of industry collaboration and increased investment to achieve it. Thanks to three cutting-edge research projects, the rice industry is edging closer to this goal.

Featuring:

• John Hornbuckle, Professor (Irrigation and Agricultural Technologies), Deakin University
• Dr Wendy Quayle, Associate Professor, Faculty of Science Engineering and Built Environment, Deakin University 
• Chris Proud, Senior Rice Breeder, Rice Breeding Australia