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Note: Request for Tender (RFT) Terms and Conditions apply to all RFTs where tenderers are required to submit their responses via the Grains Investment Portal.

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NGN - Spray application best practice industry training days for the Northern Region

Description

Constraint: At NGN events across NSW and QLD, grain growers and advisors continue to identify spray equipment setup, operation efficiency, drift management and pesticide compliance as significant challenges when implementing control measures for biotic pests (weeds, insects and disease) to protect grain yield and quality. The industry also relies on a small number of experts to educate and guide grain growers in best practise pesticides use and this limits accessibility of knowledge. Opportunity: Growers and advisors are interested in updating and refreshing knowledge on various considerations of pesticide use and compliance. The opportunity exists to bring together (i) a manual on best management practice of pesticide use and compliance, (ii) delivery of workshop training that covers theory and practical considerations, and (iii) train the trainer to improve accessibility of expertise in pesticide use and compliance.

RFT Number

PROC-9177012

Closing date & time

Thursday 18th of January 2024, at 05:00 PM ACT local time

Details

Release date: Thursday 30th of November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th of November 2023

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Program 4 - Largescale phenotyping and development of IDM strategies: Effective genetic and sustainable management of Ascochyta blight of Chickpea (Phase 2)

Description

Developing durable genetic resistance to Ascochyta blight (AB) is crucial to avoid the recurring breakdown of resistance genes in chickpea varieties seen over the past 30 years. Ongoing investment support of the National Ascochyta Blight Investment in Phase 2 aims to cement earlier progress by developing and incorporating resistance sources identified in Phase 1, that are required by Australian chickpea breeders and growers to combat AB. Program 4 (Largescale phenotyping and development of IDM strategies) will conduct field trials for screening isolate/hosts in support of breeding programs, utilising phenotyping methodologies developed in Phase 1. Integrated Disease Management strategies will be developed in readiness for the release of new resistant lines coming through breeding programs, in order to slow the evolution of resistant virulent strains and extend the durability of cultivar resistance.

RFT Number

PROC-9177010

Closing date & time

Thursday 15th of February 2024, at 05:00 PM ACT local time

Details

Release date: Wednesday 22nd of November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 29th of November 2023

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Consultative report on the changing ecology and biology for key weed species impacting Australian grains due to climate and soil factors

Description

This investment will engage an expert in weed ecology and biology to develop a comprehensive literature review and identify the gaps and on the horizon risk areas and opportunities regarding the changing ecology and biology due to climate and soil factors of costly, highly adaptive weed species in Australian grains. This information will guide future investments to ensure growers are able to manage these weeds in grain cropping systems in the long-term.

RFT Number

PROC-9177011

Closing date & time

Monday 18th of December 2023, at 05:00 PM ACT local time

Details

Release date: Monday 13th of November 2023
Last updated: Friday 8th of December 2023

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NGN - Planter and air seeder workshops

Description

The ability of farmers to achieve optimal plant emergence can be impacted upon by poor planter and airseeder setup and maintenance.

RFT Number

PROC-9176994

Closing date & time

Monday 11th of December 2023, at 05:00 PM ACT local time

Details

Release date: Monday 13th of November 2023
Last updated: Friday 8th of December 2023

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OPS - Professional Investment Advisory Services

Description

Please note: An Addendum has been added to this tender. GRDC is seeking a suitable Professional Investment Advisory Firm to provide a comprehensive investment advisory and management service that maximises investment returns relative to GRDC risk appetite and mandate, and in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements (i.e. PGPA Act).

RFT Number

PROC-9177006

OPS - Professional Investment Advisory Services is now CLOSED

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NGN - Sprayer calibration and application efficacy workshops - Western

Description

Although growers are aware of the importance of their spray equipment delivering correct chemical application, they have identified through the NGN forums as well as through feedback from previous workshops, that there are knowledge gaps around appropriate sprayer setup and calibration requirements for effective and efficient chemical applications. This leads to less effective spray applications and increased risk of spray drift. In recent times, the incidence of herbicide resistance on property boundaries and fire breaks has become increasingly common.

RFT Number

PROC-9177002

Closing date & time

Thursday 25th of January 2024, at 05:00 PM ACT local time

Details

Release date: Friday 10th of November 2023
Last updated: Monday 4th of December 2023

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In field spray quality (droplet spectrum) measurement and verification by spray applicators

Description

The possibility of off-target spray drift accompanying the application of pesticides is a concern both to the community and the agricultural industry. Since 2010, the Australian Pesticide and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has introduced the requirement for labels to carry mandatory use statements on spray quality. (Refer APVMA a policy known as the Operating Principles in Relation to Spray Drift Risk) This investment aims to deliver a solution (technology, methodology, tools) that enables spray applicators to measure the spray quality (droplet spectrum) being delivered by the spray system. The focus will be on determining the spray quality being delivered in the field with the tank mixture and sprayer setup at the time of use. If the nozzle output is not of the required spray quality, the user will be advised of possible corrective actions, after which they can check the new setup for compliance. For example, if the spray quality is Medium rather than the label-required Coarse, a modified pressure (and corresponding new driving speed) may be suggested as Option 1, with additional options being offered of changing nozzles or the use of drift retardants.

RFT Number

PROC-9176927

Closing date & time

Tuesday 19th of December 2023, at 05:00 PM ACT local time

Details

Release date: Wednesday 18th of October 2023
Last updated: Thursday 19th of October 2023

Full Details

Soybean Breeding for Australia 2023-2029

Description

Currently Australia is a net importer of soybeans and soybean products for use in domestic food manufacturing and the consumer market. However, although small, there are increasing opportunities for soybean domestically as consumption has risen, seeing an increased demand for non-GM soybean, driven by changing consumer dietary preferences (flexitarian) and rising demand for healthy food and plant-based alternatives to meat and dairy. The non-GM soybean market was worth $23.2 billion in 2021 and it is predicted that it will reach a value of $32.8 billion by the end of 2027 (market forecast data, 2022). The proposed investment will address the opportunity for current soybean production regions as well as expanding and new regions to develop new varieties that meet the growing requirements for the regions through improvements in traits such as phenology, disease resistance, herbicide tolerance and yield. The new program will support the Australian soybean industry so that it may realise its strategic plan objective of increasing annual soybean production to 150,000 tonnes per annum.

RFT Number

PROC-9176968

Soybean Breeding for Australia 2023-2029 is now CLOSED

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GRDC International Visiting Fellowships Program (IVFP) 2023/24

Description

GRDC International Visiting Fellowships Program (IVFP) is targeted at supporting Australian grains researchers, connect with new partners by providing more opportunities for talented young international researchers, and to engage with talented young Australian researchers. This will be achieved by bringing international research talent to Australia on a sabbatical program to bolster grains-focussed national and regional research efforts targeted at predominantly GRDC prioritised pillars. The IVFP will facilitate improved connection of the best early and mid-career researchers in Australia and overseas to ensure enduring global scientific networks that promote the transfer of knowledge and technology for the benefit of the Australian grains industry. Further, the GRDC IVFP will address a current gap in available Australian travel awards with the Fulbright program targeting researchers at a more junior level (post doctoral scholarship) or senior level (Scholar Awards), and other programs targeting established researchers at a more senior level than the proposed GRDC IVFP.

RFT Number

PROC-9176909

GRDC International Visiting Fellowships Program (IVFP) 2023/24 is now CLOSED

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