Jason Brand uses his passion for pulses to inform award-winning research that benefits growers and agronomists.
Jason amongst the field
Agriculture Victoria
Agriculture Victoria works with the agriculture industry on research, development and extension to improve production, connect the sector with international markets, support development and maintain effective biosecurity controls.
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Turning up the dial on fruit production
In a world first, scientists in Victoria’s Goulburn Valley take inspiration from sundials to reap rewards for fruit growers and consumers.
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Researchers fast heading towards carbon neutral dairy farm
Scientists aiming for the world’s first carbon neutral dairy farm in West Gippsland find new ways to use excess energy the farm generates.
Collection of blush pears
Pears that blush are ripe for premium overseas markets
Researchers at Agriculture Victoria’s Tatura SmartFarm discovered how much light is needed by blush pears to produce their red colour.
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Weed spotters protect our native plants and ecosystems
As 2020 is the inaugural International Year of Plant Health, we chat with ‘Weed Spotter’ Tricia Stewart about why protecting plants is vital.
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Farmers add ‘drone pilot’ to skill set
Can the hovering of a drone replace the attentive eye of a farmer? Agriculture Victoria discuss a new trial which aims to find out the answer.
Two men smiling at camera while sorting crates of medical supplies
Volunteer vets lend a hand in fire-affected communities
Agriculture Victoria welcomed support from the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) to help farmers impacted by this summer’s fires.
Bunch of red cherries on a tree
Cherry picking for the export market
We visit a bustling cherry farm in the Yarra Valley to learn about the hero fruit of summer.
’Til the cows come home, celebrating 50 years of farming at Ellinbank
Australia is one of the most efficient dairy producers in the world. We visit Ellinbank, where dairy research & development has been ticking away over
Close up of the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug creature
Looking for the brown marmorated stink bug
WATCH THE VIDEO: Agriculture Victoria Biosecurity Officers are conducting intensive surveillance for the brown marmorated stink bug.
chickens roaming freely in the field
Agriculture Victoria supporting the future of food
VIDEO: Agriculture Victoria recently hosted an international event to discuss intensive animal production and ways to improve environmental outcomes.
Rows of plant phenomics centre safflower
Grains Innovation Park – a world leader in science and innovation
Horsham Grains Innovation Park – The Wimmera’s best kept secret.
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Beekeeper Bill in varroa mite surveillance
Experienced beekeepers like Moe’s Bill Ringin are critical to ongoing surveillance after Victoria’s first ever varroa mite detection.
