Current Issue

August – September 2021

Production, marketing and topical articles for the Australian Sugar industry.

Feature Articles

Farmers are celebrating the recent sugar price rise

It has been some years since we have seen such optimistic prices. Three waves of frost in June and July have added to the situation caused by the drought in Centre-South Brazil

First breeding of sugarcane using CRISPR/Cas9

Sugarcane is one of the most productive plants on Earth. Its size and efficient use of water and light give it tremendous potential for the production of renewable value-added bioproducts and biofuels.

Boosting soil fertility with biochar?

Made from urban, agriculture and forestry waste, it seems biochar can help reduce the carbon footprint of modern farming according to an international review involving University of NSW.

Over The Back Fence

Agriculture career perceptions in research spotlight

New grant money is available to research community perceptions of agricultural careers and occupations and the experiences of agricultural workers. This research will help to raise community perceptions of agricultural careers and occupations.

“Wonka factory" of Aussie foods

Expect more delicious and premium Australian food in fridges across the globe, with the creation of The University of Queensland’s Agri-Food Innovation Alliance.

Ground-breaking project aiming to restore Norfolk Island

A clear picture of what Norfolk Island looked like before European arrival has emerged from a project that has, for the first time ever, mapped native vegetation across the entire island, as it exists now and before 1750.

Managing feral animals can help Australia’s transition to net zero emissions

Effective management of feral animals can play a part in achieving net zero emissions in Australia by 2050, according to Andreas Glanznig, CEO of the Centre for Invasive Species Solutions.

Google Australia announces $1 billion Digital Future Initiative

Google Australia has launched the Digital Future Initiative – a $1 billion investment in Australian infrastructure, research and partnerships that aims to strengthen local capabilities, support jobs and help build Australia’s digital economy for the future.