Research for development
Our researchers lead a range of applied projects across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region to advance industries and communities, and inform governments.
These projects showcase the breadth and depth our research.
Using satellite imagery to build climate resilience for seaweed farmers in Indonesia
Dr Zannie Langford has been awarded a grant through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s Knowledge Partnership Program to extend her work on developing an approach to seaweed mapping using satellite imagery.
The research will develop computer vision and machine-learning tools for analysis of satellite imagery to monitor seaweed production, undertake ground-truthing of production estimates using oceanographic measurements and farm production diaries, and explore community perceptions of climate variability and their resilience strategies to identify interventions.
Strengthening small-scale agricultural exports to China
Researchers from the University of Adelaide have partnered with Robin E Roberts to evaluate two innovative marketing channels to help small scale exporters. The team will evaluate the impacts of agritourism and corporate gifting on small-scale exports to China, assess the effectiveness of established and emerging Chinese e-commerce platforms facilitating these exports, and help small exporters form business strategies to better serve Chinese markets.
The project has been awarded under the Package Assisting Small Exporters (PASE) scheme and is funded through the Commonwealth Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry (DAFF).
Global burden of animal disease initiative: Indonesia case study
This $1.2m project aims to pilot the Global Burden of Animal Diseases (GBADs) framework in Indonesia over 2.5 years, resulting in information to assist improved prioritisation of resource allocation for animal health, centred on the needs of small holder farmers. The project is financed by the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) and is led by the Indonesian Agency for Agricultural Research and Development (IAARD) and Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO).
Researchers from GAI Agribusiness will undertake an analysis of livestock and animal health policies in Indonesia and lead the assessment of social and cultural impacts of animal disease in production systems. The methodology for this assessment will inform the development of a methodology for the overall GBADs program to undertake social impact assessments worldwide.
ACIAR COVID-19 Gendered Risks, Impact and Response in the Indo-Pacific
Rapid Research and Policy Guidance
This study aims to identify the specifics of economic hardship and food insecurity that women have experienced during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic in Myanmar, Papua New Guinea and the Philippines. The study will consider gendered impacts of responses to COVID-19 on food security and socio-economic outcomes for women across three countries, and outline opportunities and development approaches that may mitigate disruption for these women at the individual, household and community levels.
Developing resilience in the South-East Queensland dairy industry
Understanding the impacts of transformative change
This study aims to understand how stakeholders in the dairy industry in South-East Queensland have responded to changes in the sector in the last two decades. The outcomes will highlight how resilience can help prepare farmers and processors for future challenges.
Improving smallholder farmer incomes in southern Vietnam
Improving smallholder farmer incomes through strategic market development in mango supply chains in southern Vietnam
This long-term project is dedicated to building capacity through mango-focused R&D activities to build capacity of Vietnamese researchers.
Assessing market demand for Queensland strawberries in Jakarta
Proactively addressing market access for small strawberry exporters through innovative technology
This study examines Indonesian purchasing behaviours related to strawberry consumption and provides recommendations for achieving sustainable exports of Queensland strawberries to Jakarta. Studies were undertaken to profile consumers’ fruit purchasing habits, examine key purchasing preferences related to berry consumption and profile the Indonesian strawberry buyer. The results revealed that strawberry consumption in Indonesia is favourable despite the early entry stage for Australian strawberry exports. The results also revealed a well-developed understanding of berry consumption in Jakarta would enable greater advantage over the competition, for both local and imported products. This will be achieved by offering consumers superior value, quality produce and by providing increased product benefits (form and presentation) in order to deliver economic profitability for strawberry growers.
Evaluating Chinese mango markets
Challenges and opportunities for meeting the requirements of Chinese mango markets
The study aims to enhance the challenges and opportunities facing mango trade in the Chinese market. The study encompasses an in-depth market analysis, with a focus on Shanghai and concludes by highlighting the insights gained from in-market interviews.
Mango trade and strategic research issues in the Asia Pacific
Analysis of mango markets, trade and strategic research issues in the Asia-Pacific
This study aims to better understand and identify strategic industry and market development issues, research gaps and opportunities for mango production: globally, regionally and within partner countries. It provides a longer-term prospective to inform ACIAR-funded research programs, which strive to improve the profitability and livelihoods of smallholder farming communities.
Market entry and biosecurity
Opportunities and strategies to improve biosecurity, market access and trade for selected mango markets
This research examines market access and entry requirements for mango imports into mainland China.
Understanding consumer reactions to new mango varieties
Western Australian Consumer Study: NMBP Survey and Auction Experiment
This study provides an analysis of research conducted to understand and profile Western Australian purchasing behaviours and willingness to pay (WTP) for three new mango varieties, and provides recommendations for broader research studies. The report reveals that consumer responses to the new varieties are generally favourable. The results of the study support the need for a well-developed understanding of mango consumption for the new varieties to gain market acceptance. This will be achieved by presenting consumers with quality fruit, and by communicating the product benefits (offering and packaging) in order to deliver profitability for growers from the new mango varieties.
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