The Sugar Research and Development Corporation works in partnership with the Australian sugarcane industry and the Australian Government to foster an innovative and sustainable sugarcane industry, through targeted investment in research and development.
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SRDC Grower Innovation Awards - Apply now
Sugarcane growers are encouraged to apply for an SRDC Grower Innovation Award. SRDC will recognise the outstanding work by growers across four categories.
Grower Group Innovation Award ($3,500) - Outstanding achievement by a group of growers who have completed an innovative research project.
Grower Group Progress Award ($3,500) - Progress achieved by a group of growers who are currently undertaking a research project.
Grower Service to Industry Award ($1,500) - An individual grower who provides outstanding leadership and service to the sugarcane industry.
Project Supporter Award ($1,500) - An individual who has provided development and extension support to growers to deliver an innovative research project. |
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SRDC Annual Report 2010-2011
SRDC’s Annual Report presents information about operations and finances during 2010-2011. The report is available in hard copy or electronic format or by sections listed below:
Section 1 - Report from Chairman and Executive Director (1805 KB)
Section 2 - Introducing SRDC (1734 KB)
Section 3 - Research investments across investment areas (1224 KB)
Section 4 - Statutory Reporting (1134 KB)
Section 5 - Financial Statements (1839 KB)
Section 6 - Appendices (1482 KB)
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Evaluating alternative irrigation methods for a greener future
The Mulgrave Area Farm Integrated Action group (MAFIA) has been leading an SRDC funded Grower Group Project in the Burdekin to assist growers to tackle water issues head-on. As well as seeking a long-term improvement in water quality and groundwater management, this SRDC funded project has been shedding some light on the best options for irrigation in the future. Read SRDC update article |
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SRDC seminar - Cutting greenhouse gas emissions and nitrogen use - 13 Feb 2012
A collaborative research project in Mackay has been investigating ways for cane growers to cut nitrogen fertiliser costs and greenhouse gas emissions. BSES Senior Research Agronomist Dr Barry Salter and DERM Principal Scientist Dr Weijin Wang will present preliminary findings from their research at the Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane from 12:00 noon. To register for this free seminar contact Kara Billsborough from SRDC on ph: 07 3210 0495. Read media release
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National Sugarcane Industry RD&E Strategy
The National Sugarcane Industry RD&E Strategy was approved by industry and the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Senator the Hon. Joe Ludwig and the Primary Industries Ministerial Council in September 2010. This strategy sets out four goals and 10 themes as identified by both Government and industry stakeholders during development. Read full report
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