#environmental science

Environment picture

Predictive farming 

This Project will investigate artificial intelligence (AI) to improve weather forecasts and use crop models for making better farming decisions. The expected outcome is protocols for integrating AI-enhanced weather forecasts and crop models into farm management and planning tools. This is expected to result in farmers making more informed decisions that optimise resource use, boost crop yields, and enhance overall farm productivity and profitability while minimising environmental impact. 

Health and Biosecurity picture

Integrated management of invasive pampas grass

This project develops novel management solutions for alien grasses (with a focus on pampas grass) that threaten the rehabilitation of ash dams associated with power plant closures. The expected outcomes are an improved understanding of the invasive grass species, their responses to different control methods and development of management guidelines. The potential benefits are enhanced rehabilitation outcomes for disturbed landscapes and improved quality of desirable flora and fauna.