Novel perennial plant systems for livestock production
Scholarship Description
EverGraze is a national project developing and extending innovative animal production systems based on perennial pastures that are 50% more profitable than current practice while simultaneously improving environmental outcomes. The primary elements of the system are perennial pastures, high genetic livestock and matching pastures with soil type and land class. The project measures productivity and environmental aspects of the system and depends heavily upon modelling at a range of levels for the development of future farming systems. Key questions of interest arising are about the implications for medium term profit, cash flow, growth and risk of farm systems of a range of sizes and grazing and mixed farming activities and systems and with varying proportions of suitable land. Second, what are the implications of these changed pastures in farm systems for groundwater recharge and downstream effects.
| Reference Number: | 3819 |
| Study Subject: | Evaluation of novel perennial plant systems for livestock production in the High rainfall zone |
| Web Address: | http://www.futurefarmcrc.com.au/pg_education.html |
| Provided By: | Future Farm Industries CRC |
| To be undertaken at: | The University of Melbourne. |
| Level: | Post Graduate (Research) |
Availability
This scholarship is offered on an ongoing basis to one person. Dates when to submit scholarship application are not specified.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD28000 (per annum). This award is to be used for research. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: AGRICULTURAL, VETERINARY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES, Animal production, ECONOMICS or Other economics.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia. Only citizens of Australia or New Zealand or permanent residents can apply.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Daryll Richardson (Education Manager) Future farm Industries CRC Email: drichardson@agaveeducation.com.au |