Future Farm Industries CRC
Scholarship Description
Successful native plant establishment from direct seeding depends not only on seed germination but on persistence of seedlings throughout the establishment phase. While variability in moisture and soil regimes influence the initial species emergence, successful establishment is defined by interactions between a plant’s ecophysiological tolerances and their physical, chemical and biotic environment. This project will aim to understand processes that lead to enhanced success of native plant species from direct seeding in agricultural environments, which pose particular problems for native species. For example, there may be high nutrient loads, abundance weed seed banks and subsoil exposed from laser-levelling. This project will improve understanding of interactions between sown native seedlings, soil and the environment to provide an understanding of the dynamics of seedling establishment. Experiments will be conducted in both controlled-environment glasshouse studies and in detail
| Reference Number: | 3830 |
| Study Subject: | Overcoming biotic/abiotic barriers to recruitment of woody perennials by direct seeding |
| 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. Open for applications from August 1, 2008.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD28000 (per annum). This award is to be used for research and living expenses. 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, BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, Botany, Forestry sciences, Horticulture or Physiology. It is required that your study starts no earlier than August 1, 2008.
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 |