Future Farm Industries CRC
Scholarship Description
One of the key drivers behind the development of woody perennial farming systems is the perceived environmental benefits that will arise through widespread planting of native shrubs and trees. A key component of these potential environmental benefits is improved conservation of biodiversity in farming landscapes. Clearing of woody native vegetation to make way for annual crops and pastures has had two significant impacts on habitat for native biodiversity. Firstly it has drastically reduced the overall amount of habitat left for native plants and animals (by over 90% in the WA wheat belt), and secondly the little habitat left has been fragmented into many small patches separated by fields of wheat and pasture. Widespread planting of woody perennial farming systems will help address both these problems.
| Reference Number: | 3837 |
| Study Subject: | The role of farmland revegetation in restoring gene flow in agricultural landscapes |
| Web Address: | http://www.futurefarmcrc.com.au/pg_education.html |
| Provided By: | Future Farm Industries CRC |
| To be undertaken at: | The University of Western Australia. |
| 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 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, Environmental sciences, Genetics or Horticulture.
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 |