Primary Industries

Partnership boost for dryland farming research

South Australia is positioning itself as a global leader in dryland agriculture following a major partnership between government and the state’s biggest university.

Lifestyle

Volcanoes named after Ashes legend Shane Warne

Scientists have named an ancient volcanic landscape in Outback Australia after former Ashes star Shane Warne as the former cricketer prepares to celebrate his 50^th birthday.

Primary Industries

Crop assessment project proves drone accuracy

Drones have proven be just as accurate at taking plant measurements as more hands-on traditional methods, paving the way for a range of agricultural applications.

Primary Industries

Australia imports Cypriot vines in response to climate change

Climate change is prompting Australian wine researchers to trial drought-tolerant grape varieties from Cyprus.

Education

Giant species of trilobite found on Kangaroo Island

At up to 30cm long and armed with spines for crushing and shredding food, Australian researchers have identified a previously unknown creature that would have been a giant among its neighbours in the waters off modern-day South Australia.