AgriFutures Australia
Overview
AgriFutures Australia is an Australian government agency dedicated to investing in the future of Australian agriculture by supporting research and development initiatives. As one of 15 Research and Development Corporations (RDCs), it focuses on enhancing the profitability, productivity, competitiveness, and long-term sustainability of Australia's primary industries. The agency represents 13 levied industries, including chicken meat, rice, honey bee and pollination, ginger, tea tree oil, pasture seeds, export fodder, thoroughbred horses, kangaroo, buffalo, deer, goat fibre, and ratite, delivering research and innovation that aims to provide real returns to farmers and producers, preparing them to thrive into the future. In addition to supporting established industries, AgriFutures Australia invests in emerging, high-potential agricultural sectors such as sesame, industrial hemp, and seaweed. The agency develops and delivers programs that address specific workforce and leadership needs within the Australian agricultural sector, including initiatives like the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award and the AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship. These programs aim to empower individuals and foster leadership within rural communities. AgriFutures Australia also engages with the global agrifood innovation system to ensure Australia remains a leader in accessing, adopting, developing, and exporting agrifood technologies and innovations. Through its comprehensive approach, AgriFutures Australia plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of Australian agriculture, driving growth, innovation, and sustainability across the sector. Its strategic initiatives and investments are designed to meet the evolving challenges and opportunities within the agricultural industry, ensuring a resilient and prosperous future for rural communities and industries across Australia.
Investment Focus
- Alignment with AgriFutures Australia’s Research and Innovation Strategic Plan (2022-2027)
- Match with AgriFutures Australia’s RD&E priorities for the relevant year(s)
- Alignment with one of AgriFutures Australia’s 16 overarching strategic priorities
- Relevance to current priorities for a levied industry or an emerging industry
- Consideration of similar research projects (current or completed) and any pre-existing publications
Portfolio Companies
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Unlock full contacts →Frequently asked questions about AgriFutures Australia
What sectors does AgriFutures Australia invest in?
AgriFutures Australia invests in Technology, Healthcare, Retail, Education, Agriculture and Logistics, and is based in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia. AgriFutures Australia is listed as a institutional investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does AgriFutures Australia invest at?
AgriFutures Australia backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Growth, Late Stage, Pre-IPO and Buyout, writing cheques of 100K - 5M.
Which regions does AgriFutures Australia invest in?
AgriFutures Australia invests across Australia.
Who are the partners at AgriFutures Australia?
Team members listed for AgriFutures Australia include Campbell FTSE (Non Executive Director) and Julie Cotter (Board Director).
What companies has AgriFutures Australia invested in?
AgriFutures Australia's portfolio includes Chicken Meat Industry, Rice Industry, Honey Bee and Pollination Industry, Ginger Industry, Tea Tree Oil Industry, Pasture Seeds Industry, Export Fodder Industry and Thoroughbred Horses Industry.
How do I contact AgriFutures Australia?
AgriFutures Australia's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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