A $242,000 grants program, targeted at the sharpest young minds in agriculture, fisheries and forestry, opened this month.
Minister for Agriculture David Littleproud said the 2021 Science and Innovation Awards help bring the next generation of big ideas to life, with projects sought from 18-35 year old researchers, scientists, innovators and others active in the agriculture sector.
“2020 has made one thing clear: there’s no shortage of complex challenges facing this nation and our agricultural industries,” Mr Littleproud said.
“The blueprint for success, however, is simple: work hard, work smart and invest in the next generation.
“That’s why the Australian Government is funding individual grants of up to $22,000 across 11 categories to help develop the best new ideas.
“Last year’s Ministerial award winner, Dr Meagan Craven from Deakin University, was recognised for her project investigating whether pigeon milk can combat Salmonella outbreaks on Australian egg farms.
“This project is a great example of innovation. It demonstrates how looking outside the box and coming up with unique solutions can lead to real improvements to our agricultural industries.
“I can’t wait to see what’s next.”
• For more information and to apply visit www.awe.gov.au/scienceawards
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Fast Facts…
• Applications close at 5pm AEST Friday 2 October 2020.
• The Science and Innovation Awards have helped 261 young researchers, innovators and scientists turn their ideas into reality with just over $4 million in grant funding since the initiative’s launch in 2001.
• 11 industry award categories are available in the 2021 round, with each winner to receive a grant of up to $22,000 (including GST).
• Successful industry award recipients will also be eligible to apply for a special Minister’s Award, which includes additional gran funding of up to $22,000 (including GST).
