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ABB Grain Ltd
ABB Grain Ltd provides financial, logistic, marketing and export services
for grain growers.

Agnet
     A comprehensive list of agriculture-based organisations.

Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries Australia (AFFA)
     AFFA provides customer services to assist the agricultural, food,
     fisheries and forestry industries to become more competitive, profitable
    and sustainable.

Animal Health Australia
     National organisation providing effective risk management strategies for
     animal disease surveillance, emergency animal disease management
     protocols and national animal health programs for specific diseases.

AusBulk Ltd
     AusBulk Ltd, based in South Australia, is a leading Australian
    agri-business specialising in the logistics, storage and handling of grain.

Australian Livestock Export Corporation
     Owned, funded and controlled by livestock exporters, Livestock is
     responsible for managing industry funded programs and services and
     ensuring that the self-regulation policies of the live export industry are
     implemented.

Australian Lot Feeders' Association
     The ALFA, a national organisation representing those involved with
     feedlots, works to develop environmental approval standards, quality
     assurance systems, training, etc related to the industry.

Australian Pork Limited
     Representative group for Australian pork producers providing industry
     information and assistance to members, government and the public.

Australian Wheat Board
     AWB is a major national grain marketing organisation whose core
    business function is to serve the needs of Australian grain growers by
    marketing and financing their grain.

Australian Wool Exchange
     Member services organisation representing Australian and international
     wool brokers, processors and exporters, etc and working to provide
     efficient trading systems.

Australian Wool Innovation Pty Ltd
     AWI is committed to improving wool quality and productivity through more
     efficient wool processing techniques and the development of new wool
     products.

Australian Wool Testing Authority Ltd
     AWTA are responsible for developing and implementing national
    standards, procedures and technologies associated with wool testing.

Canegrowers
    Canegrowers, the farmer representative body for Australian sugarcane
    producers, provides leadership, representation and services for growers to
    help create a profitable and sustainable sugar industry.

Cattle Council of Australia
     The peak producer organisation representing Australia's beef cattle
     producers.

Cooperative Bulk Handling Ltd, Western Australia
     Cooperative Bulk Handling Limited, owned, controlled and financed by
     grain growers of Western Australia, is responsible for the handling,
     storage and export of the state's grain.

Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs)
     CRCs bring together researchers from the public and private sector in
     long-term collaborative arrangements supporting research, development
     and education activities across a wide range of agricultural industries.
     For access to a specific CRC please select from the following:

     CRC for Aquaculture
     CRC for Biological Control of Pest Animals
     CRC for the Cattle and Beef Quality
     CRC for Australian Cotton
     CRC for Legumes in Mediterranean Agriculture
     CRC for Premium Quality Wool
     CRC for Quality Wheat Products and Processes
     CRC for Sustainable Production Forestry
     CRC for Sustainable Sugar Production
     CRC for Sustainable Rice Production
     CRC for Viticulture

Department of Agriculture — Western Australia
     Agriculture Western Australia works closely with primary producers and
    rural communities to help ensure the state's agricultural sector realises
     its full potential.

Ezigrain
     Provides topical information and a range of services for the grains
     industry.

Department of Natural Resources and Environment, Victoria
     Victorian State Government site responsible for the development,
     conservation and protection of Victoria's agricultural, natural and cultural
     resources.

Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries – Northern Territory
     News, research information, technical services, training, financial
     counselling, etc for the Northern Territory's horticulture and agriculture
     industries, marine and freshwater fisheries and aquaculture.

Department of Primary Industries, Water and Environment – Tasmania
     Government department responsible for sustainable agricultural
     development, resource management, environment protection and
     conservation of Tasmania's natural and cultural heritage.

Grainco
     Queensland-based Grainco Australia provides grain handling, trading,
     storage and marketing services to the grains industry.

Graincorp
     GrainCorp's core business is the provision of bulk grain storage and
     handling services for producers and buyers.

Grains Council of Australia
     The Grains Council of Australia is the peak representative body of
     Australian grain growers whose objective is to maximise returns to
     growers.

Meat and Livestock Australia
     National producer-owned organisation servicing the needs and interests
     of the Australian red meat industry.

NSW Agriculture
     NSW Government site providing news, research information, technical
     services, training, financial counselling, etc across the diversity of the
    state's agricultural industries.

Pig Research and Development Corporation
     The Corporation is involved in research and development programs to
     improve the economic and environmental sustainability of the pork
     industry.

Pulse Australia
      Pulse Australia promotes best-practices in the farming,
      processing, storage, handling and marketing of Australian pulses.

Primary Industries and Resources South Australia
     SA Government site providing news, research information, technical
     services, training, financial counselling, etc across the diversity of the
    state's agricultural industries.

Queensland Department of Primary Industries
     Queensland Government site providing news, research information
     technical services, training, financial counselling, etc across the diversity
     of Queensland's food and fibre industries.

Ricegrowers' Association of Australia
     Industry organisation representing the interests of ricegrowers at a local,
    state and federal level.

Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC)
      RIRDC provides funding for research and development into new
      agricultural products and services and manages the processes
      necessary to see these initiatives become financially viable.

Sheepmeat Council of Australia
     Industry group responsible for meeting the needs and objectives of
     sheepmeat producers around Australia.

wool.com
     Servicing the needs of the Australian wool industry, wool.com provides
     market pricing information and new industry developments and practices
     for both domestic and international markets.

Ag Food Awareness Australia
Aims to increase public awareness of gene technology in agriculture.

Cropgen
News and research articles on foods.

Biotechnology Information
Information, research and reports to the public.

Australian Dairy Corporation
     The Australian Dairy Corporation is a Statutory Marketing Authority
     responsible for enhancing the profitable production and marketing of
     Australian dairy produce.

Australian Dairy Farmers' Federation
     National organisation comprising dairy farming associations from six
     states.

Australian Dairy Herd Improvement Scheme
     ADHIS maintains a national database of performance and pedigree
    details for individual dairy animals with data collected by milk recording
     organisations and breed societies.

Australian Dairy Industry Council
     The Australian Dairy Industry Council is Australia’s peak policy body for
      the national dairy industry.

Countdown DownUnder
     Countdown Downunder is a national program to help Australian farmers
     with advice on mastitis and milk quality related issues.

Dairy Australia
     Dairy organisation working to coordinate and align the industry.

Dairy Research & Development Corporation
     Dairy Research and Development Corporation is a research management
     business working for the Australian dairy industry.

InCalf
     Funded by the Dairy Research and Development Corporation, the InCalf
     Project is working towards improving better dairy herd fertility.

New South Wales Dairy Authority
A government initiative of Dairy Australia specifically designed to
promote and cater to the New South Wales dairy industry.

Victoria Dairy Authority
A government initiative of Dairy Australia specifically designed to
promote and cater to the Victorian dairy industry.

Queensland Dairy Authority
     A government initiative of Dairy Australia specifically designed to
     promote and cater to the Queensland dairy industry.

Queensland Dairyfarmers' Organisation
    Informative site provide information and support to Queensland's dairy
    farmers.

Tasmania Dairy Authority
A government initiative of Dairy Australia specifically designed to
promote and cater to the Tasmanian dairy industry.

South Australia Dairy Authority
A government initiative of Dairy Australia specifically designed to
promote and cater to the South Australian dairy industry.

Australian Greenhouse Office
The AGO is responsible for coordinating and delivering on the government climate change policy. A central information point for people interested in the issues associated with global warming.

Environment Australia Online
     Environment Australia Online is aimed at professionals and community
     members. Conservation, meteorology and the Antarctic are just some of
     the areas which are covered.

Greening Australia
     Improving vegetation management practices.

Land Management Society
     Organisation targeted at farmers who want to provide an integrated whole
     farm environment. The site provides information, education and support to
     enable management of natural resources with farm practice.

National Landcare Program
Funding program for community projects emphasising sustainability.

Victorian Department of Natural Resources and Environment
NRE has significant responsibilities for the development, conservation
and protection of Victoria's natural and cultural resources.

Agsafe
AgSafe is a non-profit professional development association dedicated to the advancement of high professional standards in the field of agricultural health and safety.

Avcare
Industry organisation representing the manufacturers and distributors of crop production and veterinary health products.

Farmsafe Australia Inc
     Organisation committed to improving the well-being and productivity of      Australian agriculture through improved health and safety awareness and      practice.

MSDS
     The MSDS website contains a vast list of Australian Material Safety Data      Sheets for your use.

Office of Rural Health
Commonwealth Government department responsible for advising on general rural health strategies and for developing programs to improve the health and well being of Australians living in regional, rural and remote locations.

Australian Apple & Pear Growers Association
     Supporting the interests of Australia's apple and pear growers.

Australian Macadamia Society
     Information on the history, production and marketing of macadamia nuts.

Australian Pome Fruit Improvement Program
Informative site for those interested in gaining information about developments in the Australian pome fruit (apple and pear) industry.

Australian Viticulture
     Informative site for those interested in the wine industry.

The Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Asssociation in Australia
     National organisation seeking to promote and develop biodynamic practices
     in farming, horticulture, home gardening and environmental care.

Canberra Organic Growers Society Inc
A forum for organic growers to exchange information, also aims to encourage the general public to adopt organic growing methods.

Gippsland Herb Industry Association
Interesting and informative site keeping herbgrowers informed of developments in the industry.

Grape and Wine Research & Development Corporation
Responsible for investing in grape and wine research and development on behalf of the Australian wine industry.

Potato Information @ SARDI
A great site for accessing the latest on potato farming.

QLD Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association
     Looking after the interests of Queensland's 7000 commercial growers
     through a range of industry services.

Riverlink
     Riverlink is a scientific network that aims to integrate programs across      the major horticultural centres in the Sunraysia-Riverland region.

SARDI Horticulture – Apricots
     Current industry information to assist apricot growers, handlers and
     researchers.

SARDI Horticulture – Citrus
     Helpful and informative information for citrus growers.

Terra Grow
     Terra Grow is a comprehensive information system for horticulturists and
     agriculturists providing reference materials on topics including pest and
     weed control, crop needs, seed selection, fencing, etc.

Virtual Orchard
     Provides a forum for research and extension projects dealing with      commercial apple production and marketing issues.

Australian Viticulture
Informative site for those interested in the wine industry.

Grape and Wine Research & Development Corporation
Responsible for investing in grape and wine research and development on behalf of the Australian wine industry.

Agweb
US rural site dedicated to supplying news and market information.

USDA Vegetable Laboratory
Information from the United States Department of Agriculture.

USDA National Statistics Services
Supplying information to American farmers.

US Agricultural Information
Your direct link to the American produce market.

US Meat Export Federation
Developing existing international markets for the US.

NZ Meat Producers Board
NZ Meat Board supplying R&D information, trade and access services.

ABC Rural News
Popular news show.

Rural Press
Covers rural news for NZ, USA and Australia.

Kondinin
Researching and surveying developments in the Australian market.

Agribusiness Association of Australia
Industry organisation committed to promoting Australia as a centre of
agribusiness excellence and competitiveness.

Australian Institute of Ag Science & Technology
Promoting the importance of research, development and training in
agri-industries.

Australian Women in Agriculture
A national organisation committed to raising the profile of women in agriculture and addressing rural and agricultural inequalities.

Country Women's Association of Australia
     A non-party political, non-sectarian and a not-for-profit organisation
     providing a diverse range of services and facilities for women across      Australia.

Farmwide
     Informative site covering a range of agricultural industries.

Infarmation
     WA site offering the latest market information, news and prices for
     various commodities.

GrantsLINK
     A helpful and informative site providing great information for those looking
     for Government funding.

Pasturalists and Graziers Association
     Western Australian organisation representing the interests of the state's
     agricultural producers.

Rural Transaction Centres
     The Rural Transaction Centres (RTC) Programme provides funding to help      small communities establish their own RTC to provide them with access
     to financial and telecommunications services, facilities for visiting
     professionals, printing, tourism services, etc.

Rural Women's Network
     Victorian-based support network enabling women in the state's rural
     areas to have a more active and influential role in government decisions      affecting their lives.

The Rural Book
     The Rural Book provides a comprehensive summary of Federal Government
     services and programs covering areas such as health, education, immigration,
     business and industry assistance, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues
     and community assistance.

Tractor and Machinery Association
     Industry organisation representing the interests of manufacturers,
     distributors and others involved with Australian agricultural machinery.

Bureau of Meteorolgy
Comprehensive site containing information on a wide range of weather
related topics.