Anyone with an idea for a novel product, service or
technology that could be of value to the grains industry is being encouraged to
submit their concepts to the Grains Research and Development Corporation
(GRDC). GRDC, through its Innovation Investment program, is looking to capture
ideas and concepts from any field that have the potential to improve the
Australian grains industry.
GRDC Manager of Commercial Farm Technologies, Paul Meibusch,
says the GRDC is aiming to invest up to $1.5 million per year in this program,
with up to 10 short-term, proof-of-concept type projects to be contracted
annually. “The next round of applications is now open, and GRDC is welcoming
submissions from private or public organisations as well as individuals,
including potential co-investments with private companies,” Mr Meibusch said.