Our annual conference #24CFConf kicked off today. A special thanks to partner ACIAR and CEO Wendy Umberger for invaluable support

Opening our conference Pat Conroy MP Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 🇦🇺 notes important position of our 30 years of conferences and bringing attention to today’s deeply relevant program #24CFConf ACIAR CGIAR

Wonderful to have Pat Conroy MP Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 🇦🇺 present Dr Tony Fischer with Crawford Fund Medal at #24CFConf - a life making an impact on food security through wheat research, and mentoring the next generation. ACIAR CIMMYT

Co-design with local stakeholders can be transformative, driving impact and scale explains Ismahane Elouafi @cgiar in keynote presentation at #24CFConf with session chair ACIAR CEO ACIAR

Press release on keynote address at #24CFConf by Ismahane Elouafi CGIAR crawfordfund.org/wp-content/upl…

Press release on Sir John Crawford memorial address by Line Gordon Stockholm Resilience Centre #24cfconf crawfordfund.org/wp-content/upl…

What an impressive address from Dr Ismahane Elouafi, MD of CGIAR , on the imperative for codesign & collaboration to deliver transformational international ag R&D that addresses resilience in our global food system #24cfconf #foodsecurity

Importance of strong channels of communication around ag policy to speed up the transition to impacts and benefits says Dr Wahida Maghraby at #24cfconf with examples of ACIAR projects in Indonesia

Bringing science and community together on climate info - finding a common language and exploring innovative ways to communicate effectively shown by Dr Uday Nidumolu CSIRO with example of musical in India to assist farmers on climate change adaptation strategies #24cfconf

At the 30th Crawford Fund Conference, ACIAR CEO Prof Wendy Umberger chaired the keynote presentation. Ismahane Elouafi Dr Ismahane Elouafi highlighted the role of partnership in tackling food security challenges. The Crawford Fund #24CFConf

What a fantastic time at the #IWC2024Perth early career researcher & student career pathways panel and networking social event! It was wonderful to connect with so many fellow researchers and exchange ideas. Excited to see where these connections will lead us in the future!

A beautiful day to visit UWA’s Ridgefield Farm, home to the Best Practice Farming Project.

Delighted to host His Excellency Chris Dawson, Governor of Western Australia, at UWA’s Ridgefield Farm in Pingelly. Governor Dawson was introduced to various research initiatives carried out at the Farm by UWA scholars supporting innovation in the agricultural sector.

👩‍🎓WA Scholars share their journey at the #24CFConf! Bringing together experts and #NextGen to tackle challenges in agriculture for development. Get inspired by their reflections 👉 buff.ly/3YdroPC #NextGenAg4D

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Prof Alan Robson-a great teacher, agric scientist, leader, vice chancellor, and humble human being. Alan has made a huge impact in Australian & international higher education. I have known Alan for over 42 years. Will miss him dearly. RIP

Today we honour the life and legacy of Professor Alan Robson: a generous leader, brilliant agricultural scientist, and former VC of #UWA. He was a great friend to & supporter of The UWA Institute of Agriculture, and his passing marks a profound loss for many. Read more below. linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

Workshop on Soil sample collection for nutrient analysis to understand soil health in #cassava based cropping system (and other upland cropping systems) (5-7 November) @NAFRI. Thanks to #Crawford fund Western Australia Committee. ACIAR Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT

SA Soil Science Soil Science Australia NZ Soc Soil Science NSW Soils Unit Soils For Life Soil CRC International Union of Soil Sciences ISRIC - World Soil Information Agronomy, Crop, and Soil Science Societies SoilsWest The print edition of Australian Soil and Land Survey Field Handbook is available in flexibound format, perfect for taking into the field. This title is also available as a free eBook – download your copy and never be without this essential reference: publish.csiro.au/book/8129/

😱 Attention ACT, NSW, NT, VIC and WA! We have extended the deadline for our 2025 Student Awards to Monday 26 May! Start your application today 👉 buff.ly/aRhhJYg #NextGenAg4D #foodsystems @RAIDnetwork @ACIARaustralia Shaun Coffey 🚢

A $10 million project is set to transform how Australian agriculture understands & addresses #soilhealth – creating a standardised, cross-sector approach. CSIRO will lead the development of a Soil Health Framework tailored to Australian production systems. Read more: