Intensive seed-production systems to commercialise native grasses in nthn Aust

OLD ABN-The State Of Queensland Acting Through The Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation

  • Project code: PRJ-000585

  • Project stage: Closed

  • Project start date: Friday, July 1, 2005

  • Project completion date: Friday, April 30, 2010

  • National Priority: NEPI-RD&E to generate benefit across several plant industries

Summary

Collect and assess for market suitability and seed production a wide range of ecotypes of six native grasses with identified market potential. Identify and progress to commercial status one or two elite ecotypes of each species through: developing appropriate seed crop management practices; provision of foundation seed for industry; and developing suitable extension resources and providing extension services.

Program

New and Emerging Plant Industries

Research Organisation

OLD ABN-The State Of Queensland Acting Through The Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation

Objective Summary

Collect and assess for market suitability and seed production a wide range of ecotypes of six native grasses with identified market potential. Identify and progress to commercial status one or two elite ecotypes of each species through: developing appropriate seed crop management practices; provision of foundation seed for industry; and developing suitable extension resources and providing extension services.