Collaboration, capability and development

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Research outcomes: A highly skilled industry workforce with the knowledge and capability to meet current and future needs of the industry. Connected and respected, both domestically and internationally. Motivated industry participants who promote an enthusiastic approach to solving industry issues.

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Assessing the real nitrogen benefits to subtropical cane from soybean break crops : Final report 2016/404
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2018) Rose, TJ
Soybeans grown as a break crop in subtropical cane rotations can fix substantial amounts of nitrogen (N), some N remains in residues even after the bulk of N has been removed in harvested beans. However, there is concern among growers and advisors that much of this N may be subsequently lost over the winter fallow period prior to cane planting in spring. This project measured the amount of N fixed in cane paddocks and quantified N lost from soybean residues over the 2017 winter fallow in three fields differing in soil type.
Assessment of investment by in selected projects : Final report SRD007
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 2006)
The Sugar Research & Development Corporation (SRDC) required benefit-cost analyses (BCAs) to be undertaken on six of their recently completed investments. Information from the original project proposal, milestone reports, final reports and relevant correspondence was extracted from the appropriate SRDC files and relevant published papers and reports and other material were assembled. Principal Investigators for each project were also consulted. Each of the six case studies provides a description of the project background, objectives, activities, costs, outputs, outcomes, benefits, quantification of benefits and results.
Assessment of NutriSmart, a new environmentally friendly fertiliser in the Herbert River sugar-growing region
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 2006) Crisp, C
"In recent years Australian cane growers have sought to maintain viability and world competitiveness in an increasingly tougher export market environment by adopting new farming practises which are more profitable and sustainable” (www.canegrower.com.au). In addition the industry is confronting the ever increasing pressure of potential environmental issues, particularly with regards to nutrient losses and influence on sensitive ecosystems, such as the Great Barrier Reef Lagoon.
Building capacity to lead and implement regional transformation in the sugar industry : Final report CSR029
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 2004) Livingstone, G
This project arose from an emerging need to increase the capacity of leaders at all levels of the Australian Sugar Industry and its supporting communities. Specifically, the industry was going through a period of substantial change in technical and organisational systems in response to the need to build its international competitiveness and sustainability. New skill sets were seen to be necessary in order to achieve required changes in the organisation of sectors within the industry including changes to practices within individual organisations and developing new ways of working together with a whole of value chain approach.
Building future industry leaders : Final report ACF003
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2014) Puglisi, G; Sheppard, A
The project sought to ensure that the future leaders in sugar are prepared to become the new face of the industry by allowing them to complete a the Foundations of Directorship course, facilitated by the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) as well as take part in an industry mentoring-style program.
Building grower capacity in steps : Final report REL001
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 2008) Roberts, K
When research began with this group, the group had two main aims. One was to have an outward focus by expanding and become involved with the industry and community and the other to continue with innovative farm trials. Energy for the first aim waned and with it, energy for this project. Even though this project ended early and did not reach its full potential as intended, there was a significant amount of learning between researchers and group members. A lot was learnt about what was involved in implementing group members’ vision of an expanded group, the benefits that this will bring and the steps needed to implement the vision.
CANEGROWERS strategy for women and teams : Final report CMC001
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 2007) McGowan, C; Deguara, J; Mullins, R
This report outlines the results of a project to address the issue of women in leadership roles with the sugar industry in Queensland. The aim of the project was to increase participation of women and other members of the farm family business team, as active members, in leadership roles within the organisation CANEGROWERS through.
Conflict over land use - urban development or sugar farms? : occasional paper 01/99
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 1999) Palu, L
The Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC) funds research and development projects aimed at improving industry competitiveness. Urbanisation has been identified as a threat to the Australian sugar industry’s longterm sustainability. SRDC commissioned Agri-focus Pty Ltd to research ways of resolving urban/rural conflict. The researchers found that tackling negative perceptions about the sugar industry and positively positioning the industry at the local level can resolve damaging conflict. This Occasional Paper outlines methods of achieving this.
Continuous improvement and innovation workshop : final report WS008
(2005) Tims, J
Reports and programs associated with the sugar industry have highlighted significant needs and opportunities for the industry including: ~ The need for significant performance improvement across all sectors ~ Effective transfer and implementation of best practices in relation to farm performance, harvesting and mill performance ~ Commitment to implementing best practice extension methods ~ Increasing the efficiency of industry bodies ~ Adoption of "whole-of-system" solutions, to enhance revenue and cost efficiency, and to facilitate environmental and social sustainability across the industry chain. These needs and opportunities pose a significant challenge to sugar industry R&D and extension (RD&E) service providers to improve their own performance, while also supporting their clients to achieve improved performance. A 12 month Continuous Improvement and Innovation (CI&I) program was proposed for people involved in sugar industry RD&E. The aim of the program was to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of R&D and extension services in the sugar industry through building the capacity of participants in continuous improvement and innovation (CI&I). The objective was to deliver a workshop on the principles, processes and tools of continuous improvement and innovation (CI&I) to up to 20 sugar industry service providers, with support over a 12 month period for participants to apply the skills and knowledge learnt in the workshop. Overall, the program achieved its aim and objective, but was less successful in achieving some of the higher leverage benefits targeted at the beginning of the project such as: ~ The involvement of the right proportion of practitioners, leaders and managers ~ The implementation of an effective and efficient R&D and extension service system. A system design was documented, but no action was taken to purposefully use it to implement a more effective and efficient service system. ~ The design of services to equip and support customers to continuously improve and innovate their thinking, and their on-farm practices, processes and systems. Program participants focused on improving existing services or successfully implementing new projects, rather than on leading the design and implementation of CI&I services for/with customers.
Cultural imprint : final evaluation report
(Sugar Research Australia Limited, 2007) Botha, N; Coutts, J; Plowman, I
In 2004, the SRDC funded ‘Cultural Imprint’ project, a collaborative joint venture between CSR Sugar, CANEGROWERS Herbert River, the Australian Mechanical Cane Harvesters Association and BSES Ltd. The objectives of the project were to:
Developing the leadership capacity of the Australian Sugar Industry : Final report LDI001
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 2008) Phillips, C
Young members of the Australian Sugar Industry see themselves as being isolated from the decision-making process, primarily because they don’t understand the process but also due to a lack of investment in developing skills in this area. The industry is foregoing the benefits of having all industry sectors contribute to this process.
Developing the vision of the Tully Sugar Industry : Final report CG002
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 2004) Lucy, P
The project was successful in involving the community and industry sectors in a project which addressed the viability of an important industry facing a crisis. Community involvement provided an increased level of understanding of issues, and a recognition that all sectors needed to work closer together on issues, which were within their control.
Establishing a million tonne harvesting co-operative : Final report HGP001
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 2006) Tickle, A
The aim of the project was to form a million tonne harvesting co-operative in the Broadwater Sugar Mill area involving the amalgamation by way of merger of 7 registered harvesting groups with the option for 2 current harvesting contractors to become part of the proposed one river co-op.
Evaluation of selected project clusters in the R&D portfolio : Final report BCA002
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 2010) Chudleigh, P; Lai, J; Simpson, S; White, B
This report presents the results of economic analyses of clusters of investments within the Sugar Research & Development Corporation’s (SRDC’s) research and development portfolio.
Evaluation of the impact of investment in sugar research and development
(1998)
The study undertaken for BSES, SRDC and SRI has established that the investment of resources in RD&E is effected in a manner that is providing significant benefits to the sugar industry. This has been demonstrated through various components of this 1998 impact study.
Evaluation of the impact of the Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC)
(1993)
This report presents the results of an evaluation of the impact of the SRC and the SRDC since the formation of the SRC in November 1987. The study was initiated by the SRDC in response to their commitment to undertake an independent review. The first part of the study included consultation with major industry bodies representing the sugar industry as well as the major R & D providers including the BSES and the SRI. The perceptions of the SRDC's performance by these bodies as well as facts concerning changes in funding and direction of R & D are reported. Opinion is expressed by the study team on the performance concerning the role, leadership, planning, funding and strengths and shortcomings of the SRDC, bearing in mind its short existence to date. A second part of the study was an examination of the impacts of 20 projects randomly selected from the portfolio of projects funded by the SRDC and its predecessor over the period 1988\89 to 1992\93.
Far North Queensland Sugar Industry Task Force (FNQSITF) : Final report SN002
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 2002) Grey, J
The Far North Queensland Sugar Industry Task Force (FNQSITF) was formed on the 16th June 2000 when it held its first meeting. Its objectives were to plan and implement ways of improving the situation in the sugar industry that at the time was in a parlous financial state. Task Force members and the SRDC provided the funding.
Farm health and safety tools for the Sugar FMS framework : Final report FMS008
(Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC), 2006) Pawsey, M; Holloway, S
The main issue being addressed by this project was a practical need for workplace health and safety (WHS) information specific to the sugar industry, a complex issue only lightly addressed within the environmentally focussed Sugar FMS program. Regional CANEGROWERS from Bundaberg and Burdekin in particular recognised this issue and had been accumulating relevant material for some time. This project enabled them to compile this information into a format compatible with the broader FMS materials, incorporation of the material by Agrecon, with testing and feedback provided by growers.
Generation Next Forum : Townsville evaluation report
(2006) Phillips, C
The Generation Next Forum resulted in approximately fifty young people from all sectors of the Australian Sugar Industry identifying practical commitments they could contribute to the future of the industry. The Generation Next Forum was conducted in Townsville between the 15th and 17th of February 2006. Approximately thirty senior industry leaders were also involved in the Forum, both gaining an understanding of the delegates’ perspectives and resourcing them with information and knowledge. The industry leaders also made commitments to continue to invest in the development of delegates through practical initiatives. The Forum provided opportunities for delegates to gain exposure to ideas, perspectives, skills and opportunities from a wide range of industry stakeholders and several from outside of the sugar industry.
Grower Group Network : Final report
(2012) Trendell, C; Muscat, J; Aylward, C
SRDC commenced funding Grower Group Innovation Projects (GGIPs) in 2005 engaging with Grower Groups, this new funding stream required a higher level of support and management services, than had been traditionally offered by SRDC.