Enhancing grower groups in the Australian sugar industry : final report BSS287

Author	Allsopp, PG
Date Accessioned	2012-11-14
Date Available	2012-11-14
Issued	2007
Identifier	http://hdl.handle.net/11079/1125
Abstract	Self-directed and self-funded grower groups in other Australian agricultural industries have demonstrated that participative R&D and action-learning processes can deliver knowledge, attitude and practice change at faster rates than conventional extension methods. Australian sugar-industry productivity groups have been slow to adopt these processes and concepts. The project aimed to establish and assist a pilot grower group that could demonstrate and communicate to the broader industry the issues and benefits of participative R&D, action learning, and group incorporation and self-funding.
Language	en
Part of Series	BSES Internal Report; 2007 No 1414 Report SD07007
Subject	Australian Sugar Industry
Subject	Extension Program
Subject	Action learning
Subject	Grower group
Title	Enhancing grower groups in the Australian sugar industry : final report BSS287

Knowledge and technology transfer and adoption [55]
Research outcomes: Research results and new technologies are communicated and transferred in an appropriate and timely manner across the industry value chain, supporting increased uptake of best-practice and innovative technology. A skilled advisory sector that drives the adoption of new technology. An industry knowledge base that incorporates and makes freely available the most up-to-date production methodologies to industry. Collaborative alliances, partnerships and networks that optimise synergies, integrate knowledge and share best-practices.