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Applications open for 2026 NT AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award
Territory women with bold ideas and a vision for the future of rural and regional Australia are invited to apply for the 2026 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award.Celebrating its 25th year, the Award is Australia’s leading platform recognising and supporting the leadership of women across rural, regional and remote businesses, industries and communities.
Round 2 Agricultural Value-Add Grant now open
Round 2 of the Agricultural Value-Add Grant program is now open, with eligible Northern Territory businesses able to apply for up to $50,000 in funding to develop or expand their value-add capabilities.
Strengthening biosecurity in the north through community science
The Territory’s 2025 Superstar of STEM and molecular biosecurity scientist, Dr Sonu Yadav, and molecular scientist Dr Asha Tonkin-Reeves have delivered more than 25 hands-on science workshops across 18 schools in far north Queensland, Western Australia, and the Northern Territory as part of the Community Science Project.
Economic Value and Growth of Crocodile Industry
The Territory Government, in partnership with the Crocodile Farming Association of the Northern Territory (CFANT), has released a new report, the economic value of the Northern Territory’s crocodile industry, which outlines pathways to support the sustainable economic growth of the NT crocodile farming industry.
Integrated Pest Management Workshop for NT vegetable growers
The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) is partnering with the Soil Wealth Project, Hort Innovation, the NT Farmers Association, VegNET and Elders to deliver a workshop on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for Territory vegetable growers.
Tropical Fruit Symposium to Shine Global Spotlight on Minor Fruits
The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, in partnership with International Tropical Fruits Network (TFNet), is proud to host the International Symposium on Tropical Fruits 2025 from 23-25 September 2025 at Charles Darwin University’s Danala Education and Community Precinct, Darwin.
From innovation to impact: NT’s Climate-Smart Agriculture project successfully concluded
The Northern Territory Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) has successfully concluded a two-year project aimed at increasing the adoption of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) practices to improve soil health, water use efficiency, and drought resilience among horticultural growers.
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries welcomes new CEO
Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Gerard Maley has announced the appointment of Amelia Vellar as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries.
Blueprint for sustainable agricultural growth released for the NT
The Northern Territory Government is backing sustainable and inclusive agricultural development across the Territory with the release of a major new report on how to unlock long-term growth in Northern Australia.
The NT Government has delivered the strongest animal protection reforms in Territory history, with new laws passing parliament on 2 September 2025.