Address opportunities for prospective grain and legume crops. Preference will be given to project applications that are also supported by funds from industry sources. In 1999-2000 the Corporation funded specific projects for fifteen of these industries. Other individual projects covered a broad spectrum of species and their products. Funding continues on the commercialisation of native and feral animal products where enhancement of the environment and biodiversity are not threatened.
Specific projects are in progress for the kangaroo, emu, crocodile and camel industries.
Other projects continue in buffalo, dairy goats and milking sheep. Facilitate export market access and development. Strengthen development within and across industries by supporting creativity, innovation and integration along the value-added chain Assist in the development of business plans for some potential innovative animal industries. Communicate outcomes in final reports, at field days and industry meetings, and via media releases. Further developing safe, efficient and effective harvesting and processing systems.