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The Australian: "A group of scientists and economists are offering a win-win for farmers in a $13m project using solar panels to capture – and simultaneously block – the sun."

An Australian-first research project installing floating solar panels on irrigation dams could revolutionise irrigated agriculture by mitigating evaporation and generating energy.

CRDC is on the lookout for a dynamic Innovation Broker to join the team, managing a pivotal portfolio of R&D investments under our strategic plan, Clever Cotton.

Local ideas can make a big difference. CRDC’s Grassroots Grants program offers up to $10,000 for Cotton Grower Associations to deliver projects that build skills, share knowledge and strengthen regional cotton communities.

CRDC recently welcomed international and Australian cotton leaders to Narrabri to discuss key global challenges and opportunities for the industry.

The Cotton Low Emission Intensity Farming Systems project (CottonLEIFS) is about facilitating the transition on-farm in line with what makes sense for the grower’s business.

Applications are open for Nuffield Australia’s 2026 farming scholarship, with cotton growers urged to apply.

A new team of CottonInfo Regional Extension Officers (REOs) is now in the field, connecting research, growers and industry across Australia’s cotton regions.

Making data a powerful tool for the entire Australian cotton industry is one step closer, with work to create the cotton industry data platform soon to begin.