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🌱 We’re Growing the Future of Chickpeas - Join Us! 🌱 AGT is looking for a passionate and driven Chickpea Breeder to help shape the next generation of high‑performing chickpea varieties at our Narrabri breeding hub. In this role, you’ll play a key part in advancing Australia’s chickpea industry through cutting‑edge science and hands‑on breeding excellence. Key Responsibilities Include: • Designing, developing and co‑managing AGT’s Narrabri chickpea breeding program • Applying conventional genetics, molecular markers, genomic selection and advanced statistics • Leading and supporting technical staff in day‑to‑day breeding operations • Collaborating with internal and external researchers to ensure we’re adopting world‑class breeding science • Managing breeding program resources efficiently and effectively If you’re passionate about plant breeding, innovation and making a real impact in Australian agriculture, this could be your next big step. 🌾 Help us grow something great. See full job description here: loom.ly/3Wuqxpo

Crop Circle Research Plant Breeding team conducting Time of Sowing research on behalf of AGT in Yuna, WA. Now in its 6th year of generating data for the northern region. As a result of early planting research, the surrounding paddock has been planted to Denison wheat in mid April, filling an early seeding window not generally used for cereal crops and promising a high yield potential. @agtbreeding

New block clean up, rocks ripped out, gullies levelled & stumps gone. Long runs in order despite the steep elevation. TT canola the perfect first crop after a poor annual pasture, triazines ideal for a clean up.

Big news for Australian pulses! 🌾 Australian Grain Technologies (AGT) has been awarded the national chickpea breeding program following a competitive tender process led by GRDC, taking over from NSW DPIRD. This is a significant milestone for the industry and reflects AGT’s proven capability to deliver high-performing, commercially relevant genetics that support profitable and sustainable farming systems. Chickpeas are already a critical crop across northern NSW and Queensland, with pulses continuing to expand across southern regions and WA. As demand grows, so too does the importance of ongoing genetic improvement - particularly around adaptation, reliability and performance in diverse environments. AGT’s national footprint and established breeding platform position it well to build on over 50 years of chickpea germplasm development. With the program headquartered in Narrabri and supported by work in Western Australia, there’s a clear focus on delivering benefits to growers across the country. This transition also signals a broader shift towards private sector-led breeding investment, helping ensure long-term innovation and ongoing improvements in this important crop. Looking forward to seeing how this next chapter drives genetic gain and unlocks further value for Australian grain growers. See here for more information: loom.ly/IYZqF7M Pictured: L-R Dr Kristy Hobson - Chickpea Breeder NSW DPIRD, Tom Kapcejevs - Northern Crop Breeding Centre Manager AGT, Dr Ahsan Asif - Assistant Chickpea Breeder NSW DPIRD, Dr Adam Norman -Pulse Coordinator AGT #AGT #GRDC #Chickpeas #PlantBreeding #AgInnovation

🔬 New insights from CCDM reveal infection order matters. When yellow leaf spot (YLS) infects first, it primes wheat for septoria nodorum blotch (SNB) — but when SNB strikes first, it suppresses YLS. 🔗 Read here: buff.ly/2auFt9U @theGRDC @CurtinUni

"The order of fungal infection can influence disease severity and plant resistance" Our @theCCDM paper on fungal co-infection of wheat is out @PlantDiseaseJ. Collab @agtbreeding @DPIRDbroadacre @dionbenAGT @evan_j_john. Link below @theGRDC Groundcover.

🎙️Agriculture is so much bigger than most people realise. It’s not just farming - it’s data, science, tech, and everything in between. This week, James Walter from @agtbreeding shares more about his career, and what’s possible with a career in agriculture. Tune in Wednesday for this week's episode of #GRDCinConversation #GRDC #HumansOfAgriculture @humans_of_ag

James Walter, bioinformatics lead at @agtbreeding, works at the intersection of genetics, data science and plant breeding. In this episode of #GRDCinConversation, James takes us behind the scenes of the plant breeding pipeline, unpacking the journey from initial crosses in the glasshouse through to years of field trials, quality testing and eventual commercial release. 🎧 Listen now bit.ly/4dviAwo #GRDC #HumansOfAgriculture @humans_of_ag

Current seed availability of AGT wheat, durum, barley & lupin varieties for the 2026 cropping season: cdn.agtbreeding.com.au/docs/general/A…

New Job Opportunity: Field Technical Officer Wagga Wagga, NSW In this role, you will be working as part of a highly motivated team conducting agricultural research in the field based at our facility in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales. As a member of this specialised team, you will be working on aspects of conducting field research to support the breeding programs. Experience in trial work is desirable but not essential, as on the job training can be provided for the right candidate. For more about the role and to apply: loom.ly/ed5IDxM

Once again the #GRDCUpdates are fully fueled by barista made coffees, proudly sponsored by @agtbreeding

New Job Opportunity: Glasshouse Technical Officer Roseworthy, SA. Join us as a Glasshouse Technical Officer and you will be located at our world class Southern Crop Breeding Centre located in Roseworthy, South Australia. This state-of-the-art development showcases the very best in plant breeding facilities and technology. If you have an interest in broad acre field crops or love of plants, then this could be the role for you. For more about the role and to apply: loom.ly/dDAxJuM

@GRDC_NVT would like to announce that @agtbreeding’s AGT-Insurgent TT canola is now commercially available! For all the NVT results on yield, quality, and disease ratings head to nvt.grdc.com.au

Job Opportunity! Senior Full-Stack Developer Based in Roseworthy, SA As a Senior Full-Stack Developer, you’ll take ownership of AGT’s core platform, the RCS System (Laravel/Vue) This is a hands-on, end-to-end role where you’ll shape technical direction, from requirements and coding through to cloud deployment and operational support. You’ll work with modern frameworks, containerization, and cloud infrastructure while collaborating across the business to deliver robust, scalable solutions. See full description/apply here: loom.ly/KhK0a3Y

Job Opportunity! Plant Breeder - Wheat Based in Narrabri, northern NSW We are now seeking a plant breeder to work in our genetic improvement programme for wheat in northern NSW. The successful candidate will; ▪️Design, develop and co-manage AGT's Narrabri wheat breeding programme. ▪️Apply conventional genetics, molecular markers, genomic selection and advanced statistics within the AGT wheat breeding programme ▪️Lead technical staff in the implementation of the breeding programme ▪️Link with internal and external researchers to ensure AGT is consistently adopting the best breeding science ▪️Efficiently and effectively manage the resources of the breeding programme Get more information or apply now; loom.ly/M8bJ9gE

Thank you to our supporters in the 2025 winter variety trials @agtbreeding @agfseeds @RAGTAU LongReach Plant Breeders @AuSeednet , @pioneerseedsau @Intergrain @NufarmSeedsAU @PacificSeeds @BASF

AGT-Insurgent TT, a new open-pollinated (OP) canola variety developed by @agtbreeding, high yield, excellent oil content, and lower upfront risk compared to hybrid varieties. The name "Insurgent" reflects its role as a rebellious alternative to the "hybrid-only" canola market.

Having a look at new Udon noodle (ANW) variety 🌾AGT-Carnac @agtbreeding in production at Badgingarra.
Best suited to tougher tougher particularly in low-medium yielding environments & seasons.Elite yield, particularly in low-medium yielding environments.Ideal Zen replacement.

New Variety Support Manager for Victoria Australian Grain Technologies (AGT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rowan Prior as Variety Support Manager for Victoria. Rowan steps into the role following the departure of Rob Harris, who has led AGT’s Variety Support efforts in Victoria for the past eight years. Rowan brings over two decades of experience with AGT, having worked across various facets of the business, including breeding programs, technical support and stakeholder engagement. “I’m grateful for the opportunity and looking forward to establishing relationships with Victorian growers and advisers,” Rowan said. “It’s a great opportunity for me to transition within our company and I look forward to promoting the adoption of our high performing field crop varieties.” Dan Vater, AGT’s Head of Variety Support, Marketing & Communications, welcomed Rowan’s appointment: “Rowan has been part of the AGT family for more than 20 years, and his deep understanding of our breeding programs, attention to detail, and genuine connection with the farming community make him an ideal fit for this position. He brings a wealth of experience and a real empathy for the challenges that growers face, along with a strong commitment to the success of rural Australia. I have no doubt Rowan will be a fantastic asset to our team as he steps into this important role.” “I’m looking forward to working with Rowan as he settles into the position. It’s an exciting time for AGT and for Victorian growers, and I know Rowan will bring great energy, experience, and care to the role.” Dan also acknowledged the contribution of Rowan’s predecessor: “I’d also like to acknowledge and thank Rob Harris for his outstanding contribution over the past eight years managing Variety Support in Victoria for AGT. Rob has played a pivotal role in strengthening relationships with growers and industry partners, and representing AGT with professionalism and integrity.” With this appointment, Rowan will now be the main point of contact for all industry enquiries regarding AGT varieties in Victoria.

Current stock availability of AGT wheat, barley, durum, canola and lupin varieties for the 2026 season: loom.ly/EUQCtrM