A situational analysis for developing a rice industry in Northern Australia - Final report

This situational analysis seeks to : 

• assess the current and projected industry need for Australian rice
• explore feasible options for rice production in northern Australia
• influence policy development to ease access to rice genetic resources and biodiscovery
• develop strategic recommendations for the most critical next steps towards the development of a profitable, sustainable and socially beneficial northern Australian rice industry

Ten recommendations were developed to outline the most critical next steps in developing a successful and sustainable industry.