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Free R&D Training for QLD Agrifood SMEs 

Innovate to Grow: Agriculture, Food and Technology (QLD)

Applications are open for this free 8-week R&D training program for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) working on innovative solutions in agriculture, food and related technologies. The program is funded by the Queensland Government and delivered by CSIRO.

More CSIRO programs

ON Accelerate

Ready to be Australia’s next deep tech venture builder? Apply to join the next ON Accelerate program intake and access expert support, networks, and tools to launch your research-driven startup.

iPhD program

Australian based PhD students can now apply for industry-led research projects with real-world impact. Successful applicants receive $48,000 annually plus project support. Earn while you learn, build industry connections, and fast-track your future.

RUIC program

Queensland SMEs can access up to $50,000 in dollar-matched funding through the Regional University Industry Collaboration (RUIC) program - funded by the Queensland Government and delivered by CSIRO.

Kick-Start program

Our program for Australian-based start-ups and SMEs offers dollar-matched funding from $10,000 to $50,000 for collaborative research projects.

Webinars and events

21 August - STEM internships for WA's food and beverage sector: Information session. 

WA food and beverage businesses can access top STEM talent through the WA Food and Industry Collaboration (WAFEC) program. Join our info session to hear how the program works - and what it's like from those who've taken part. Register to attend.

Alum spotlight

Calmer pets, thanks to local innovation

CompaniCalm and CSIRO co-developed Australia's first local manufacturing process for alpha-casozepine, making a calming ingredient available as an affordable solution for anxious pets.

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