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Publication-launch highlights outcomes from DAFM-funded research

Ahead of Science Week 2024, taking place from November 10-17, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with special responsibility for Research and Development, Martin Heydon announced the publication of ‘Pioneering Research Progress – Highlights from the 2017 and 2019 Research Awards’.
Catherine McGinn, assistant agriculture inspector with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon.

The 21 projects profiled in the publication reflect a broad range of areas, including climate action, environmental sustainability, safe and nutritious food processing, sustainable agriculture, and responsible forest management. 
Announcing the publication, Minister Heydon said the publication highlights scientific breakthroughs across a wide range of areas of interest from reducing greenhouse gas emissions to methods of improving soil carbon sequestration, innovative food processing technologies, and much more besides.
Besides the actual research outcomes, this publication also demonstrates the breadth of research that is taking place which serves to advance the development and sustainability of the agri-food, forest and bioeconomy sector.
“Science Week allows us to celebrate science in our everyday lives. This publication is a testament to the scientific discoveries that can be translated into real-world applications, driving innovation and value-add in our food system. I wish to express my appreciation to all the researchers, postgraduate students, technicians, industry partners, and stakeholders who contributed to these important projects”.