Waite Research Institute

At WRI, we lead globally recognised innovation in agriculture, food and wine, fostering trans-disciplinary research, industry partnerships and sustainable futures.

We’re tackling global demand for food, fuel, and fibre through high-tech advances, conducting high-impact agricultural research that unites leading experts to drive innovation across the food and agriculture value chain. Our work, strongly aligned with the Agriculture, food and wine strategic research theme, advances sustainable farming systems, enhances industry resilience, and delivers high-quality, nutritious, and climate-smart outcomes that benefit communities locally and globally.

At WRI, we tackle global challenges in agriculture, food, wine, and natural resources, advancing crop resilience, sustainable farming, biosecurity, nutrition, and innovation through research, collaboration, and industry partnerships.

The Waite is Australia’s leading agricultural research precinct, driving innovation in plant biotechnology, cereal breeding, sustainable food production, wine, horticulture and natural resource sciences.

WRI researchers are world-leading experts spanning food, fibre, agriculture, wine and sustainability, strengthened by expertise in engineering, business, and economics. Together, they drive innovation, nurture future leaders, and deliver research that creates lasting impact across industries and communities globally.

At WRI, we connect researchers, industry, government, and communities to drive innovation and applied research, tackling global food, fuel, and fibre demand while strengthening Australia’s climate resilience through high-tech solutions.