Ayr Research Facility

Agri-Science Queensland, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries

The Ayr Research Facility is 43 ha facility located in the Dry Tropics of north Queensland, which represents most of Northern Australia. It provides opportunities for research, development and extension of tropical horticultural, tree and field crops across a broad range of species and commodities.

Website https://www.daf.qld.gov.au/contact/offices/stations-facilities/ayr

Key science sectors

Strengths and capabilities

Located in Australia's Dry Tropic zone
Climate allows winter trials of temperate summer crops
Located in a major horticultural area
Security of tenure for long term activities
Unlimited supply of good quality water
Predictable climate enhances the reliability of results
Sufficient land area to allow for best practices in crop rotation
Close access to road, rail, air and sea transport systems

Facilities and major equipment

43ha of alluvial sandy loam
Research laboratory, glasshouse and cold rooms
Drying ovens, weighing and grinding facilities
Chemical store with modern spraying equipment
Sheds including mechanical workshop and machinery shed
Specialist planting equipment for small plots to large areas
Small plot harvestor

Number of research staff

Up to 20 research staff

Address

343 Old Clare Road, Ayr QLD 4807

Organisation type

Queensland Government – Partner

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