Australian Centre for Sustainable Business and Development -Toowoomba (ACSBD)

University of Southern Queensland

Two researchers examine crops in a field

The Australian Centre for Sustainable Business and Development helps rural and regional business innovate and adapt by facilitating decision making that is informed by evidence. The Centre has five research programs delivering: entrepreneurial leadership and activity; innovative solutions for value added exports; farmer access to supply chains and growth capital; sustainable land and livestock management; and innovation in regional community development. We have engaged hundreds of small and medium enterprises through our ecoBiz partnership with industry and government, helping businesses to become more efficient, innovative competitive. By developing Asian export decision support tools, we facilitate the expansion of high value food product opportunities for Queensland beef and horticultural producers.

Website http://www.usq.edu.au/acsbd

Key science sectors

Strengths and capabilities

Business systems research
Agricultural export value chains
Evaluation of sustainability options and programs
Agribusiness and small business research
Social attitudes and values

Number of research staff

Upto 20 research staff

Address

Level 5, Q Block, University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba, 4350

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Organisation type

University Research Centre

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