The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is seeking grain growers, agronomists, researchers and agricultural industry stakeholders keen to ensure Australian grains research delivers impact for the sector.

GRDC is a leading grains research organisation, responsible for planning, investing in and overseeing research, development and extension (RD&E) to create enduring profitability for Australian grain growers. The organisation invests more than $200 million annually on behalf of growers to drive the discovery, development and delivery of cutting-edge innovation to the Australian grains sector.

Applications are currently open for positions on GRDC’s three regional panels for the northern region (Queensland and New South Wales), southern region (South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria) and western region (Western Australia).

Regional panels provide a vital link between the broader grains sector and GRDC, and help to identify, prioritise and support RD&E investments that address regional constraints and opportunities impacting farm profitability.

GRDC Managing Director Nigel Hart says the regional panel system plays a pivotal role ensuring GRDC invested in research that delivered for growers.

“The regional panels have a critical position in engaging with and listening to growers, advisers, researchers and industry stakeholders to understand the constraints and opportunities that are influencing farm returns and bringing that information back to GRDC,” Mr Hart said.

We are seeking regional panel members with strong connections within the grains sector, an understanding of the industry and the willingness and time to make a difference when it comes to contributing to Australian RD&E. We want innovative, open-minded people, who have an understanding of the grains sector and the ability to engage and connect with others.

Mr Hart said diversity was an essential ingredient for the success of the panels, with growers, advisers, researchers, plant breeders, supply chain leaders and other industry experts encouraged to apply.

Applications for the GRDC regional panel positions close on April 4, 2025. Successful applicants will start the part-time positions from September 1 and appointments will be for two years.

If you are interested and would like to find out more about the regional panels, you can go to the GRDC Panels page. For specific details about the position criteria and applications go to the GRDC Careers page or email RP2025@grdc.com.au.

Watch the video GRDC regional panels | 2025 applications now open which explains the role of GRDC regional panels.