This Grant round, themed "High Tech Innovation to Address Climate Change Challenges in the Agriculture Sector for Inclusive Development", is placing a strong emphasis on harnessing technology to combat climate change impacts within the agricultural domain. This strongly aligns to the broader Aus4Innovation program objective of supporting the inclusive and sustainable development of Vietnam’s Innovation System.   

The Grant commits to providing financial assistance ranging from AUD300,000 to AUD700,000 on a competitive basis, supporting dynamic partnerships between Australian and Vietnamese organisations that are at the forefront of agricultural innovation.

In the four previous rounds, the grants scheme has supported twelve projects to completion, with an additional three projects currently underway, demonstrating tangible results and progressive innovation in agricultural practices.

“Australia is committed to supporting Vietnam’s economic growth – and innovation in agriculture is a vital part of this,” said H.E. Gillian Bird, Australia’s Ambassador to Vietnam.

"Through these grants, we aim to advance Vietnam’s agricultural sector by addressing the pressing challenges of climate change, and supporting sustainable and inclusive development," Bird added.

Echoing this sentiment, Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Bui The Duy, remarked, “This meaningful support from the Aus4Innovation program enables Vietnamese researchers, innovators, and industry leaders to push the boundaries of technology, turning their innovative ideas into tangible solutions ready for broader application. This collaboration is a stride towards resilience and sustainability in our agricultural practices, tailored to grasp the opportunities that technology and innovations bring about.”

Aus4Innovation is a ten-year (2018-2028) AUD33.5 million flagship program aimed at strengthening Vietnam’s innovation system to support inclusive and sustainable socio-economic development. The program is funded by Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), co-funded and managed by CSIRO - Australia’s national science agency, and delivered in a strategic partnership with Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology.

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