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31.55 million investment in Territory Agribusiness and Primary Industry

  • July 10, 2017

$31.55 million investment in Territory Agribusiness and Primary Industry

The Department of Primary Industry and Resources (DPIR), announced approved funding for projects totalling $31.55 million at the Berrimah Farm research site.

Minister Vowles said the Berrimah Farm site has had no substantial investment in buildings and other infrastructure for nearly 20 years.

6.3 hectares of the Berrimah Farm site (now called Northcrest) was retained by the Northern Territory Government.

Today’s announcement cements the future of the Berrimah Research Farm.

Projects include:

  • Accommodation upgrades for existing and new staff
  • Upgrades to essential site infrastructure (water, sewer, roads, fencing)
  • Upgraded field laboratory facilities
  • A scientific services laboratory to replace the Berrimah Agricultural Laboratory and other associated infrastructure.

Minister Vowles said the masterplanning process included input from staff and consultants.