Case Studies

Case Studies

Every year, RMCG consultants deliver diverse projects in the areas of agriculture, environment and communities across Australia. The case studies below outline how we have applied our expertise and insight to drive sustainable resource use and create positive change for our clients.

National Agriculture Day profile: Lauren Jones

15 NOV 2024

For Lauren, her role as an agribusiness consultant begins around a farmer’s kitchen table where she helps to start the “farm business conversation” between all members of the family. RMCG Con...

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Mapping the workforce of Australian agriculture

25 SEP 2024

‘Mapping the workforce of Australian agriculture’ – a project funded by AgriFutures Australia and led by RMCG in collaboration with all the Research Development Corporations (RDCs) and the Natio...

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A new guideline for onsite wastewater management

25 SEP 2024

Onsite wastewater management systems (OWMS), also known as septic systems, are used on residential, community and business premises to treat sewage or other human-derived wastewater, which is then dis...

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Hort growers to benefit from industry benchmarking programs

16 NOV 2023

Participating in an industry benchmarking program is a simple way to take stock of your business performance, identify opportunities to improve your bottom line and ensure your business is operating a...

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Supporting resilient farming in Tasmania

31 OCT 2023

Farming businesses in Tasmania can now receive specialised training and coaching to plan for and manage future risks to their business, make good decisions when things change suddenly, understand the ...

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A plan for plastic waste in agriculture

26 MAY 2023

The National Agricultural Plastics Stewardship Scheme was one of 24 projects funded under the National Product Stewardship Investment Fund (NPSIF) and a key initiative of the National Waste Policy...

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National roadmap launched to guide waste management in ag, fisheries and forestry

08 MAY 2023

Developed by RMCG, the National Waste and Resource Recovery Roadmap is one initiative developed through AgriFutures Australia’s Pre-Farm Gate Waste Program. Since 2021, the program has worked to al...

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Victorian guideline for irrigation with recycled water

02 FEB 2023

Irrigation has become a vital component of Victoria’s recycled water management. The reuse of recycled water via irrigation has grown steadily in the last two decades and will continue to be an impo...

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Zero Waste Event Guide focuses on sustainability

30 APR 2021

Whether it's a farmer's market or a multi-day music festival, events of all sizes and types often produce a large amount of litter and waste through disposable cups and plates, bottles, napkins, food,...

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Modelling the social and economic value of river flows in Geelong

08 SEP 2022

The Barwon River in Victoria is one of Geelong’s most significant natural assets. However, it has been experiencing declining flows due to the impacts of climate change and growing regional demand. ...

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Opportunities for CALD communities in agriculture

22 MAR 2023

People from CALD backgrounds make up a minimum of 11% of Australia's agricultural workforce. However, an opportunity exists to capture their diverse skills, experience and ideas to fill skills gaps in...

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High-tech horticulture in Australia: What could it look like?

08 FEB 2022

In 2021, RMCG's team of horticulture experts and economists worked with the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and global urban agriculture consultancy Agritecture to investigate effective urban f...

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