Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) College Road, Sandy Bay, Tasmania 7005

Welcome to the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA), a specialized institute at the University of Tasmania dedicated to advancing the agricultural industry in Tasmania. Located in Sandy Bay, College Road, TIA is committed to delivering highly relevant research that directly benefits the Tasmanian agriculture industry.

With a focus on industry development, research, and education, TIA strives to enable Tasmanian food producers and processors to accelerate primary sector productivity while maintaining and improving the land and water quality for future generations. Our institute emphasizes industry-relevant research and development, encourages the adoption of findings by the industry, and delivers educational offerings tailored to Tasmania's needs. We offer programs such as the Bachelor of Agricultural Science and provide training for higher degree research candidates who play a vital role in the industry's future prosperity.

At TIA, we understand the importance of fostering close relationships across the agriculture and food value chain at local, national, and international levels. These connections ensure that our research and education priorities align with industry needs and aspirations. As a joint venture between the University of Tasmania and the Tasmanian Government, TIA was formed in 1997, bringing together the resources of both entities to create a powerhouse of scientific research and teaching capacity.

To ensure the relevance and effectiveness of our work, TIA's activities are monitored and evaluated by an Advisory Board comprising senior representatives from the University of Tasmania, Tasmanian Government, and industry stakeholders. This board advises on the strategic direction of our research, development, and extension activities, contributing to and endorsing our Strategic Plan. We are committed to progressing actions outlined in the Tasmanian Government's RD&E White Paper, "Growing Tasmanian Agriculture – Research, Development and Extension for 2050."

To showcase our achievements, TIA produces an annual Highlights Report, which features key outcomes from our research, industry development, and education endeavors. This report also includes a comprehensive list of research projects and publications, demonstrating our dedication to supporting Tasmania's agriculture and food sectors while ensuring the preservation and improvement of our land and water quality for future generations.

As a statewide organization, TIA conducts research throughout Tasmania, with teaching and learning activities taking place in Hobart and Launceston. From 2024, our headquarters will be based in Launceston as part of the Tasmanian Agricultural Precinct. We can be reached via telephone at 61 3 6226 2121 or through email at tia.enquiries@utas.edu.au. Our postal address is Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture, Locked Bag 1325, Launceston, Tasmania, 7248.

We also have physical addresses in various locations. In Launceston, our physical address is University of Tasmania - Building S Old School Road, Newnham Campus, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250. In Hobart, you can find us at the Life Sciences Building, College Rd, Sandy Bay, Tasmania, 7005. In Burnie, our physical address is 16-20 Mooreville Road, Burnie, Tasmania, 7320. In Prospect, our physical address is 165 Westbury Road, Prospect, Tasmania, 7250.

Additionally, TIA operates several farms across Tasmania, offering postgraduate study opportunities and high-impact research activities. Our Cradle Coast campus is located at 124 Nunns Road, Elliott, Tasmania, 7325, with Farm Manager Bradley Millhouse reachable at 0408 436 357 or Bradley.Millhouse@utas.edu.au. Our Forthside campus is situated at 124 Forthside Road, Forthside, Tasmania, 7310, with Farm Manager Doug Clarke available at 0437 189 247 or DD.Clark@utas.edu.au.

For any inquiries, please feel free to contact us at 61 3 6324 5600 or tia.enquiries@utas.edu.au. Our postal address for the Cradle Coast campus is Private Bag 3523, Burnie Tas 7320, and our physical address is 124 Nunns Road, Elliott, Tasmania, 7325. For the Prospect campus, our postal address is Private Bag 1375, Prospect, Tasmania, 7250, and our physical address is 165 Westbury Road, Prospect, Tasmania, 7250.

Thank you for visiting the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture. We look forward to working together to advance Tasmania's agricultural industry and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.