Cooperative Research Centre for Innovative Dairy
Overview
The Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) for Innovative Dairy Products is a seven-year $80 million research consortium set up by the dairy industry and the Commonwealth Government, and involves a number of Australia's leading research institutes and dairy companies.
The Commonwealth Government provides funding to the CRC, and members invest cash or give "in-kind" support in return for a share of the research results. We have over 90 scientists in six research institutes investigating dairy genetics, genetic markers, advanced breeding technologies and bioactives in milk.
Specific focus of company
Seeking investment partners
Core Business Definition
The CRC for Innovative Dairy Products undertakes biotechnology research to enhance the profitability of the dairy industry through development and application of new genetic technologies.
The CRC for Innovative Dairy Products has a critical mass of scientists working cooperatively across institutes and disciplines.
Specific areas of research expertise include capability to identify, sequence and assess functionality of genes; to develop genotyping tests to identify superior cattle strains; to develop genetic tests and apply these for development and commercialisation of novel and modified manufactured products from cows milk; and to identify and develop new bioactive components in milk.
Number of employees: 90+
Competitive Advantages
The CRC for Innovative Dairy Products has a critical mass of scientists working cooperatively across institutes and disciplines.
Specific areas of research expertise include capability to identify, sequence and assess functionality of genes; to develop genotyping tests to identify superior cattle strains; to develop genetic tests and apply these for development and commercialisation of novel and modified manufactured products from cows milk; and to identify and develop new bioactive components in milk.
Corporate Alliances/Partnerships
Australian Dairy Farmers Ltd (incorporating Australian Dairy Herd Improvement Scheme), Dairy Australia, Dairy Farmers Cooperative, Genetics Australia Cooperative Ltd,Probio Inc, Tatura Milk Industries Ltd, Australian National University, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Garvan Institute of Medical Research, Monash University, University of Melbourne, University of Sydney.
Partnering Opportunities
The CRC is actively seeking new global partners to share in this unique consortium undertaking world class genetic technology research. Partners participate in a creative and exciting scientific environment, gaining access to product opportunities.
Partnering Needs
The CRC is seeking organisations that can complement existing research capability or companies that are interested in commercialising the research outcomes.
Contact Details
| Contact person | Mr David Nation |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Chief Executive Officer |
| Address | Dairy Australia |
| 60 City Rd | |
| City/Suburb | Southbank |
| State | Victoria |
| service@dairycrc.com | |
| Phone | 03 9694 3777 |
