General News

21/10/2025 - Honorary Scholarships Awarded

The Nuffield International board at their last meeting endorsed two Honorary scholarships for Ed Kee and Sally Thomson. Both will be presented with their award at the 2026 CSC. Ed is immediate past Preseident of Nuffield USA, and Sally is Executive Director of Nuffield Brazil. These two individuals, not Nuffield scholars themselves, believe wholeheartedly in our program and have worked tireless..

21/10/2025 - NEW REPORT PUBLISHED: Leading the Herd: AI, Insight, and the Next Agricultural Revolution

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly becoming one of the most transformative forces in global agriculture. In his newly published Nuffield International report, 2024 Nuffield International USA Scholar Paul Windemuller examines how AI is reshaping livestock production -- not as a single tool, but as a powerful system that enhances decision-making, productivity and resilience on farm. Through trave..

24/09/2025 - Change in Management Structure: Jodie Redcliffe, 2013 Scholar from Australia will be taking on role of CEO of Nuffield International exclusively

In announcing the change, Jodie said, "I have had wonderful support from alumni around the world, and from the Chair and Board of Nuffield International. I am very proud of the work I have been doing with Nuffield Australia for over 6 years and this work has been publically acknowledged by Nuffield Australia. I am now looking forward to throwing all my energies into continuing to serve Nuffield..

17/07/2025 - NEW REPORT PUBLISHED!! The Role of Trade Policy in Achieving Key Sustainability Outcomes in Agriculture by Patrick Wade 2023 United States Scholar

"Trade policy is one of the most powerful forces shaping global agriculture. If we want to achieve serious sustainability outcomes, we need to better understand how to align those policies with climate, economic, and production goals." - 2023 Nuffield International Scholar, Patrick Wade Leveraging Trade Policy for Sustainable Agriculture: Global Insights from a Nuffield Scholar A 2023 Nuffiel..

03/07/2025 - Restoring the Water Cycle: Regenerative Grazing in Semi-Arid Environments

"We cannot make it rain more -- but we can make better use of the rainfall we receive." - 2022 Nuffield International Scholar, Isidora Molina Prez de Castro Chilean veterinarian and regenerative agriculture consultant, Isidora Molina Prez de Castro, has released new global research highlighting how regenerative grazing can restore water cycles, build soil health, and create more profitable far..

23/06/2025 - Nuffield International Announces Inaugural Jim Geltch Award Recipients

MEDIA RELEASE 4 April 2025 Nuffield International Announces Inaugural Jim Geltch Award Recipients Nuffield International is excited to announce the recipients of the inaugural Jim Geltch Award for the Best Report of the Year, recognising outstanding contributions to global agricultural knowledge and leadership. Named in honour of Jim Geltch, a visionary leader whose dedication shaped ..

06/03/2025 - NEW REPORT PUBLISHED!! Toward Sustainable Livestock: Integrating Domestic Feed and Exports by Shinya Okazaki, 2022 Japanese Scholar

MEDIA RELEASE 7 February 2025 "Sustainable livestock production requires a shift in mindset--by integrating domestic feed sources and expanding export opportunities, we can create a more resilient, profitable, and environmentally responsible industry." - 2022 Nuffield International Scholar, Shinya Okazaki Sustainable Livestock: Reducing Imports, Cutting Emissions, and Boosting Exports ..

13/02/2025 - NEW REPORT PUBLISHED!! Ways to increase the economic sustainability of small and medium dairy farmers in Brazil by Carlos Zegwaard, 2021 Brazliian Scholar

MEDIA RELEASE 13 February 2025 "The key to a sustainable future for small and medium dairy farmers in Brazil lies in efficiency, value addition, and strong cooperative systems. By learning from successful global models, we can create a more resilient and profitable industry." - 2021 Nuffield International Scholar, Carlos Zegwaard Strengthening Brazil's Dairy Industry Through Efficiency a..

12/02/2025 - NEW REPORT PUBLISHED!! From Challenges to Potential: The Evolution of Hokkaido's Viticulture by Rikiya Ueno, 2023 Japanese Scholar

MEDIA RELEASE 13 February 2025 From Snow to Sauvignon: How Hokkaido's Wine Industry Can Thrive in a Changing Climate "Hokkaido has the terroir and the potential to become a globally recognised wine region, But to get there, we need to embrace innovation, mechanisation, and collaboration--just like other leading cool-climate wine regions have done." - Rikiya Ueno, 2023 Nuffield International ..

05/02/2025 - NEW REPORT PUBLISHED!! Soil improvement strategies based on local and high value organic inputs by Daro Mujica, 2023 Chilean Scholar

MEDIA RELEASE 5 February 2025 "Regenerative agriculture is not just about soil health; it's about creating a system that is sustainable, profitable, and resilient. By integrating high-value organic inputs, we can transform agricultural practices and ensure long-term productivity." -- 2023 Nuffield International Scholar, Dario Mujica Soil Regeneration Through High-Value Organic Inputs: L..