Research at the Graham Centre for Agricultural Innovation is investigating if adding calcium and magnesium to the diets of pregnant ewes can boost lamb survival.

The discovery of a parasite in carp in the Murray Darling Basin has prompted a CSU scientist to call for more research before the release of the carp herpes virus.

They may have a couple of cows or a few goats but research through the Graham Centre for Agricultural Innovation is focused on small landholder livestock producers, biosecurity and animal health surveillance.

Researchers from CSU are leading a $2.3 million project to assist small landholders in Pakistan to enhance pulse production.

Research into canola processing and the effect on bioactive components in the oil has earned a CSU PhD student international recognition.

The potential to target and destroy weed seeds when harvesting irrigated crops like rice, will be outlined by Graham Centre researcher Dr John Broster at an international symposium next week.

The snow covered landscape of Alaska is a world away from the Australian bush but that's where CSU researcher Dr David Jenkins is sharing his expertise in parasites in wildlife.

A new agreement between CSU and seven farming systems groups will foster research, development and extension opportunities to benefit farmers, businesses and agricultural students.

With a passion for science, agriculture and rural Australia, CSU research student Ms Lucy Watt will be recognised on Australia Day.