Did you know that native grains are naturally gluten free? It’s no wonder that native grains, such as Native Millets, Mitchell and Kangaroo grasses, have been used by First Nations for thousands of years as medicine and food; boasting significant health benefits.

Our First Nations Research Lead, Professor Troy Meston, and First Nations Engagement Lead, Geoff Reid, spent a week in Narrabri at the University of Sydney‘s grain research centre to learn of the benefits first-hand and to connect with the Gomeroi/Kamilaroi community, who are leading the latest in native grains research and returning native grains to local communities.

Troy and Geoff were invited to participate in yarning circles to hear from communities on the barriers to adoption, view the latest mechanisation prototypes lead by the University of Sydney, and to speak with Elders and communities about opportunities surrounding native grains.

“The harvest festival was a terrific insight into the benefits that native grains have for First Nations communities, and the many opportunities to engage with the community face-to-face were really special,” Professor Troy Meston said.

“We’re particularly excited about the Gomeroi Nation coming on onboard with the One Basin CRC to co-design a First Nations-led research project into native grains,” Professor Meston said.

“This will be an exciting opportunity that will investigate the routes to uplifting First Nations communities and returning Native Grains to the grass-roots, on-Country history it’s held with First Nations for thousands of years,” he said.

We’re excited to begin this chapter of collaboration with the #Gomeroi Nation. To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/gK_QXCVe

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