Meringa Sugar Experiment Station, Agricultural research station in Cairns Region, Australia
Description
The Meringa Sugar Experiment Station is an agricultural research facility in the Cairns Region that occupies a large property with laboratories, offices, and specialized buildings for sugarcane research. The grounds hold experimental plots where scientists develop new varieties and test growing methods.
History
The station opened in 1917 as Queensland's first entomological research site studying insect pests that affected crops. It later became a sugarcane research center developing new plant varieties.
Culture
The facility stands on traditional Yidinjdji land, and visitors can see how scientific work shaped Queensland's sugar industry through its contributions and the structures that remain.
Practical
Access is usually limited to guided tours or special occasions since this is an active research facility. Check ahead and arrange a visit in advance to ensure you can see the site.
Did you know?
The facility includes specialized greenhouses with photoperiod control systems that allow researchers to adjust light conditions and breed new varieties under precise settings. These unique buildings make it possible to complete breeding work that would otherwise take much longer.
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