Jason Smith

Dr. Jason Smith is a Senior Research Fellow at the Gulbali Institute of Charles Sturt University, located in Central Western New South Wales. His work focuses on viticulture and whole plant physiology, particularly vineyard water balance, drought adaptation, and climate change impacts on grape production. He has collaborated internationally with institutions in Germany, New Zealand, and Australia, advancing sustainable viticulture practices.

Research Interests:

• Vineyard water use and drought adaptation
• Root growth interactions with cover crops
• Carbohydrate reserves and plant carbon balance
• Climate change effects on wine grape production

Awards:

• ASEV Best Viticulture Paper 2021
• ASVO Viticulture Paper of the Year Award 2014

Collaborations and Grants: Dr. Smith maintains partnerships with CSIRO, NSW Department of Primary Industries, and international universities. His research emphasizes practical applications, such as developing heatwave management strategies and improving irrigation techniques. Postgraduate students benefit from international collaboration opportunities through Charles Sturt University.

Labs and Teams: Active in the National Wine and Grape Industry Centre and the Biosecurity Research Program, focusing on sustainable agriculture and climate resilience.