Michael Scobie

Mr. Michael Scobie is a Lecturer in Agricultural Technology at the School of Agriculture and Environmental Science, University of Southern Queensland. With dual qualifications in Science and Engineering from USQ, he contributes to research in irrigation efficiency, water conservation, and climate-resilient agricultural systems.

• Member, Engineers Australia
• Member, Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand
• Member, Australia National Committee for Irrigation and Drainage
• Affiliated with Institute for Resilient Regions, Centre for Agricultural Engineering, and Centre for Applied Climate Sciences

His research focuses on irrigation optimization, evaporation mitigation, and sustainable water management in agricultural contexts. Key themes include precision irrigation technologies, climate adaptation strategies, and experiential learning in agricultural education.

Recent publications emphasize water conservation techniques in diverse settings (Queensland, Bangladesh, Vietnam), evaporation control from storages, and knowledge management systems for broadacre cropping. His work integrates engineering solutions with environmental sustainability.

Professional affiliations include memberships with Engineers Australia, Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand, and the Australia National Committee for Irrigation and Drainage.