About us
AVS is the specialist, professional entity responsible for protecting and commercialising novel technologies created by the Agriculture Victoria Research branch (AVR) of the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA).
Our Role
AVS unlocks the unrealised value of Victoria’s agricultural industries to drive better economic, social and environmental outcomes. Together with AVR, AVS drives the value chain that flows from the needs of farmers to targeted research, investment and partnership, to delivery innovations to farmers and the agriculture industry.
Who We Are
AVS' Board of Directors, executive and operational structure recognises the commonality of goals between AVS and DEECA. The Company aims to provide a seamless interface with private sector collaborators and licensees to deliver an effective route-to-impact for the research and innovations of AVR.
Corporate Governance
AVS has a comprehensive governance framework to ensure the Company complies with its legal obligations, meets expected standards of propriety and delivers against its corporate responsibility to provide IP, commercialisation and collaboration support to DEECA.
Policies
AVS has a comprehensive set of policies, procedures and guidelines designed to protect the Company’s assets, uphold the integrity of its reporting systems, provide operational consistency and ensure compliance with legislation and Victorian Government policies.
AVS Values
We set the pace and lead commercialisation of AVR research and innovation. We are accountable for delivering credible, valuable and timely outcomes while managing risk. We strive to innovate to meet high standards of professional and ethical service delivery.
Careers
AVS is committed to applying merit and equity principles when appointing staff. Company recruitment processes ensure applicants are assessed and evaluated fairly and equitably based on the key selection criteria and accountabilities of vacant positions, without discrimination.