Craig Hornblow of AgFirst explains why orchard mechanisation is becoming increasingly important as labour becomes harder to source…
AgFirst and DPI NSW compare step/notch and crown-bark grafting methods for reworking established apple trees, including practical handling…
The Muralappi Orchard case study documents step/notch and crown-bark grafting on mature Pink Lady trees as a practical…
Future Orchards® trial on strategies for accelerating canopy establishment in young apple trees, with emphasis on measurable growth,…
Alberto Dorigoni presents fruiting-wall systems and how narrow canopies can improve light, access and compatibility with platforms and…
Future Orchards® trial comparing fumigation and bio-inoculant treatments in a Southern Victorian replant situation, with chloropicrin giving the…
Future Orchards® trial by Orchard Services examining whether pre-plant fumigation could improve young-tree growth where apples were replanted…
Future Orchards® trial by Orchard Services comparing fungicide programs for black spot control and demonstrating the value of…
Dr Mark Goodwin reviews practical apple pollination requirements, including compatible pollen, flowering overlap, bee activity and orchard layout,…
Industry business-case flyer explaining why coordinated pollination R&D matters for horticultural productivity, pollinator resilience and reliable fruit set…
Quick-reference apple pollination guidance covering compatible pollen, flowering overlap, bee activity, hive planning and the practical factors needed…
Practical pear pollination fact sheet covering pollen compatibility, bloom overlap, bee activity, orchard arrangement and the main factors…
A June 2013 AgFirst/DPI NSW trial examining whether simple, repeatable pruning rules can improve Royal Gala canopy consistency,…
A Goulburn Valley trial comparing pruning timings in Cripps Pink on MM106, measuring shoot growth and shoot number…
June 2013 Future Orchards® case study on applying simple, repeatable pruning rules at Jilba to improve canopy uniformity,…
