2020 APAL Awards for Excellence – Nominations now open!
March 4, 2020The APAL Awards for Excellence are a fantastic way to acknowledge and recognise the outstanding contributions of those who…
Determining our own transformation
December 10, 2019Summer inevitably brings a feeling of ‘Where has the year gone?’, but this year it seems especially so…
Key dates for your calendar in 2020
December 4, 2019APAL works year round to deliver a strong array of events to keep growers informed and boost productivity…
Multi-million program to net improved apple and pear productivity
November 27, 2019Apple and pear growers in Victoria and SA will soon be able to access funds to install new…
New technologies, advocacy, and looking forward
November 20, 2019Michele Allan presented this speech to the APAL AGM on 14 November 2019. Welcome everyone and thank you…
Nets slim defence against flying foxes
September 4, 2019Flying foxes are considered keystone species in the Australian landscape. However, they have significant impact on orchards…
APAL Leads Calls for National Netting Program
May 8, 2019Record temperatures, devastating storms and drought-related pest infestations have prompted the apple and pear industry to call for…
Looking after workers, looking after business
March 12, 2019“Protecting the rights of workers is essential to the future profitability and sustainability of Australian agriculture,” – APAL…
CEO Report – Tackling labour issues requires dual approach
January 9, 2019“Once in a 100-year’ storm strikes twice On the brink of a new year, this is not the…
Visa changes announced
November 5, 2018The Prime Minister has announced changes to the Working Holiday Maker and Seasonal Workers Programme (SWP) visas growers…
