Ripening pears after 1-MCP treatment
March 18, 2026Gordon Brown reviews Portuguese research investigating the use of 1-NAA to reverse the inhibition of ripening in pears…
Counting down to harvest – crop load metrics throughout the season
January 28, 2026Gathering crop load metrics from the pruning stage right through to harvest, and using those numbers and data…
A fitting tribute to an outstanding contributor
October 15, 2025Chris Fairless from Kyabram Cold Storage in the Goulburn Valley has been recognised by APAL for his tremendous…
Growing for quality, tonnage and export in South Africa
June 25, 2025For 21 Australian and international growers and industry professionals, the 2025 Future Orchards® International Tour to South Africa…
Best practices to control Alternaria and Glomerella road-tested in Queensland
November 13, 2024The first round of the Future Orchards® Trial Incubator is now complete and the findings of the projects…
Test the potential of hot climate varieties on your orchard
May 8, 2024Key points Breeding program for Hot Climate resilience, started in 2002 Testing material available at no charge (restricted…
Homegrown soil carbon – soil carbon basics
May 1, 2024Understanding soil carbon is fundamental to improving orchard soil health. Key definitions Soil organic matter (SOM) is any…
Future Orchards Harvest Series 2024 wrap
March 27, 2024The Future Orchards® Harvest Orchard Series for 2024 concluded in Western Australia last week, providing valuable insights for…
Remembering Ian Smith: An icon of the Australian apple industry
October 25, 2023Ian Smith, the driving force behind R&R Smith, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy spanning six decades…
Montague: A legacy of excellence in Australia’s fresh produce industry
August 7, 2023With a rich heritage spanning three generations, Montague has become a symbol of knowledge, experience and passion in…
