Keeping a lid on PSHB
March 11, 2026Know the damage signs to look for in the case of a polyphagus shot-hole borer infestation, and which…
Young growers building new skills and networks on orchard walks
March 4, 2026Round three of the Future Orchards® Young Grower Immersion Program saw three participants spend a week with the…
Meet the industry’s next generation of researchers
The PIPS 4 Profit program is committed to developing emerging talent within the apple and pear industry’s research community. Australia’s apple and pear industry continues to need researchers who are experienced…
Smarter orchard renovation: boosting returns with multi-leader training systems
February 18, 2026A variety of planar canopy structures are being trialled and evaluated in Tasmania under an orchard renovation scenario….
Using water more efficiently in a drier climate
February 11, 2026As water supply becomes more scarce, what orchard management strategies can growers adopt to reduce water use? Strategies …
Eye on the market, ‘boots on the ground’ drives success at Joyson
February 4, 2026A strong market focus, simple-to-manage orchard systems and ‘boots on the ground’ are driving success for the Adelaide…
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…
Development of ecofriendly selective pesticides to safeguard honey bees
December 17, 2025A new approach to pesticide design aims to identify safer, more selective and environmentally friendly agents for the control of insect and arachnid pests. Of…
Opportunities for achieving orchard efficiencies
How can we increase ROI per unit in a price-constrained market? What strategies can help increase Class 1…
IPDM in focus: Biosecurity and potential incursions of new pests
December 10, 2025What is the role of IPDM in biosecurity matters and what do growers and orchard workers need to…
