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…
Meet the industry’s next generation of researchers
March 4, 2026The 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…
IPDM in focus: Common (brown) garden snail
February 25, 2026The common garden snail can have a big impact in the orchard, but it can be managed with…
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…
Testing biological controls in the lab: setting up in vitro bioassays
January 14, 2026Research led by Agriculture Victoria pathologist Dr Tonya Wiechel is evaluating promising biological control agents identified in global research, testing them against…
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…
Harnessing nature: advancing conservation biological control in Tasmanian apple orchards
December 2, 2025Researchers at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture are working on several initiatives that support an integrated, more ecological-based approach to managing key pests in…
Engaging with the Sustainability Framework
PIPS 4 Profit investigates evidenced supported environmental sustainability indicators for apple and pear orchards. Apple and pear businesses participate in…
Stay informed with the latest export information
November 12, 2025If you’re planning to export apples or pears this season or in the coming years, APAL has a…
