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…
Psychosocial hazards in the workplace
February 25, 2026Psychological health is as important as physical health, but what is considered a psychosocial hazard and what can…
IPDM in focus: Common (brown) garden snail
The 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 …
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…
APAL Industry Forum to equip growers for a confident future
January 21, 2026Australia’s apple and pear industry will come together in the heart of Melbourne for the 2026 APAL Industry Forum. At a time of significant change and pressure across horticulture, this year’s APAL Industry Forum on…
Nominations now open for 2026 APAL Awards for Excellence
Do you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to the Australian apple and pear industry? Nominate…
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…
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…
