Collaboration and investment signals bright future
May 5, 2021The future of Australia’s apple and pear industry is looking bright with upgrades, investment and collaboration paving the…
Lessons learnt from Covid-19
April 28, 2021The impact the Covid-19 virus has had on the world is unprecedented. The level and type of threat…
Protecting orchard businesses
April 21, 2021The apple and pear industry are currently facing very distinct but important issues. Importation of US Apples The…
Stimulating the tree’s defences against black spot
Dr Gordon Brown looks at innovations in biological control of black spot. Black spot (apple scab, Venturia inaequalis)…
Future Orchards® Autumn walks – wrap
March 31, 2021Future Orchards® Autumn walks have showcased a wide range of innovative responses to attract and retain labour, increase…
Strengthening cultural & biological management of pests & diseases
March 29, 2021The PIPS3 Program’s IPDM project, Strengthening Cultural and Biological Management of Pests and Diseases in Apple and Pear…
Research Review: Alternative spray technology
March 3, 2021Dr Gordon Brown reviews the results of season-long pesticide application through a fixed system compared to an airblast…
Quality standards drive mango growth
February 10, 2021A firm quality standard can deliver increased sales and market growth but must have clear customer benefits and…
US apple import review moves into next phase
January 27, 2021With the submission period concluding last week, the Australian Government’s review of proposals to allow import of USA…
Future Orchards® Virtual Walk – January 2021
With harvest labour continuing to drive uncertainty for apple and pear producers, our latest virtual Orchard Walk, featuring…
