Microplastics in the orchard
December 10, 2025Gordon Brown reviews research investigating the impacts of microplastics on seedling apple rootstock performance. Plastics have become…
Staying ahead in changing times
Insights into how to navigate rising costs and inelastic pricing, redefine your approach and ensure your business survives…
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…
Leadership through empowerment
November 26, 2025Build your orchard team and set them up for success by creating processes and structures and providing role clarity. Ben…
Introducing the orchard KPI scorecards
November 12, 2025Is it time your orchard had a health and performance assessment? New Future Orchards KPI scorecards for your…
A better deal – four things we need to do
October 29, 2025By continuing public pressure, improving access to data, strengthening negotiation skills and developing export markets, the fresh produce…
Unlocking the power of microbes to enhance the soil
A PIPS 4 Profit trial is investigating how soil amendments influence soil quality and its ability to store…
Strong results for FY25 pears export marketing activities in New Zealand and Canada
October 22, 2025Tailored, insight-led export strategies are driving measurable outcomes and strengthening Australia’s global presence in key markets. The FY25…
Potential thinning tools for managing crop load in European pear
October 21, 2025Researchers in Victoria are investigating crop load management tools to maximise fruit quality and ensure regular yields. While…
