‘Figures man’ builds performance by numbers
September 24, 2019Jason Shields from Plunkett Orchards needs little introduction to the Australian apple and pear – and now wider horticulture –…
N&A/Plunkett alliance to capitalise on efficiencies
September 18, 2019Leading Victorian grower Plunkett Orchards and NSW grower, marketer and brand manager N&A Group will combine packing and…
Water saving options for pears
September 17, 2019Written by Ian Goodwin and Lexie McClymont Horticulture production in a changing climate faces the prospect of continued…
Powerful changes reap real rewards
September 11, 2019In our changing climate, what do energy efficiency and sustainability mean for Australian apple and pear businesses and…
A decade of digital disruption
September 4, 2019“You can’t choose whether or not the change happens, but you can control how you react to it”…
Nets slim defence against flying foxes
Flying foxes are considered keystone species in the Australian landscape. However, they have significant impact on orchards…
Killer wasps target codling moth
September 3, 2019Changes to the types of pesticide available for use in fruit production, and the progress of research into biological…
Advances in codling moth control in orchards
Parasitoid wasps, mass trapping of female codling moths and the use of mating disruption could, when combined, help control…
Tree knowledge key to meeting climate challenge
July 24, 2019Key points Understand key risk periods in growth cycle Know which intervention gives best tree/profit outcome Manage water…
Industry excellence celebrated at APAL Awards
June 30, 2019The apple and pear industry celebrated the exceptional contribution made by industry leaders, growers, marketers, exporters and researchers…
