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…
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…
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…
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…
Biological control options for key apple and pear pathogens
September 10, 2025Researchers are investigating sustainable plant disease management options for the Australian apple and pear industry. The PIPS 4…
