Strategy sets export market priorities
February 3, 2021APAL has developed a Technical Market Access Strategy for both apples and pears to prioritise the new market…
Harvest underway for a season like no other
With harvest underway across the country and new season apples and pears heading for retail shelves, it’s evident…
‘Pear with personality’ is packed with promise
September 15, 2020The Ricó® branded blush pear heads into its second commercial season with some promising export opportunities and the…
India: Open for business
September 5, 2019While all eyes have been on China for signs of progress in the negotiations to permit Australian apples…
Playing On The World Stage
July 10, 2019An expert panel at the APAL Industry Forum in June roundly agree that export is the way forward…
SPC sold for $40 million
June 5, 2019Coca-Cola Amatil is selling its Victorian-based Shepparton Preserving Company (SPC) fruit and vegetable processing business to the Shepparton…
Hong Kong marketing pilot identifies niche opportunities
Following an open tender in 2017, Tasmanian-based Hansen Orchards was one of the successful service providers chosen to…
Northern Tasmania declared fruit fly free
January 9, 2019Northern Tasmania was officially reinstated as a Pest Free Area today, re-opening the door to domestic trade. Fruit…
APAL appointment signals export readiness kick-off
November 14, 2018Apple and Pear Australia Ltd (APAL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Justin Smith to the role…
Pears attract strong buyer interest at Asia Fruit Logistica
October 21, 2018The launch of a new premium-pear brand Goulburn River Gold® and blush pear Fránk™ at Asia Fruit Logistica…