Young growers building new skills and networks on orchard walks
March 4, 2026Round three of the Future Orchards® Young Grower Immersion Program saw three participants spend a week with the…
Meet the industry’s next generation of researchers
The PIPS 4 Profit program is committed to developing emerging talent within the apple and pear industry’s research community. Australia’s apple and pear industry continues to need researchers who are experienced…
From no-regret snacking to global opportunity
February 18, 2026Find out how insights and evidence have shaped this year’s apples marketing plan. In FY26–27, the apple market…
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 …
Fruit quality lift in 2025, project shows
Transparent, timely data has helped strengthen quality performance across several of Australia’s apple and pear growing regions. The…
Brand Australia: selling premium apples to China’s high-end consumers
January 7, 2026Australian fresh produce is highly regarded in China, and quality and branding are key to maintaining this premium positioning. Jonathan Cox’s relationship with China began at…
Opportunities for achieving orchard efficiencies
December 17, 2025How can we increase ROI per unit in a price-constrained market? What strategies can help increase Class 1…
Maximise success in China’s competitive fresh produce market
November 12, 2025Considering exporting apples to China in 2026? Make the most of this opportunity by gaining an understanding of…
Grower webinar invitation: Inside the Aussie Apples Marketing Program
October 10, 2025Join Hort Innovation for an overview of the current marketing strategy driving Aussie Apples across FY24-25 and into…
Cultural control of apple scab
September 10, 2025Gordon Brown reviews Spanish research demonstrating the effectiveness of leaf removal for control of black spot. Black spot…
