OH&S risk management workshops for orchard managers
October 1, 2019In the first series of Future Business workshops, attendees will be presented with information about risk and understanding the…
Market research uncovers Chinese consumer apple preferences
With market access to China inching closer for mainland Australian apples, APAL undertook market research to better understand…
‘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 –…
Pear ‘shake up’ chance to secure spot in shopping basket
September 18, 2019Marketing Australian pears as a fresh, inspiring and bold ‘break free’ fruit choice may be the key to…
Water deficits and apple productivity
September 10, 2019Irrigation water supply can often be less than crop water requirement during a drought. This inevitably leads to…
CEO’s Report: Learnings from Industry Forum
September 6, 2019As spring breaks and a new growing season gets underway, I’m pleased to unveil your first look at…
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”…
IPDM all part of the award-winning strategy
Written by Dr Paul Horne, IPM Technologies. A commitment to Integrated Pest and Disease Management (IPDM) is a…
Nets slim defence against flying foxes
Flying foxes are considered keystone species in the Australian landscape. However, they have significant impact on orchards…
Opportunity to trial online WHS system
July 17, 2019Australian apple and pear growing businesses have the opportunity to participate in a free trial of an online…
