Building the case for fumigation-free apple exports
September 3, 2025Early research results are showing how farm and packhouse practices yield premium pest-free fruit for Asian markets. A…
Australian apples bound for Canada under new deal
September 2, 2025Australian growers will soon be able to export apples to Canada, following new market access conditions negotiated by…
Celebrating excellence while planning for progress
July 1, 2025The winter edition of AFG is always a highlight for me – it celebrates the incredible achievements of…
Australian apples gain technical market access to China
April 28, 2025Protocol signed to open Chinese market to Australian mainland apples APAL is pleased to share the Australian apple…
It’s not going to fix itself
April 23, 2025Taking decisive action on poor performing blocks is increasingly critical for business survival as falling real prices and…
A call for strategic action
April 16, 2025This time last year, we were bracing for what was expected to be the largest crop of Class…
Export growth the focus of new trade program
The apple and pear industry is readying itself to respond to emerging export opportunities, with the launch of…
2025–30 Apple and Pear Industry Strategy: A roadmap for growth and progress
April 9, 2025New industry strategy sets clear priorities and actions to address today’s challenges while also focusing on practical, forward-thinking…
When Belle Binder sees a problem, she finds a solution
January 15, 2025Finding reliable farm labour can be difficult; Left Field aims to solve this problem in a way that…
New treatment for codling moth
November 20, 2024Remarkable results achieved in pilot study using sterile insect technology to control codling moth in orchards. A pilot…
