Does orchard floor management improve soil health?
January 31, 2024“Soils are the basis of life. Ninety–five percent of our food comes from the soil.” – Maria Helena…
Insights and innovations from the APAL Future Orchards International Tour to New Zealand
January 24, 2024From 15–19 January 2024, 40 Australian growers and industry professionals visited two of New Zealand’s major growing regions…
APAL Future Orchards International Tour in New Zealand – a valuable experience for Australian growers
January 17, 2024The first two days of the APAL Future Orchards® International Tour in New Zealand revolved around orchard exploration,…
Masons map a path from roots to quality fruit
The Mason family’s multi-generational dedication to cultivating exceptional fruit is evident in every row of trees on…
SITplus sets Australia up for Queensland fruit fly suppression
Sterile insect technique (SIT) involves developing and mass-rearing sterile fruit flies, which are then released into Queensland fruit…
Co-promotion activities for Australian apples or pears in key export markets
November 29, 2023Attention apple and pear exporters! Hort Innovation is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced and capable delivery partner for…
Making the decision to invest in netting
Orchard management adjustments are one of the many considerations when planning to net your orchard according to Pomona…
Staying compliant when using labour hire contractors
November 22, 2023Do you know your responsibilities for workers’ rights and wellbeing when using a labour hire contractor? Slavery, tragically,…
Honey bee genetic program extended
The Australian apple industry is among the beneficiaries of the extension of the Plan Bee program, which…
Fogging fungicides offer drench-free future
Fogging with post-harvest fungicides promises to slash the handling of fruit heading into storage, reducing labour costs, fruit…
