Lifetime Achievement Award – John Robson
September 22, 2020The Lifetime Achievement Award is given to an individual who has provided motivational and inspirational leadership for the…
How do I keep up with data?
July 10, 2019The APAL Industry Forum that took place in Melbourne on June 24 hosted a number of speakers that…
Beneficial bacteria and chloropicrin vie for honours
June 19, 2019Chloropicrin was the standout performer in the first year of a Future Orchards trial of pre-plant treatments of…
Trees take off on pre-planting treatment
A decision to treat his soil with chloropicrin prior to replanting to prevent apple replant disease (ARD) is…
Canopy drives water use
May 2, 2019Gordon Brown reviews South African research on water use in Cripps Pink and Golden Delicious highlighting the importance…
Summer management for quality
December 21, 2018As the temperatures in the orchard start to rise, AgFirst’s John Wilton looks at how to minimise sunburn,…
Planting systems for blush pears
September 3, 2018Agriculture Victoria shares the results of their experiment within the Profitable Pears project to help identify the best…
New varieties provide inspiration and return
The first block of trees Huon Valley fifth-generation apple grower Scott Stevenson pushed out after taking over the…
Pear Masterclass focusses on orchard management
June 6, 2018Experts with global experience shared advice about orchard management for quality pears at the Future Orchards® Pear Masterclass…
What will the ‘future orchard’ look like?
December 20, 2017AgFirst’s Nic Finger outlines what the future might look like for Australian apple and pear orchards in 20-30…
