South Africa tour gives insights into growing in a low-labour-cost, export focused industry
June 18, 2025South African apple and pear growers may have very different costs of production and market orientation to those…
Sam Licciardello wins Muirs Community Stewardship Award
June 10, 2025Congratulations to Sam Licciardello of Orchard 1 Sixty in Donnybrook, WA, who was announced as the recipient of…
Canopy design – new systems, same challenges
May 7, 2025In this second of two articles, Nic Finger reports on European planting trends as well as further insights…
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…
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…
Be aware during risk period for brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB)
The high risk period for brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) entering Australia runs from 1 September to 30…
APAL enters second year of Quality Project
February 12, 2025Shift to more transparent reporting aims to lift quality results. With the start of the new season, the…
Opportunities to improve margins for those who know their numbers
Which orchard task is going to add the most value to your business? The latest Orchard Business Analysis…
Prioritising profit – practical steps to a better bottom line
October 30, 2024Rising costs and entrenched pricing are squeezing margins – the winter Future Orchards® walks reviewed practical steps towards…
Meet the 2024 APAL Awards for Excellence recipients
July 10, 2024‘One of a kind’ innovative grower is Lifetime Achiever Lifetime Achievement Award – Kevin Sanders A fascination with…
