Collaboration and investment signals bright future
May 5, 2021The future of Australia’s apple and pear industry is looking bright with upgrades, investment and collaboration paving the…
Stanthorpe welcomes soaking rains
March 24, 2021Stanthorpe growers are singing in the rain as Storm King Dam levels peaked overnight. APAL director and apple…
NSW Ballykeane orchards sold to Megafruits Australia
January 19, 2021The long-held Ballykeane apple and pear orchards, near Orange in central-west NSW, have sold to a newly-registered Megafruits…
APAL Post-harvest Seminar goes online to explore smart packhouse
January 13, 2021APAL’s Post-harvest Seminar on Wednesday 20 January 2021 will be delivered entirely online as COVID-19 and border restrictions…
Modern production, hospitality space at Montague’s not far away
December 16, 2020The Orchard at Montague opens its doors to the public on January 12, and will host APAL’s Post-harvest…
Post-harvest seminar returns 20 January 2021, onsite and online
December 9, 2020Save the date – 20 January 2021 APAL’s Post-harvest seminar will return in 2021 at Montague’s new visitor centre in Narre Warren and…
Edinburgh, Johannesburg, Manjimup? COVID-19 a blessing in disguise for picking pair
November 25, 2020When Ione arrived at Bamess Farms in Manjimup in July 2019, she expected to stay for three months…
Review cool store insurance early as EPS cover tightens
October 7, 2020Cool store operators are encouraged to review their insurance well ahead of their annual renewal notice arriving, following reports of a further…
National Residue Survey Results 2019-20
October 1, 2020The latest National Residue Survey results show a 98 per cent compliance level in apples and pears…
Women in Horticulture Award – Sandra Ceravolo
September 22, 2020Awarded to a female industry member who has demonstrated outstanding ability and success in their chosen field, whether…









