Eye on the market, ‘boots on the ground’ drives success at Joyson
February 4, 2026A strong market focus, simple-to-manage orchard systems and ‘boots on the ground’ are driving success for the Adelaide…
Future of fresh produce sector in government hands
Continued interaction with the government remains a priority for the horticulture sector as we head into the new…
Positioning for a strong start to the harvest
As we head into the busy midsummer period, many growers have already been hard at work with cherries over…
Looking back at the last season, outlook for 2025 was positive, but Class 1 yields too low
January 21, 2026The Orchard Business Analysis 2024 Actual and 2025 Forecast report has forecast a modest profit for the model…
APAL Industry Forum to equip growers for a confident future
Australia’s apple and pear industry will come together in the heart of Melbourne for the 2026 APAL Industry Forum. At a time of significant change and pressure across horticulture, this year’s APAL Industry Forum on…
Nominations now open for 2026 APAL Awards for Excellence
Do you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to the Australian apple and pear industry? Nominate…
Harnessing nature: advancing conservation biological control in Tasmanian apple orchards
December 2, 2025Researchers at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture are working on several initiatives that support an integrated, more ecological-based approach to managing key pests in…
Helping growers make smarter choices
May 28, 2025By tapping into AI and machine learning, Jane’s Weather is working to close some of the big gaps…
Automated analytics tap into a world of under-used data
May 21, 2025A Tasmanian trial points to the future of automated analytics – turning diverse pest monitoring data into powerful…
Improvement in apple tree performance with fulvic acid
Gordon Brown reviews two research papers concerning the benefits of applying fulvic acid to apple crops. Fulvic acid…
