Meet the industry’s next generation of researchers
March 4, 2026The PIPS 4 Profit program is committed to developing emerging talent within the apple and pear industry’s research community. Australia’s apple and pear industry continues to need researchers who are experienced…
APAL Industry Forum to equip growers for a confident future
January 21, 2026Australia’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…
Testing biological controls in the lab: setting up in vitro bioassays
January 14, 2026Research led by Agriculture Victoria pathologist Dr Tonya Wiechel is evaluating promising biological control agents identified in global research, testing them against…
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…
Engaging with the Sustainability Framework
PIPS 4 Profit investigates evidenced supported environmental sustainability indicators for apple and pear orchards. Apple and pear businesses participate in…
Young growers upskilling on orchard walks
November 5, 2025The latest participants in the Future Orchards® Young Grower Immersion Program spent a week with the orchard walks…
A better deal – four things we need to do
October 29, 2025By continuing public pressure, improving access to data, strengthening negotiation skills and developing export markets, the fresh produce…
Unlocking the power of microbes to enhance the soil
A PIPS 4 Profit trial is investigating how soil amendments influence soil quality and its ability to store…
Young grower aims for innovation and sustainability
September 10, 2025Travis Georgopoulos is always up for a challenge, whether it’s managing 607ha of apples and pears for his…
