APAL seeks member endorsement of updated governance rules
July 14, 2021Peak industry body Apple and Pear Australia Limited (APAL) has released details of proposed changes to its constitution in…
Life in MARS? The Monash robotic apple-picker
July 7, 2021Dr Chao Chen will present a full update on the exciting MARS research project at APAL Forum 2021…
How is the rise of platforms changing the orchard workplace?
June 30, 2021Will technology replace traditional labour? What is the return on investment for the early adoption of AgTech among growers? And…
Apprenticeship funding ripe for picking
June 2, 2021Until 31 March 2022, eligible businesses can take advantage of the Australian Government’s Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements scheme, subsidising 50 per…
Positioning your blocks for labour efficiencies
June 1, 2021Are changes to your blocks needed to meet your labour and fruit quality objectives and achieve efficiencies? During…
APAL Forum 2021 – Grow Beyond moves beyond COVID with new July date
May 26, 2021In response to the unfolding Covid-19 developments in Victoria, APAL CEO Phil Turnbull today confirmed the APAL Forum 2021 will now…
APAL Forum 2021 – Celebrate award recipients and innovation with your industry!
May 19, 2021The APAL Forum 2021 – Grow Beyond (30 May – 1 June) is your chance to celebrate,…
Federal budget extends tax incentives for orchard tech
With Covid-19 limiting labour supply, many growers turned to orchard and harvest technology – especially picking platforms –…
Integrated approach to energy underpins innovation
May 11, 2021Seeking out and making the most of available grants and energy schemes has enabled the Radevski business to…
Working smarter, not harder
April 28, 2021Attract and retain workers Quality gains outstrip harvest cost savings Simple, accessible, consistent canopies essential Securing labour was…
