Persimmon growers across Queensland will have better market access to Thailand thanks to a trade agreement finalised. (more…)
Tag: horticulture
Virtual reality makes learning about plant science fun
A ground-breaking virtual reality program created by the ARC Centre of Excellence in Plant Energy Biology (PEB) at The University of Western Australia takes students on an exciting immersive journey through the cells of plants, usually too small to be seen, and highlights plant research that is contributing to global food security. (more…)
South Australia's Scott Samwell crowned Grower of the Year at Hort Connections 2018
South Australian vegetable grower and industry leader Scott Samwell has received the prestigious Grower of the Year Award, proudly sponsored by Syngenta, at the Hort Connections 2018 National Awards for Excellence Gala Dinner held at the Brisbane Convention Centre on Wednesday 20 June 2018. (more…)
Exploring the future growth opportunities for horticulture cropping in WA
The benefits of growing fruit and vegetable crops in controlled, sheltered environments to boost food production in WA will be the focus of an industry forum in Mandurah later in May 2018. (more…)
$1 million chemical grants boost for industry
The nation’s horticulture Research and Development Corporation, Hort Innovation, announced it successfully secured more than $1 million in assistance grants under the Federal Government’s Access to Industry Uses of Agricultural and Veterinary (Agvet) Chemicals programme. (more…)
Aussie table grapes prove sweetest in Korea
One of Korea’s largest luxury retail chains, Hyundai Department Store, is now stocking only Australian table grapes following strong sales and consumer feedback off the back of a recent Taste Australia launch. (more…)