Mango research in the spotlight

In late May, Australian Mangoes and NTDAF hosted a two-day event in Katherine and Darwin, featuring field walks and exploration of the latest developments in mango research.

Netted macadamias: trial tracks yield, soil health and water quality

After three years, a trial testing whether retaining leaf litter under macadamia trees improves soil health is wrapping up, with growers awaiting the final report on what it means for sustainability and profitability.

Razor Rock Farms crowned Honey Gold grower of the year

Razor Rock Farms of Katherine, Northern Territory was named Piñata Farms’ Honey Gold grower of the year at its annual mango congress in Yeppoon, Central Queensland.

Key culprit named but no quick fix for almond tree decline

Researchers have identified an aggressive pathogen contributing to the widespread tree death and production losses in almond orchards across Australia.

Managing hull rot in almonds - lessons from a wet harvest

Unseasonal rainfall during the 2026 almond harvest created ideal conditions for hull rot across major almond-growing regions.

Going nuts for nuts

Almonds might rule the roost in Australian nut production, accounting for more than 50 per cent of the total tree nut production area, and macadamias might be the high-value glam nut in the market, but producers and consumers are increasingly going nuts over multiple other varieties.

Investment in future paying dividends for Costa fruit

There can be a few challenges over four generations of fruit growing.

Ripeness scanner trial tackles consumer frustration

The Australian avocado industry has launched an Australian-first trial of a retail ripeness scanner to support domestic demand growth by addressing frustrations for growers, consumers and retailers.

Building better orchards: faster growth and improved water efficiency

Establishing a productive orchard quickly – while making the most efficient use of water – is a key priority for growers.

Avocado industry deepens collaboration for record export growth

Avocados Australia, the peak body representing avocado growers, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Monash University Malaysia and with UOW Malaysia, reinforcing collaboration in nutrition education, culinary innovation and industry engagement.

Future-proofing frost protection in an uncertain world

Precision electric frost protection. Lower running costs. Reduced maintenance. Proven performance.

Project to benefit growers

A Hort Innovation project is set to deliver better macadamia trees for Australian growers.

Genetic discovery gives hope to bananas

Scientists have pinpointed crucial genetic resistance to a fungal disease which threatens the global banana supply in a wild subspecies of the fruit.

Tasmanian cherries launch in Hong Kong

The first promotional event of 2026 marking the start of the Tasmanian export cherry season was held in Hong Kong on January 7.

QTee pears return for second season with triple the Volume

Australian fruit lovers can once again enjoy QTee pears, with the second Australian crop now being harvested.