Tree Crop News

Macadamias - Featured Crop

Project to benefit growers

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

Specialty tree crops - Featured Crop

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.

Specialty tree crops - Featured Crop

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.

Tree crop insights

Dromana orchard nets some valuable cover

Ajani’s Bayview Orchards at Dromana in Victoria has been working with Agrinova for the installation of hail netting at its new facility.

Specialty tree crops - Featured Crop

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.

News

Cautious optimism for 2026 Australian macadamia crop

The 2026 Australian macadamia crop is predicted to reach 59,080 tonnes in-shell at 3.5 per cent moisture, or 63,350 tonnes at 10 per cent moisture, according to a climate-based forecast produced using scientific modelling developed by the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries.

News

Moving biopesticides opens new opportunities

University of Queensland research has revealed double-stranded RNA-based biopesticides (dsRNA) sprayed on plant leaves can travel right down into root systems.

Tree crop insights

High input approach paying off for Century Orchards

The Century Orchards almond enterprise near Loxton in South Australia’s Riverland region is well-known for its high input, high production focus, as well as its openness to industry, and its latest moves have contributed to further improvements in production.

News

Cherry Growers appoint biosecurity officer

Cherry Growers Australia has appointed Caleb van Beynen as its biosecurity officer, supporting both the cherry and summerfruit industries.

Tree crop insights

Global expansion and innovation for Catalytic Generators

After a year of growth across Europe, China and Latin America, Catalytic Generators has entered 2026 with renewed momentum.

Know your pest

There’s no deader than dead

Here’s how you can do your own bioassay – just a fancy word for test spray – in just a few minutes.

News

Industry needs budget backup

Australian farmers are calling for long-term investment rather than short-term budget measures, with the National Farmers’ Federation saying its 2026–27 pre-budget submission is focused on practical policy settings to support the future of the sector.

Tractors & machinery

The importance of phytosanitary treatments in orchards

With specialised crops, such as orchards, it’s important to protect the plants against diseases, insects, and other threats.

Tractors & machinery

Plan for a safe harvest this season

During picking season, make sure you have a safe and efficient way for workers to move between orchards.

Tractors & machinery

Mildura’s Minter Magic grows from embracing tech

The words, “Dad I want to be a farmer”, were music to Darren Minter’s ears, a fourth-generation Mildura horticulture producer, who had initially pegged his son, Garry, to become an accountant.