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Tangible takeaways for growers
This month’s Australian Citrus Congress is all about delivering tangible takeaways for growers.
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AUSVEG welcomes withdrawal of biosecurity tax
Ausveg has welcomed the Government’s decision to discharge the Biosecurity Protection Levy legislation from the Senate.
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Low interest loans for low emissions machinery
Farmers for Climate Action (FCA) has welcomed news low-emissions heavy equipment, trucks and Utes will be eligible for low-interest loans under a new scheme supported by the Federal Government.
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Consumer choices shaping the future of climate-impacted produce
New research from The University of Western Australia has found consumers tend to prioritise the quality of produce, such as size, firmness, and aesthetics, over their empathy for farmers impacted by extreme weather events.
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Horticulture production value reaches $17 billion
The February release of The Australian Horticulture Statistics Handbook 2023/24 has revealed a 4.3 per cent growth (YOY) in total production value for Australia’s horticulture sector to $17billion.
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Paraquat back in the spotlight
Agsafe has been in discussions with Work Safe Victoria regarding concerns the storage threshold for Paraquat products in Victoria – before a premises is classified as a major hazard facility (MHF) – was significantly lower than in other jurisdictions.
Orchard equipment and pruning
John Deere responds to challenge of rising input costs
John Deere is responding to customers’ concerns about rising input costs in tree production crops with a range of solutions and technologies, including further refining its range of 5 Series tractors custom-built for the sector.
Business solutions & labour
Labour-saving tech receives $52 million boost
Amid workforce challenges, the horticulture sector is poised to adopt the latest in automation technology for pollinating, spraying, harvesting and packing to boost productivity, with estimated labour savings on the table of up to 90 per cent.
Products and services
High K: Fertilising made simple
Kendon’s High K is a broad-spectrum liquid fertiliser designed to enhance crop yields, improve quality, and promote plant health.
Products and services
Prospr on show in Washington State
New Zealand-based agritech company Robotics Plus attended the NW Hort Expo in Washington State to showcase Prospr - an autonomous, multi-use, hybrid vehicle for agriculture.
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Protecting tree crops through scorching summers
Hot, dry Australian summers create extreme moisture deprivation and heat stress, so farm managers must adapt and modify their agricultural methods and integrate innovative technologies to keep tree crops thriving in tough conditions.
Post harvest
Solutions for transport challenges
When it comes to increasing sustainability for the entire fresh produce supply chain while also maximizing profit potential, some of the most crucial factors are freshness, quality, shelf life and minimising food waste.
Business solutions & labour
PNG workers making their mark in Australia
Sylvester Lepi was a subsistence farmer in Papua New Guinea when he joined the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme in 2019.
Business solutions & labour
Grant Scheme helps farmers access modern tech
Ahead of another expected hot summer, Australian agtech company Farmbot is urging farmers to take advantage of a Federal Government-backed rebate program by investing in water monitoring technology which will save them time, fuel, natural resources and money
Business solutions & labour
FreshCloud sensor integrations for real-time value chain quality control
AgroFresh Solutions, has announced two groundbreaking collaborations with Rubens Technologies and Escavox which it says will enhance AgroFresh’s FreshCloud digital platform, a comprehensive data-backed solution letting the produce supply chain to make real-time decisions.
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