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Researchers use compressed carbon dioxide to decontaminate almonds and other nuts

Almonds retain their characteristic flavor and quality using this process.
Read full storyHigh tech sensors spot the sweetest peaches

How do you know if a peach is sweet without taking a bite?
Read full storyDogs join frontline to detect citrus canker

Australian dogs will be trained to sniff-out the destructive citrus canker disease.
Read full storyAustralian-first seasonal worker trial program extended

Seasonal worker trial program extended to help Queensland farmers harvest their produce.
Read full storyAustralian macadamia crop higher than expected

Contributing to the higher crop were a significant number of new macadamia plantings.
Read full storyTevel Aerobotics - best field robot concept award winner

Prize awarded for flying autonomous robot used for picking various types of fruits.
Read full storyIncreased lychee yields from managed pollination

Maximising pollination in tropical tree crops.
Read full storyUltra-fine lime granules key to controlling pH

The new technology we introduced is the ability to put ultra-fine particles into a robust 3–5mm granule.
Read full storyReport identifies agricultural growth opportunities for Nthn Australia

Report is a first-of-its-kind roadmap for the economic development of Northern Australia.
Read full storyPrimary Connect adds carrier services for mango season

Mango growers impacted by various challenges including weather conditions and a shortage of seasonal pickers.
Read full storyAussie orchard embraces agtech innovation

Tropical fruit growers saw an opportunity to use technology to support orchard management.
Read full storyGoulburn Valley fruit picking robot

Robotic picking may help overcome high labour costs and shortages.
Read full storyProtecting crops from smoke, rain and sunburn

Biofilm technology enhances plants' cuticular membrane.
Read full storyUsing Californicus against two-spotted mite

Predatory mite can delay the development of miticide resistance.
Read full storySustainable pollination protects biodiversity

A range of native insects are contributing to crop pollination.
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