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Bee hive 'breathalyser'

New technology sniffs out the devastating American foulbrood disease,
Read full storyAg supply chain traceability boost to keep us ahead

Australia’s status as one of the world’s most trusted sources of produce to be enhanced.
Read full storyAustralia’s largest mango grower transforms supply chain

Whole of chain network improves product tracking for major mango producer.
Read full storyAlmond tree pollination to attract record number of beehives

Each year thousands of hives are transported into almond orchards in Victoria's north-west
Read full storyProtecting Victorian horticulture from fruit fly impacts

Victoria’s key fruit production regions will continue to be protected from the destructive impacts of QFF.
Read full storyRed Sienna Pride pears to hit Aussie supermarket shelves

A new red velvet-coloured pear is about to hit the market.
Read full storyGRANTS FOR HORTICULTURE NETTING INFRASTRUCTURE

Horticultural Netting Infrastructure Grants help primary producers in the Riverland and Adelaide Hills/Greater Adelaide region fund the purchase and installation of new netting or the replacement of any damaged netting over land used to grow horticulture crops.
Read full story2020 Australian macadamia crop on track to reach target

The 2020 Australian macadamia crop remains on track to reach the forecast 36,500 tonnes in-shell at 3.5% moisture (39,000 tonnes at 10% moisture), announced the industry’s peak body, the Australian Macadamia Society (AMS) today.
Read full storyDeveloping a mechanised citrus harvester

Citrus harvester prototypes being developed from olive harvesters.
Read full storyWaste reduction in avocado

Leading Australian avocado marketer eyes growth with supply chain technology.
Read full storySingapore Airlines touches down in Toowoomba

Singapore Airlines sends fresh produce from Toowoomba directly to Singapore.
Read full storyTech to give avocado farm an edge

Alterra is setting up its first avocado site using technology to enhance sustainability and yield.
Read full storySmartphone to detect pesticide residues

Pesticide residues can now be detected using a simple smartphone app.
Read full storyNew process can decontaminate fresh produce with supercharged air

New method of treating fruit and vegetables that minimise food safety risks.
Read full storyManbulloo trials jackfruit in Northern Territory

One of the largest mango producers in Australia is trying out a new crop — jackfruit.
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