
Hort Connections 2026: from insight to action
From June 1-4, Hort Connections 2026 brought the horticulture industry together in Adelaide for a week of insight, connection and collaboration.
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Biosecurity preparedness front and centre at Hort Innovation inaugural Impact Update
Publication date: June 23, 2026

Biosecurity is one of the defining challenges of this decade for Australian horticulture, and effective risk management is critical to long‑term viability and growth.
Whether it's the preparedness for exotic pests and diseases that we don't have in Australia, or the management of our pest diseases and weeds on farms, biosecurity is fundamental to protecting grower’s businesses, markets and reputation.
At this year’s Impact Update, Mila Bristow, GM of Trade and Biosecurity at Hort Innovation was joined by Georgia Beattie from Bulla Park, Anthony De leso from Thorndon Park Produce, and Andrew Johanson from Mulgowie Farming Group to discuss the importance of preparing for incursions and the solutions the vegetable industry is currently exploring.
Watch the full session here.
Biosecurity investment underpins Australia’s reputation for quality and safety, keeping supply chains moving and preventing costly disruptions. By implementing prevention and preparedness essentials together the industry will continue to work toward tackling this large-scale challenge.
Read more about Impact Update here.
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