R&D projects
Discover mushroom levy investments into Mushroom Fund R&D initiatives
The mushroom levy has been invested into following Hort Innovation Mushroom Fund R&D initiatives, together with Australian Government contributions.
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Economic contribution of Australian horticulture (MT21010)
This investment used a suite of economic models to measure and understand how the horticulture industry contributes to the Australian economy.
18 July 2023
Mushroom industry communication program (MU18001)
This investment delivered communications to ensure Australian mushroom growers and other industry stakeholders were kept up-to-date with the latest R&D and marketing investments and industry information.
5 April 2022
Digitisation of mushroom industry archive (MU21000)
This short project digitised an archive of mushroom industry research and communication outputs so that growers have full access to these valuable materials.
5 April 2022
A scoping study to review fungi based global innovations to inform product development opportunities (MU20004)
This investment explored the use of mushrooms in plant-based food product innovation and other value adding activities with commercial benefits.
24 March 2022
Educating health professionals about Australian mushrooms (MU17002)
This education program delivered research and information on the nutritional benefits of mushrooms to Australian health professionals including dietitians, nutritionists, GPs and more
27 January 2022
Consumer demand spaces for horticulture (MT21003)
This investment identified and prioritised opportunities to engage consumers and build demand across the domestic market for fruits, nuts and vegetables.
28 November 2022
Regulatory support and coordination (pesticides) (MT20007)
This project provided the Australian horticulture industry with key information regarding domestic and international pesticide regulation.
23 September 2024
Phenomenom - The Good Mood Food Module (ST19041)
This project, which was completed during 2020, expanded the number of Phenomenom resources available by adding a module that educates children, parents and teachers on the beneficial mood effects of a diet and lifestyle encompassing horticulture products.
22 February 2021
Nutrition claims for The Good Mood Food educational website (ST19037)
This investment assessed 70 horticultural commodities for their nutrient composition related to psychological, neurological and energy benefits.
10 December 2020
Category and Consumer Impact Monitor (ST19031)
This investment provided weekly updates on consumer attitudes and behaviours during and beyond COVID-19.
15 June 2020