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Discover persimmon levy investments into Persimmon Fund R&D initiatives

The persimmon levy has been invested into following Hort Innovation Persimmon Fund R&D initiatives, together with Australian Government contributions.

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Completed project Final Research Report

Persimmon industry communications and extension program (PR20000)

The Persimmon Industry Communications and Extension Program aimed to support the growth and development of the Australian persimmon industry by providing growers with essential tools and information to enhance their awareness of industry issues and marketing initiatives and foster rapid adoption of research and development (R&D) outcomes.

8 April 2025

Completed project

Persimmon industry extension and communication program (PR16001)

This project communicated key R&D outcomes and industry news to growers and stakeholders within the persimmon industry.

4 February 2021

Completed project Final Research Report

Australian sweet persimmon industry development – phase 3 (PR12000)

This project developed the Persimmon Postharvest Manual and also delivered a range of work into pest and disease management, including research into mealy bug and clearwing moth.

25 June 2014