Persimmon industry extension and communication program (PR16001)
What was it all about?
From 2016 to 2020, this project drove industry awareness and adoption of R&D outcomes within the Australian persimmon industry. It’s communication and extension initiatives kept persimmon growers and other industry stakeholders up-to-date with the latest research activities, marketing initiatives and other news and issues.
The key outputs of the program were:
- The Persimmon Press e-newsletter, which was delivered via email directly to all growers and supply chain stakeholders on the Persimmon Australia database. Eight editions went out over the course of the project. You can , sign up to receive the biannual Persimmon Press e-newsletter by emailing a request to admin@persimmonsaustralia.com.au.
- Two National Persimmon Industry Field Day/Conference events were held. The events included farm visits, conference sessions, group dinners and market visits, to maximise attendees’ access to information and encourage industry interaction.
- The Persimmons Australia website was regularly maintained and resourced with current industry news and information. If you are an Australian persimmon levy payer, you can log in here.
ISBN:
978 0 7341 4666 3
Funding statement:
This project was funded through the Hort Innovation Persimmon Fund using the persimmon R&D levy and contributions from the Australian Government.
Copyright:
Copyright © Horticulture Innovation Australia Limited 2021. The Final Research Report (in part or as a whole) cannot be reproduced, published, communicated or adapted without the prior written consent of Hort Innovation, except as may be permitted under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth).