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Scientists find 65 per cent of tree species at risk
Scientists find 65 per cent of tree species at riskNew research has found climate change is putting trees in urban spaces at risk across the globe with 65 per cent of tree species under threat. The study was developed by an international team of
4 October 2022
$7 million to source supreme strawberries
$7 million to source supreme strawberries A five-year joint research project is underway to advance strawberry genetics to improve the flavour and quality in line with consumer preferences. The aim is to develop a premium range of strawberries that
4 October 2022
$6.4 million boost for cool-climate horticulture growers
$6.4 million boost for cool-climate horticulture growersCall for industry to participate in a climate adaptability research project Scientists are giving Aussie horticulture growers in cooler climates the opportunity to participate in a $6.4M
27 September 2022
Lean design workshop to understand future challenges for horticulture production in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia (AS21003)
This short project delivered a framework that can be used as a guide for strategic planning and investment in transformational research and development (R&D) for sustainable, productive, and profitable futuristic tropical and subtropical horticulture.
3 July 2023
Development of non-biological pollination options for protected cropping using emerging technologies (PH19000)
This investment investigated whether autonomous micro-drones are effective at pollinating self-fertile crops such as tomatoes and strawberries.
4 December 2023
Micro-drones could help solve Australia’s glasshouse pollination problem
Micro-drones could help solve Australia’s glasshouse pollination problemA new study is investigating whether small autonomous drones can effectively pollinate tomatoes and strawberries in Australian protected-cropping environments and quash the
2 September 2022
Serviced supply chains II (AM21000)
This project is delivering decision support tools for growers and exporters to manage supply chain risks and deliver consistent product quality.
31 August 2022
Collaborative food and wine market development project (HA20005)
This project is delivering a platform to communicate Australia’s common positive attributes, develop common messaging about premium Australian food and wine in four markets and strengthen visibility of Australian branding overseas.
31 August 2022
$15M to safeguard produce quality amid supply-chain challenges
$15M to safeguard produce quality amid supply-chain challengesAustralian horticulture growers have joined forces with state agencies in a $15M bid to drive supply-chain efficiencies and strengthen their domestic and international trade offerings.
18 August 2022
National Fruit Fly Council – Phase 4 (FF20000)
The National Fruit Fly Council (NFFC) is a strategic body bringing together federal and state governments, growers and research funders to oversee the implementation of the National Fruit Fly Strategy.
2 August 2022