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Integrated management of yellow sigatoka and other banana diseases in far north Queensland (BA12007)
A yellow sigatoka liaison officer was supported by this project, to assist growers in north Queensland achieve banana leaf disease compliance on a voluntary basis.
15 June 2015
Enhancing the export performance of Australian mandarins by improving flavour quality (CT12023)
This research developed a better understanding of the flavour profile and consumer expectations of Australian mandarins in the Chinese market and undertook shipping and shelf life evaluations.
12 June 2015
Desktop analysis and literature review of chestnut rot (CH13002)
Information on chestnut rot management options was brought together by this review project, which included a look at the costs and benefits of each disease management approach.
10 June 2015
Innovative ways to address waste management on vegetable farms (VG13109)
This project investigated and assessed the feasibility of different plastic processing opportunities for waste from vegetable farms
5 June 2015
Reducing flesh bruising and skin spotting in Hass avocado (AV10019)
This project investigated flesh bruising - a major postharvest concern for the avocado industry. It identified critical points in the supply chain where brusing happens and more.
5 June 2015
Assessment of new varieties to improve fruit quality in dried prunes (DP12000)
New varieties of prunes were evaluated for suitability to Australian conditions under this project, which led to the release of California French Improved and Muir Beauty varieties.
5 June 2015
Understanding and managing avocado flesh bruising (AV12009)
This investment continued work to investigate avocado flesh bruising, developing a prototype decision-aid tool to help reduce bruising at retail.
3 June 2015
Vegetable snacking options market research – stage 2 (VG15060)
This short project undertook market research into vegetable snacking options, looking at distribution channels, smaller vegetable product forms and overcoming issues and challenges related to using locally produced vegetables in processed snack form.
1 June 2015
Post-harvest use of the plant-growth regulator, ethephon, to promote colour development (de-greening) in papaya (PP13006)
The effectiveness of synthetic plant-growth regulator ethephon was studied in this investment as a de-greening and ripening agent for winter-harvested papayas.
26 May 2015
Evaluate the potential for low-dose methyl bromide as a postharvest disinfestation treatment for citrus (CT14008)
This project investigated low-dose methyl bromide as a potential postharvest disinfestation treatment for citrus, particularly for Murcott mandarins.
15 May 2015