As Australians continue to adapt to cost-of-living pressures, the way they shop for fresh produce is evolving. Understanding these shifts can help growers and industry make […]
A new vegetable industry dashboard is giving growers direct access to Woolworths retail scan data and shopper insights through Quantium. For the first time, growers can […]
A new vegetable industry dashboard is giving growers direct access to Woolworths retail scan data and shopper insights through Quantium. For the first time, growers can […]
A new vegetable industry dashboard is giving growers direct access to Woolworths retail scan data and shopper insights through Quantium. For the first time, growers can […]
The South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) will be holding a training and accreditation course on PREDICTA Pt. The course will be available to agronomists, […]
The SWICP Regen Ag Masterclass is designed for growers and advisers already exploring or implementing practice change within vegetable production systems. The Masterclass is not designed […]
Reading Time: 2minutesWant to find out how the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct can protect you as a grower? AUSVEG is delivering the Know your Grocery Code […]
Reading Time: 2minutesA new vegetable industry dashboard is giving growers direct access to Woolworths retail scan data and shopper insights through Quantium. For the first time, growers can […]
Reading Time: 2minutesHort Innovation is seeking expressions of interest from suitably experienced persons for membership of both the Harmonised Australian Retail Produce Scheme (HARPS) Operational Committee and Technical […]
The Dowerin Machinery Field Days provides a vital information highway and one stop shop for all farmers, primary producers, agricultural workers, and their families, in a […]
This practical, course provides an introduction to the application of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) in the fresh produce sector. Designed for growers, operators, packers, and staff working […]
Most fresh produce suppliers and customers now require growers to be certified against a recognised food safety program. Achieving certification not only meets market demands but also demonstrates […]
Reading Time: 2minutesOn Tuesday 23 June, the APVMA released its final regulatory decisions on paraquat and diquat after nearly three decades of review. The decisions affect a large […]
The Australian vegetable industry is undergoing significant transformation. Automation and mechanisation are reshaping how farms operate. However, with so many technologies emerging globally, and specifications to […]
Reading Time: 2minutesExpressions of Interest: Vegetable Industry Pre and Post Farm Gate Advisory Panels Hort Innovation in partnership with AUSVEG is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably […]
Reading Time: 2minutesBiosecurity Tasmania (BT) is investigating a detection of serpentine leafminer (Liriomyza huidobrensis; SLM) in North West Tasmania. Serpentine leafminer is a high-risk invasive horticultural pest which can […]
The Department of Home Affairs, through its Business, Industry and Regional Outreach (BIRO) network, would like to invite you to attend upcoming free information sessions on […]
Reading Time: 3minutesThe Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has today published its final decision regarding paraquat and diquat, following a comprehensive 30-year review by the independent […]
The theme for FarmX 2026, Sustainability & Innovation Across Every Acre, reflects the shared challenge and opportunity facing agriculture today, how to build productive, resilient farms while […]
Join PotatoLink for a webinar exploring: the changing emissions reporting landscape in fresh produce, why it is becoming increasingly important across the supply chain, how growers […]
Reading Time: 2minutesChemical-resistant varroa mite populations have spread, with cases now confirmed in Victoria and South Australia following earlier detections in New South Wales and Queensland. In Victoria, […]
AUSVEG has invited Neil Rechlin from NextGen to deliver a practical webinar on the fundamentals of Australian competition law and how it applies to horticultural businesses. […]
Reading Time: 3minutesSteve Marafiote, image supplied by Sundrop Farms. It’s been a very big week for Steve Marafiote. Just days after being named Grower of the Year, partnered […]
Reading Time: 8minutesAustralian horticulture has celebrated outstanding contributions to the industry at the 2026 Horticulture Awards for Excellence held at the Hort Connections 2026 Gala Dinner in Adelaide. […]
Reading Time: 4minutesOne of Australia’s most respected chefs, author and fourth generation farmer Matt Moran AM has officially joined the national movement to encourage more Australians to eat […]
Reading Time: 2minutesAUSVEG welcomes the announcement that it will deliver Food and Grocery Code of Conduct training for fresh produce suppliers to major supermarkets, as part of the […]
Reading Time: 2minutesLeading international fresh produce buyers from key export markets will experience world-class Australian horticulture first-hand during an inbound trade mission beginning in South Australia today. The […]
Reading Time: 2minutesAustralian potato growers, support staff and the wider potato industry are set to benefit from a new, five-year workforce training and leadership program. Funded by Hort […]
Reading Time: 4minutesAUSVEG is cautioning against a false sense of security as the impacts of the Middle East conflict continue flowing through Australia’s vegetable industry, leading to continuing […]
Reading Time: 2minutesThe latest breakthroughs, updates and innovations from industry levy-funded R&D projects will be on display for Australian vegetable, potato and onion growers on 1 June in […]
Field vegetable growers are invited to attend a practical in-field session focused on soil health improvement and smarter irrigation management. Hosted by VegNET NSW and WaterWise, […]
Register for this Soil Wealth ICP webinar exploring practical approaches to managing on-farm organic waste and turning waste streams into valuable compost and soil inputs. The […]
Join the PotatoLink R&D Forum, bringing together growers, researchers, advisors, and industry members to explore the latest levy-funded potato research and development projects from across Australia. […]
Join in Penfield for a field walk focused on improving soil health for potato production in South Australia. The field walk will take place at Mitolo […]
Join PotatoLink for a day at Cherry Hill Coolstores to learn about all things seed! Cherry Hill Coolstores have the capacity to handle 15,000 tonnes of […]
Reading Time: 7minutesLast night the Federal Government released its 2026/27 Federal Budget – its first since last year’s election. For Australian vegetable growers looking for relief from the […]
This event brings together farmers, agriculture and energy consultants, peak bodies, and Government representatives to share stories of on-farm renewables, their business case, and discuss what’s […]
Reading Time: 4minutesAussie households could save hundreds of dollars a year while improving their health by eating more Australian-grown vegetables, as cost-of-living pressures continue to bite following the […]
A sustainable approach for weed and soil-borne pathogen management in plasticulture. An in-depth look at Anaerobic Soil Disinfestation (ASD), an emerging non-chemical strategy for managing weeds […]
The Australian-Grown Innovation Program Engage Workshop is a dynamic, free, in-person workshop designed for growers and supply chain participants to explore innovation in horticulture, share insights, and build stronger […]
The vegetablesWA 2026 Myalup Roadshow has been announced! A big day of industry updates and in‑field insights. Speakers will cover: Carrot and onion production Key industry […]
Lodging complete applications with the Department will provide a more streamlined process and will assist with delays in decision making for both employer nominations and visa […]
Plant Empowerment training supports growers to create greenhouse conditions where plants can actively regulate their own processes by balancing energy, climate and crop needs. This full-day […]
Six years after the COVID-19 pandemic rocked the global economy, disrupting supply chains and logistics systems worldwide, the fresh produce industry continues to face systemic volatility: […]
Reading Time: 4minutesOver 100 of Australian horticulture’s best and brightest growers, researchers, and innovators have been announced as finalists in what is shaping as a hotly-contested Horticulture Awards […]
Reading Time: 2minutesThe Australian Government response to the ongoing impacts of the Middle East conflict has so far stopped short of direct financial support for farmers, however, several […]
Reading Time: 4minutesAs the Middle East conflict continues severely impacting and disrupting vegetable growers across Australia, AUSVEG continues to advocate for necessary short, medium and longer-term government commitments […]
Reading Time: 2minutesIt’s just over one month until Hort Connections 2026 gets underway at the Adelaide Convention Centre from Monday 1 to Thursday 4 June, and the impressive […]
As production costs and challenges increase, it’s more important than ever to support growers with the knowledge, tools and insights they need to make informed decisions […]
Reading Time: 4minutesThe major impacts and lasting widespread uncertainty for Australian vegetable growers flowing from the conflict in the Middle East means the vegetable industry must be recognised […]
Here’s what’s on the agenda: How consumers define sustainability when buying fresh produce What sustainable behaviour looks like, including waste reduction and seasonality Packaging trade‑offs, balancing […]
Reading Time: 2minutesWith under two months to go, Hort Connections 2026 is shaping as a crucial gathering of the entire horticulture industry and supply chain, over four action-packed […]
Designed for vegetable, potato, and onion growers, the Annual Vegetable Industry Seminar (AVIS) delivers expert knowledge, practical takeaways, and research-driven insights relevant to today’s industry. Lunch, […]
Explore the hidden life of soil and discover how nematodes influence plant and soil health. Guided by scientists from the Northern Territory and Queensland, participants will […]
In 2026, the entire fresh produce industry will converge at the Adelaide Convention Centre from Monday 1st June to Thursday 4th June. Through the trade show, […]
This webinar will discuss the latest version of the ‘Water supply and demand in the southern Murray-Darling Basin report’ produced and presented by Williams Sale Partnership […]
Reading Time: 6minutesAustralian vegetable growers are committed to providing safe, fresh produce for all Australians but they cannot do it without a fair price. AUSVEG is urging all […]
A hands-on workshop with international soil expert Joel Williams, exploring practical and science-based strategies to improve soil health, boost productivity, and build a more regenerative farming […]
Reading Time: < 1minuteThe uncertainty and upheaval flowing from the conflict in the Middle East have added to the already significant pressures facing vegetable growers across the country. Stress, […]
The 12th annual Ag Innovation Expo, a showcase dedicated to agricultural machinery and technology. Experience live demonstrations in our onsite demo paddock and see equipment in […]
Come and see the latest Polybee uses autonomous drones and AI to capture crop images and provide growers with yield forecasts, crop health data, and harvest optimisation insights through […]
Come along to this interactive workshop out in the paddock and hear from Joel Williams… …an independent plant and soil health educator and consultant who has […]
Reading Time: 4minutesAUSVEG is calling for greater urgency and clarity on plans to relieve surging input costs and shortages for vegetable growers, as widespread uncertainty continues to destabilise […]
Reading Time: 4minutesAustralian vegetable growers are reducing plantings and opting not to harvest existing crops as surges in the costs of critical farm inputs and supply uncertainty threaten […]
Reading Time: 2minutesAUSVEG welcomes the securing of the Australia-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA), emphasising the deal can give a much-needed boost to Australia’s onion industry, while also […]
Reading Time: 10minutesThe Middle East conflict has had an immediate, severe impact on the cost of critical inputs and services required by Australian vegetable growers to grow and […]
Reading Time: 2minutesAUSVEG has congratulated the Hon. Darren Chester MP on his appointment as Shadow Minister for Agriculture, as part of new Shadow Cabinet arrangements announced by the […]
Reading Time: 2minutesMiddle East conflict: Good faith engagement on farm inputs and costs needed to maintain vegetable supply for Australians AUSVEG is urging all supply chain businesses and […]
The Department of Home Affairs, through its Business, Industry and Regional Outreach (BIRO) network, would like to invite you to attend upcoming free information sessions on […]
The Department of Home Affairs’ Business, Industry and Regional Outreach (BIRO) network invites businesses to a free webinar designed to help employers better understand how to […]
The Gippsland Irrigation Expo is back! This one-day event brings together the latest technologies, research, suppliers, and best practices in irrigation management. Why attend? See what’s […]
Maximising value from your irrigation system Key topics Salinity Event Spray Distrubition Cleaning Wind Guest speaker: Jeremy Giddings, Agriculture Victoria Mildura
This practical webinar will provide a clear, non-technical overview of biological products, with a focus on biostimulants such as humates, amino acids and seaweed extracts. We’ll […]
A leading international forum where pioneering scientists, industry innovators, nutrition specialists, policymakers, researchers, and technology developers gather to shape the future of the global food and […]
From October 6 to 8, Madrid will become the global epicenter for operators, retailers, and professionals looking to grow, connect, and transform their business strategies. Fruit Attraction […]
Future Food-Tech connects 500+ leaders from global food brands, forward-thinking ingredient providers, pioneering start-ups, and visionary investor funds. Join senior decision-makers on September 24-25, 2026, to learn […]
GreenTech North America, specifically designed to connect with the North American Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) community. With 90 exhibitors, and over 1,000 expected attendees, GreenTech North […]
Europe’s premier event for agri food pioneers, World Agri-Tech is a must-attend summit for those invested in advancing nature-positive, resilient agriculture and food systems. Join senior decision-makers on September […]
Building on the success of our Rotterdam debut, Food Matters Live will return to the Ahoy Convention Centre on 22-23 September, bringing together Europe’s product development community […]
The theme of the 7th Edition of the Global Vertical Farming Show in Dubai is aimed at Transforming Food Systems to achieve better nutrition, enhance Food […]
Norway’s largest political and societal arena, with several events and debates focused on food security, sustainable agriculture and agrifood tech innovation.
The Groundswell Festival provides a forum for farmers, growers, or anyone interested in food production and the environment to learn about the theory and practical applications […]
World Agri-Tech’s South America Summit spotlights the vast potential the region holds in scaling innovation and driving the global transition to sustainable and climate-smart farming practices.
Future Food-Tech Chicago is where breakthrough innovators unite with global food corporates, investors, ingredient providers, manufacturers and policy makers to forge partnerships, bridge supply gaps and discover the next […]