AUSVEG Weekly Update – 11 January 2022

In this edition: Update on COVID-related labour and supply chain issues, ag alert for Ex-TC Tiffany, new Soil Wealth project resources + more!

Feature stories

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Agriculture alert for Ex-TC Tiffany

The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) has today provided an update to AUSVEG regarding Ex-Tropical Cyclone Tiffany for growers. Click here to access the update. For … Read more

Introducing Salvatore Sacca

Salvatore Sacca (pictured) is the general manager/owner of Da’Salvatore, which specialises in the production of unique high-quality lines such as cherry tomatoes, mini cucumbers and … Read more

Industry news

Grants for flood-affected farmers

Flood-affected farmers in New South Wales and Queensland can now apply for grants of up to $50,000 to salvage damaged crops and stock, rebuild fences, … Read more

Plant export: Industry Advisory Notice

The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE) has released a new Industry Advice Notice (IAN) to inform those in the plant export industry – who … Read more

AUSVEG working with local growers to monitor Ballarat storm aftermath

AUSVEG, and its State Member AUSVEG VIC, are monitoring the situation on-the-ground in Ballarat following reports that recent storms and wet weather have impacted much … Read more

AUSVEG update: COVID-related labour and supply chain issues

AUSVEG has represented the vegetable and potato industries to government and in the media to raise industry’s concerns around COVID-related labour shortages and supply chain … Read more

Webinar recording: Soil fumigation – chemical and biological

In the Soil Biology Masterclass 2021 webinar recording below Dr Shane Powell from the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture joins the Soil Wealth ICP team to … Read more

Time to rejig your rig? Five simple steps in spray rig calibration

When was the last time you checked your spray rig? Correct calibration can save you time, money and increase the effective application of chemicals and … Read more

What you need to know when selecting a sorghum summer cover crop

If you’re looking for a suitable break crop this summer that can provide added soil health benefits, consider sorghum (Sorghum bicolor), sudangrass (Sorghum sudanense) and … Read more

Postponed Pest & diseases: Minimising the risk to your farm – Sydney

Due to the COVID-19 situation, AUSVEG, NSW Department of Primary Industries and NSW Local Land Services will be postponing the pest and disease risk minimisation event scheduled … Read more

Have your say on FSANZ’s proposal P1052 – PPP Requirements for Horticulture

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has been asked by ministers responsible for food regulation to look at the best way to manage food safety … Read more

Two new resources available now! Fall armyworm and pest & disease preparedness

A management guide for fall armyworm (FAW) and a manual on farm pest and disease preparedness have been developed by AUSVEG and are now available … Read more

Grow Your Career in Horticulture: AUSVEG video series highlights diverse range of jobs in the sector

AUSVEG has launched the Grow your Career in Horticulture video series highlighting the diverse range of careers in the Australian horticulture industry. The series includes video interviews … Read more

Hort Connections 2022: Early bird registrations open!

6-8 June 2022 | Brisbane Hort Connections 2022 will be held in Brisbane following the successful, COVID-safe delivery of Hort Connections 2021. The theme for … Read more

Weekly round-up

The week’s top media stories

Every week, AUSVEG rounds up the top stories on issues affecting the Australian vegetable industry. Here are this week’s most important news items: People urged … Read more

Minor user permits

AUSVEG regularly lists minor use permits that have recently been issued by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA). Click here to read our … Read more

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