20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis research project focused on developing a systems approach to meet market access requirements in tomato and capsicum production in the Bowen region. The research undertaken […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project seeks to provide information to growers and investors on new and existing hydroponic cultivars and their production techniques. This information will assist in expansion […]
12 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe grading of different categories of product has increased meaning the quality of grading is becoming more important as market standards change. This fact sheet weights […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of investing in a capsicum grader. Related ProjectsInnoVeg Local Partnership Program- Collaborative and Innovative Industry Development […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet provides an overview of capsicum and chilli, distribution, Australian distribution, preferred climate and soil types, description, varieties, pests and diseases, fruiting season, and […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe report details about the identification of resistances to tospo viruses affecting capsicums in Australia and the integration of resistance in capsicum breeding material. Research identified […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteDiseases caused by viruses are among the most common cause of loss to capsicum growers across Australia. Symptoms of several virus diseases often appear to be […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA guide (in poster format) to the different diseases and disorders of carrots and other factors affecting carrot packout. Related ProjectsCarrot diseases & other factors affecting […]
12 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA fact sheet outlining the contribution of horticulture to climate change, the impact of climate change on horticulture and ways in which farmers can reduce their […]
10 May 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesQueensland fruit fly (Qfly) is often called Australia’s worst horticultural pest. Capsicums and chillies are particularly suitable hosts, so fruit grown in endemic areas must be […]
10 September 2014
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTasmania’s cool temperate climate and relatively low pest and disease incidence is ideal for greenhouse capsicum production. In1996, Japan granted Tasmania area freedom from Tobacco Blue […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe project allowed for the development of tools to be used in the pest management of tomatoes and capsicums through the investigation of companion planting. Related […]
19 March 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesVegetable growers in the Dry Tropics of Queensland have been using drip irrigation and fertigation systems, in combination with polyethylene mulch film and seedling transplant technology […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteReport describes research on control of Pythium Root rot in Capsicum in tropical and subtropical environments, presenting management practices including the biological suppressiveness of soil and […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project was responsible for the development and preparation of the minor use permits Horticulture Australia Limited, with these applications submitted to the Australian Pesticides and […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project provides a first attempt to develop integrated pest management systems in Capsicum and Eggplant crops, based on a relationship between insect pests and beneficial […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteReport summarises the findings of a study which examines the control options of powdery mildew in capsicums and developing guidelines for the sustainable management of disease. […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet provides an overview of the strategy that aims to delay the development of resistance to new insecticide groups that have effectiveness in controlling […]
3 July 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesDespite a long and somewhat obvious set of impediments, Australia retains a foundation in vegetable exporting that can be used to deliver additional export success. Comparative […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteEffective weed management strategies are limited for capsicum and chilli producers. Current weed management practices include the use of plastic mulch, selective grass herbicides, handweeding or […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis presentation outlines the results from a project that evaluated new herbicides for capsicums and chillies. Related ProjectsEvaluation of new herbicides for capsicums and chillies
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Report details mating disruption trials that were conducted involving the release of high concentrations of sex pheromone of the target species preventing males from finding […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Conference provided new information on a range of endemic virus and potential disease threats to the Australian vegetable industry. The objectives of the travel were […]
28 August 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesHorticulture Australia and the Australian Vegetable industry are seeking a permit for captan (various formulations) for the control of grey mould (Botrytis cinerea) in cucumber, capsicums, […]
15 April 2014
Reading Time: < 1 minuteGrowers of some horticultural crops are left exposed to greater production risk and can incur significant crop losses when pesticides are not registered for use on […]
19 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteGreenhouse design is important in helping to control pests such as whitefly, thrips and aphids. This fact sheet looks at ventilation, mesh materials and the relationship […]
19 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUnderstanding greenhouse design is important for maintaining the heath-humidity balance to provide optimal growing conditions. Related ProjectsManaging a greenhouse capsicum crop – an interactive DVD demonstration […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet provides an overview of the capsicums and chillies – climate requirements, soils, varieties, seedling production, transplanting, spacing, fertilisers, irrigation, protected cultivation, pruning, pests, […]
19 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis online resource package has been based on the renown capsicum grower, Phuong Vo, and provides four modules including information on plant nutrition, greenhouse design, climate […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project details the investigation undertaken into the use of non-chemical postharvest heat treatment against fruit fly, with the current postharvest disinfestation treatment against fruit flies […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project investigated effectiveness of protein bait sprays in controlling fruit flies in tomato and capsicum crops, which will benefit the industry through enhanced market access […]
19 March 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesIn soil-based production systems poor soil health, soilborne diseases, soil salinity and increasing pressures on production are severely restricting productivity for many growers. In addition, vegetable […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteLow technology greenhouses offer only limited control of the growing environment but are widely used in the greenhouse industry. However, for growers wanting to upgrade their […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project aimed to increase IPM adoption by vegetable growers in Western Australia, especially the northern Perth Area. To increase IPM adoption, growers were able to […]
3 October 2016
Reading Time: 2 minutesTwo long term productivity trials were established at the DAF Gatton research Facility over the course of this project. The trials investigated the value of rootstocks, […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project focuses on major disease problems in greenhouse cucumbers and capsicums. Improved management strategies were identified and evaluated along with assisting in in their adoption […]
24 August 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSurveys as part of the project have found that virus diseases are an important cause of loss to the vegetable industry. Crops which are often severely […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis report enhances the understanding of the effectiveness of genetic resistances to both Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus (TSWV) and Bacterial Spot and Capsicum chlorosis virus (CCV) […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project was conducted to determine the efficiency of N usage by bell pepper grown with plastic mulch and trickle irrigation and to define a rate […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis report informs growers and industry that integrated pest management centred on cultural management tactics can effectively reduce crop loss from Tomato Spotted wilt Virus in […]
18 January 2015
Reading Time: < 1 minuteInfotech Research conducted a series of 22 energy audits of levy paying vegetable growers in 2014, as part of a project with Horticulture Innovation Australia Limited […]
3 July 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe management practices of recognised champion greenhouse grower Phuong Vo from the Vietnamese community in Virginia, have been captured in text and video as an illustrative […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteConsumer demand for quality products is increasing. Concern about the presence of chemical impurities has resulted in monitoring and research into food quality in Australia. Cadmium […]
19 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet provides useful information on a range of pest management practices, including integrated pest management, farm bio-security, crop monitoring, crop hygiene and more. Related […]
19 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis third module review important practices for managing crops through the entire growth cycle. The implementation of the best management practices will promote higher yields and […]
19 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet provides useful information on a range of pest management practices, including integrated pest management, farm bio-security, crop monitoring, crop hygiene and more. Related […]
14 April 2016
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe objective of this project was to identify new occasions, seasons, or ways to consume vegetables that have the most potential to increase demand. Lack of […]
21 March 2017
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project focused on two previously untested methods for managing and monitoring fruit fly in vegetable crops; netting and repellents, and attraction with UV light. Floating […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis report investigates improved pest management systems for three vegetable crops in the Dry tropics region of North Queensland, which include capscium, eggplant and sweet corn. […]
18 December 2014
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThere is an increasing need in Australia’s horticulture industry to monitor and gauge consumer perception and behaviour in relation to fresh vegetables. Colmar Brunton conducts monthly […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe main purpose of the project was to develop a mass rearing system for Orius armatus so that it could be used by the vegetable industry. […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project commenced in the 1989-90 cropping season with the objective of introducing to outdoor capsicum and tomato crops on the Northern Adelaide Plains (NAP) the […]
19 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet looks at salinity as a management issue, and outlines strategies for measuring and dealing with excessive salinity in greenhouse soils. Related ProjectsManaging a […]
19 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet reviews techniques and practices for preparing for your next crop, including: soil testing, fallowing, rotating, ripping, leaching, fumigating, composting, pre-plant nutrient replacement and […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project involves the assessment of foliar diseases among cucumber, capsicum and eggplant crops in commercial greenhouses, in conjunction with the collection of climate data, in […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe project facilitates the development of sustainable quality capsicum production in Carnarvon. This involved the identification of suitable varieties that will meet quality specifications and growing […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 2-page fact sheet discusses tobacco mosaic virus (TMV), tomato mosaic virus (ToMV) and pepper mild mottle virus (PMMV), their host plants and the symptoms they […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 2-page fact sheet discusses tobacco mosaic virus (TMV), tomato mosaic virus (ToMV) and pepper mild mottle virus (PMMV), their host plants and the symptoms they […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 2-page fact sheet discusses tobacco mosaic virus (TMV), tomato mosaic virus (ToMV) and pepper mild mottle virus (PMMV), their host plants and the symptoms they […]
9 September 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesKey Components The research project consisted of two key components: – Exploratory qualitative research – Online quantitative research The qualitative research consisted of three separate methods; […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteProject details research which determined the causes of sudden wilt within capsicum crops, with trials and experiments undertaken revealing both environmental factors and pathogens are responsible. […]
12 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet lists important production statistics relating to capsicum, chillies, peppers, lettuces, french and runner beans, and potatoes in Queensland. Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program […]
12 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA fact sheet discussing the difference types of viruses found in vegetable crops in Australia, their transmission and strategic measures for control and management. Related ProjectsIntegrated […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project identified, screened and collected efficacy, crop safety and residue data for a range of new herbicides for capsicum and chilli production. Related ProjectsWeed Management […]
25 June 2017
Reading Time: < 1 minuteProject Harvest aimed to identify opportunities for Australia’s vegetable industry through identifying trends in purchase and consumption, in perceptions of value, retail channel preferences, triggers and […]
26 June 2017
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project was an extension of project VG12078. Project Harvest aimed to identify opportunities for Australia’s vegetable industry through identifying trends in purchase and consumption, in […]
17 July 2017
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Vegetable Industry Market Access and Development Program (VG13097) was set up to facilitate, co-ordinate and communicate market access and market development information and opportunities to […]
11 August 2017
Reading Time: < 1 minuteZebra chip disease, caused by Candidatus Liberibacter psyllaurous and vectored by the tomato potato psyllid (TPP), Bactericera cockerelli, is a devastating disease of potato and other […]
11 January 2018
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe purpose of this project was to review viruses of national importance to the Australian vegetable industry with emphasis on providing recommendations for future investments. The […]
11 January 2018
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA fresh-market capsicum improvement program has developed genetic resistances to two tospoviruses, Capsicum chlorosis virus (CaCV) and Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) in new parent lines […]
11 January 2018
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn-field management of fruit flies in fruiting vegetable crops has relied heavily on regular cover sprays with dimethoate and fenthion. However, recent restrictions in their use, […]
23 January 2018
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project has compiled and communicated the latest in postharvest technology for vegetables. Information has been collated from the scientific literature, books and reports. In addition, […]
30 April 2018
Reading Time: 2 minutesAdaptation and adoption of risk-mitigating technologies for vegetable crops in the Australian tropics could help overcome marketable yield losses caused by climate variability and extreme weather […]
9 May 2018
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAustralia has a modest vegetable but growing protected cropping industry. Estimates of vegetable production under protected cropping vary from 498 – 1,300 ha, with tomatoes accounting […]
13 August 2018
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSince 2011, the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) has operated a surveillance program to monitor for incursions of TPP in eastern Australian processing potato crops using […]
31 March 2019
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIncreased climate variability is a key challenge facing the Australian vegetable industry. Heat waves, heavy rain, unseasonal frosts, hail and other extreme weather events can reduce […]
3 August 2021
Reading Time: 2 minutesThis project, which ran from 2017 to 2020, helped vegetable growers to develop practical approaches for pest control, building on previous research from Australia and around […]
1 October 2021
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Naturally Nutritious project, which ran from 2016 until 2021, investigated the health benefits of a range of fruit, vegetables, and nuts to inform the development […]
7 February 2022
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSmart glass film reduces heat gain during high radiation hot days and blocks heat loss at night or on cold days, provides better heat insulation than […]
30 January 2023
Reading Time: 2 minutesFrom 2017 to 2022, this investment supported the running of the National Vegetable Protected Cropping Centre to deliver vegetable-focused protected cropping research and development for the […]
30 January 2023
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis investment, which ran from 2019 to 2022, explored tomato potato psyllid (TPP) disinfestation treatments that will help support the trade of fresh produce from Western […]
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22 April 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesSoil health has been a focus of far-north Queensland vegetable grower Jamie Jurgens and his family since they established Jurgens Produce in Bowen in 1975. According […]
21 May 2021
28 September 2023
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe inexperience advantage They started green behind the ears, but that’s now turned to gold as North Queensland growers Pirrone Brothers rack up the awards. In […]
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