Onion rust identification as a biosecurity risk to industry.

To understand onion white rot and its control, infection periods and optimise fungicide applications.

From 2016 to 2022, this investment extended integrated pest management (IPM) practices to onion and potato growers across all major production regions of Australia

This project delivered effective and timely communications to ensure Australian onion growers and other industry stakeholders were kept up-to-date with the latest R&D outcomes, marketing activities, and other industry news and information.

The study of bacterial diseases of onion crops to improve understanding of introduction, spread and survival.

This project, which was completed during 2020, expanded the number of Phenomenom resources available by adding a module that educates children, parents and teachers on the beneficial mood effects of a diet and lifestyle encompassing horticulture products.

Investigate consumer attitude to onions and understand triggers and barriers to purchase, usage and consumption

Education for children about the nutritional benefits of Australian onions through the Phenomenom resources to demonstrate the link between soil health and gut health.

In 2022, this short project facilitated a collaborative identification of key pest (insect, disease and weed) challenges for the Australian potato industry and design of appropriate RD&E concepts to address these issues.

In 2022, this short investment provided the Australian onion industry with a deeper understanding of key global markets to inform future market entry or expansion strategies.

This investment has delivered market insights into the foodservice sector for the avocado, melon, mushroom, onion, papaya, sweetpotato and vegetable industries.

This investment delivered insights into what the international consumer wants across 13 priority markets for the Australian horticulture sector.