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Benchmarking international road transport regulations
This study was designed to identify areas in which the transport cost of vegetables in Australia could be lowered through the introduction of improved regulation, … Read more
Business case developing a block of land for vegetable production
The decision for growers is – should we invest in developing a new block of land to expand production? This fact sheet explores the costs … Read more
Business case: buy a truck or use a contractor
Some growers use contractors to transport produce to a warehouse, packer or a wholesaler, while others prefer to use their own trucks. This fact sheet … Read more
Business case: capsicum grader
The grading of different categories of product has increased meaning the quality of grading is becoming more important as market standards change. This fact sheet … Read more
Business case: New irrigator
There are many considerations to take into account when investing in a new irrigator. It is important to account for depreciation, cost of capital, operating … Read more
Business case: Tractor replacement
Deciding whether or not to invest in a new tractor requires considerable deliberation. Are the benefits worth the capital? This fact sheet works through the … Read more
Calculator: Business case developing a block of land for vegetable production
A calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of investing in new land for vegetable growing.
Calculator: Business case tractor replacement
A calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of investing in a new tractor.
Calculator: Buy a truck or use a contractor?
A calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of investing in a truck or using contractors.
Calculator: Capsicum grader
A calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of investing in a capsicum grader.
Calculator: IPM in lettuce
A calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of investing in IPM methods for lettuce crops
Discussion paper on sourcing of vegetables by Asian economies – A look at the data
The Australian vegetable industry faces high domestic cost structures which make it difficult to compete in international markets, however case studies from Singapore and Japan … Read more