As part of the National Agrichemical Management Program, AUSVEG is committed to providing timely advice to stakeholders regarding upcoming chemical reviews and changes to agrichemical […]
AUSVEG is calling on Australia’s commercial vegetable growers to take part in the latest Vegetable Industry Sentiment Survey to ensure that most urgent industry issues are […]
The National Soil Monitoring Program (NSMP) is now underway and gathering momentum. We’ll describe details about the design, site locations, what’s happening on the ground, the […]
Improving water use efficiency and management of pests and diseases in Geraldton vegetable production Join us for an informative afternoon of learning and discussion. The focus will be on protected cropping, […]
VegNET Gippsland is pleased to announce an upcoming Agri Chemical Masterclass presented by Peter Del Santo from AgAware Consulting. Format 2-hour Masterclass + 1-hour Q&A Catering […]
Agriculture Victoria, in conjunction with irrigation monitoring and management services company Green Brain (now owned by CropX), is offering a half day workshop for irrigators looking […]
Drip Irrigation Monitoring and Maintenance Course Get the most out of your system and join Agriculture Victoria for a half day session on drip irrigation monitoring […]
AUSVEG is inviting vegetable and onion producers and industry stakeholders to lodge their Expression of Interest for four international study tours to be held over the […]
Are you under 40 and working or studying in horticulture? Join Young Horties for An Evening with Professor Patrick Brown, proudly sponsored by Omnia Australia. Held in […]
AUSVEG, the peak industry body for Australia’s vegetable industry, has long warned of the impact on the vegetable industry of the increasing compliance burden, to the […]
These Strategic Agrichemical Review Process (SARP) reports are funded by Hort Innovation to investigate pest problems, agrichemical usage and pest management alternatives for horticulture industries across Australia. […]
Young Grower: Craig Dingle from Kalfresh Vegetables, with Nick Koch from Corteva at the 2025 Horticulture Awards for Excellence. The best and brightest in Australian horticulture […]
Senator the Hon Anthony Chisholm, Assistant Minister for Agriculture, launched the latest edition of the AUSVEG Growing a Career in Horticulture at Hort Connections 2025 today […]
AUSVEG has welcomed the $1.5 million commitment made by the federal government today, to support the largest horticulture conference and trade show in the southern hemisphere, […]
Over 80 of the Australian horticulture industry’s finest growers, researchers, and innovators have been named as finalists across nine categories of the Horticulture Awards for Excellence […]
Eradication of tomato brown rugose fruit virus not feasible On 29 May 2025, the National Management Group (NMG) for emergency plant pest responses agreed that it is no longer […]
There is less than a week until Hort Connections 2025, Australia and New Zealand’s flagship horticulture event, gets underway at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, […]
The Annual Vegetable Industry Seminar (AVIS) is returning to Hort Connections 2025 with a full-day program showcasing the latest in R&D, innovation and practical strategies for […]
AUSVEG has welcomed Opposition Leader Sussan Ley’s unveiling of her Shadow Ministry.  The national peak industry body for Australia’s vegetable, potato and onion growers congratulates […]
Fruit and vegetable buyers from key export markets in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions will arrive in Brisbane tomorrow for a first-hand view of Australia’s […]
Last week, AUSVEG’s newly appointed National Agrichemical Manager David Daniels attended a national workshop convened by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) in Armidale. […]
Vegetable, potato and onion growers have the opportunity to learn about the latest breakthroughs and information from R&D levy funded projects, as industry experts share their […]
AUSVEG has signed on as a Platinum Sustaining Partner of the World Potato Congress, as part of its ongoing commitment and duty to represent Australia’s potato […]
Julius will be travelling to Tasmania to share his experience with growers and industry following his presentation at the Hort Connections Conference in Brisbane. What to […]
The Hort Connections 2025 program is shaping up with a diverse and engaging line-up of expert speakers set to wow growers and industry delegates at the […]
AUSVEG is pleased to announce the appointment of David Daniels as National Agrichemical Manager to lead its agrichemical program. In this new AUSVEG role, David will […]
Back by popular demand – the Gatton AgTech Showcase returns 15th & 16th October 2025. This builds on the success of the 2023 inaugural event, which brought together […]
As the spread of Varroa mite continues to reshape the landscape for bees and pollination in Australia, understanding its potential long-term impacts is critical. In this […]
On-farm renewables are a valuable opportunity for farmers to cut costs and emissions. This event brings together farmers, agriculture and energy consultants, peak bodies and Government […]
AUSVEG has welcomed confirmation of the Albanese Government’s ministerial line-up, which features new and returning faces in portfolios critical to the interests of Australian vegetable growers. […]
This 1-hour webinar will explore key findings from Vegetable and Onion levy-funded project MT24001 focused on understanding Australia’s vegetable export capabilities and how they stack up […]
In the past week AUSVEG CEO Michael Coote has been interviewed on TV talking about the issues facing the industry and also the AUSVEG election priorities. […]
The 2025 federal election campaign will reach a conclusion this Saturday 3 May when Australians decide the leadership of our country for the next three years. […]
It has been 12 years since any significant changes to PCN regulation in Australia. Agriculture Victoria has been leading a national review of PCN management. AUSVEG, […]
Join for a farm walk, presentations and networking BBQ at the Soil Wealth ICP demonstration site at Butler Market Gardens. The farm walk will focus on […]
Leading vegetable growers, industry and federal political figures are convening in northern Tasmania this morning to address the key challenges facing the vegetable industry during the […]
The Symposium for the Use of Organic Soil Amendments (SUOSA) will take place on the Southern Gold Coast from 16 to 18 September 2025, bringing together experts from […]
Australia and New Zealand’s flagship horticulture event, Hort Connections 2025, is being held in Queensland this year at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, from Wednesday […]
AUSVEG is encouraging Australian vegetable growers to make the most of a new online resource which has put a wealth of productivity-enhancing R&D information at their […]
Hort Innovation’s investment planning system is critical to achieving the vision of a prosperous and sustainable horticulture industry, built on innovation. With the current system of […]
AgTech Update: Tom McCue Biotechnology R&D Manager at Hort Innovation will provide an update on the AgTech space, Leadership & Study Tours. Waterfind: A market update […]
This interactive webinar will help simplify international IP protection with the latest information from IP Australia. Tailored for Australian business looking to expand into new overseas markets, […]
Understand the agriculture landscape in Vietnam. Get insights and updates from industry experts on the market opportunities and challenges, how to navigate them and how to […]
Last night, on Tuesday 25 March, the Federal Government released its 2025/26 Federal Budget – its last before an election, to be called any day. With […]
Join us at the 2025 Ag Innovation Expo! Join us from April 14th to 16th for a showcase of agricultural machinery and technology. The Expo will feature live […]
AUSVEG acknowledges the release of the final report of Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) supermarkets inquiry, as well as the Government’s in principle support of […]
Preparations are ramping up for Australia and New Zealand’s flagship horticulture event, Hort Connections 2025, to take place at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre from […]
Input costs and trends Despite some growth in retail sales dollar value, Australian vegetable growers remain under extreme cost pressures, with recent data also revealing a significant […]
Following the resounding success of the inaugural event in August 2024, the Fresh Produce Safety Centre Australia-New Zealand are excited to announce the dates for the […]
Join a live webinar series designed to help you navigate the skills assessment process for popular Science, Health and Agriculture Occupations: Pharmacy Technician and Microbiologist. Who […]
BioAgTech brings together scientists, industry leaders, policymakers and others alike to collaborate on sustainable practices and advancements in BioAg. You can also attend virtually! Use the […]
Join to hear from growers and technology manufacturers on the current developments in advanced vegetable harvesting solutions AGENDA 5:00 PM – 5:10 PM AEST: VegMech Project […]
The Wheen Bee Foundation are hosting a FREE Webinar! Join Lea Hannah Project Manager Powerful Pollinators, Dr Anna Carrucan, Second-generation beekeeper & botanist, ecologist & conservation […]
AUSVEG has welcomed today’s commitment from the Australian Government to a National Food Security Strategy as recognition of the importance of shoring-up future food supply, and […]
Agriculture Victoria and Queensland Department of Primary Industries (QDPI) are hosting a free crop walk to provide growers insight into fall armyworm identification and management in […]
AUSVEG has welcomed the release of the final report of the Parliamentary Inquiry into Food and Beverage Manufacturing – in particular its call for a coordinated […]
New data released today in the Horticulture Statistics Handbook shows a $140 million drop in the overall farmgate value of vegetables produced in Australia during 2023-24, […]
Join VegNET Tasmania for a 30-minute webinar to get essential insights into Fall Armyworm (FAW), a major pest threatening Australia’s horticulture sector and beyond. First detected […]
Drop in when it suits, or lock in your spot – register here. Visitors can unknowingly bring pests, diseases and weeds onto a farm. Dirty boots, […]
Drop in when it suits, or lock in your spot – register here. Visitors can unknowingly bring pests, diseases and weeds onto a farm. Dirty boots, […]
Drop in when it suits, or lock in your spot – register here. Visitors can unknowingly bring pests, diseases and weeds onto a farm. Dirty boots, […]
Relentless margin squeeze continues to challenge vegetable industry viability An ongoing cost-of-production crisis and lack of farm profitability has again led to a third of vegetable […]
An ongoing cost-of-production crisis and lack of farm profitability has again led to a third of vegetable growers considering leaving the industry within the next year […]
AUSVEG has welcomed the Government’s decision to discharge the Biosecurity Protection Levy legislation from the Senate. The biosecurity tax would have seen Australian vegetable growers, and […]
Come and have a chat to Agriculture Victoria Food Safety staff. Information and resources will be available to help growers navigate the new Food Safety Standards […]
Come and have a chat to Agriculture Victoria Food Safety staff. Information and resources will be available to help growers navigate the new Food Safety Standards […]
Come and have a chat to Agriculture Victoria Food Safety staff. Information and resources will be available to help growers navigate the new Food Safety Standards […]
As a part of reform measures outlined in the Migration Strategy, the Australian Government is introducing the National Innovation visa and changes to the Temporary Skill […]
Agriculture Victoria has been delivering the On-Farm Emissions Action Plan pilot as part of its commitment under the Agriculture Sector Emissions Reduction Pledge to provide practical […]
Join AUSVEGSA, SA Produce Market and PIRSA for their next grower meetings on Thursday 13th February and Friday 14th February 2025. The two meetings are an […]
Join AUSVEGSA, SA Produce Market and PIRSA for their next grower meetings on Thursday 13th February and Friday 14th February 2025. The two meetings are an […]
Join the Soil Wealth ICP, PotatoLink, VegNET and Fall armyworm projects for a field event exploring topics of improving soil health using cover crops, Fall armyworm […]
Join PotatoLink for a field walk at the PotatoLink Victorian demonstration site, where they are exploring ways to optimise fertiliser practices for potato crops. The demonstration […]
As the leading resource for Australian growers and horticulture enthusiasts, the Handbook provides insights into the trends and changes shaping the Australian horticulture industry during 2023-24. […]
The 10th ever Premier’s Horticulture Industry Awards for Excellence 2025, proudly brought to you by AUSVEG SA, the Government of South Australia, and longstanding event partner […]
AUSVEG has partnered with the Outdoor Media Association (OMA) and Health and Wellbeing Queensland to reverse the trend of falling vegetable consumption through education and behaviour […]
Hort Innovation Australia, in collaboration with AUSVEG and Impact Innovation, invites vegetable growers across Australia to a dedicated workshop-style webinar focusing on the challenges and needs […]
Hort Innovation Australia, in collaboration with AUSVEG and Impact Innovation, invites agronomists, extension officers, and supply chain partners (e.g. AgChem, Input Suppliers, etc.) across Australia to […]
AUSVEG is continuing to provide updates on the national biosecurity response following the detection of tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) in South Australia in August. […]
Expressions of interest are open! Join the Soil Wealth ICP team for a hands-on, two-day Soil Health Masterclass designed specifically for vegetable and melon growers and […]
Join the SWICP team as we talk with the (VG17012) Internal fruit rot of capsicums project team. Dr Jenny Ekman, Dr Len Tesoriero, Dr Naomi Diplock […]
Drop in when it suits, or lock in your spot – register here. Visitors can unknowingly bring pests, diseases and weeds onto a farm. Dirty boots, […]
Drop in when it suits, or lock in your spot – register here. Visitors can unknowingly bring pests, diseases and weeds onto a farm. Dirty boots, […]
Facilitated by Allison Clark Agritourism has been identified as a priority across Australia to strengthen rural and regional economies. Agritourism is gaining popularity, and many farmers […]
Facilitated by Doris Blaesing Are you a farmer, agronomist, field officer or have a stake in protecting Tasmania’s plant and animal industries? Join us for an interactive […]
Join PotatoLink for a field walk at the PotatoLink Tasmanian demonstration site, where they are exploring ways to optimise fertiliser practices for potato crops. The demonstration […]
Looking for some summer listening? Why not get up to speed on some of the key issues, challenges and opportunities facing our industry, with the Advocacy Edition of the Vegalogue Podcast. With five insightful […]
The roll out and implementation of new primary production and processing standards for berries, leafy vegetables, and melons is due to commence from 12 February 2025 […]
The next transition to management webinar for Queensland will be held online at 6 pm (AEST) on 23 January 2025. It will cover: Innovation projects being […]
Hort Innovation Australia, in collaboration with AUSVEG and Impact Innovation, invites researchers to a focused workshop-style webinar aimed at identifying research gaps and driving future innovations […]