Heat Disinfestation Of Vegetables For Access To Interstate And New Zealand Markets
1 April 2004Developing Cost Effective UV Protection Of Biological Pesticides
1 December 2004
Project overview
On-farm and crop management
Project Code
VX00028
Description
- The Greenhouse Modernisation Project (GMP) was established at a high visibility site at the corner of Old Port Wakefield and Angle Vale Roads at Virginia
- Israeli greenhouse manufacturer Azrom Industries was the initial company to provide a 1,000 sq metre demonstration greenhouse at the site.
- The French greenhouse company Richel subsequently partnered HAL and Virginia Horticulture Centre (VHC) in the construction of a 3,400 sq metre greenhouse.
- Ancillary greenhouse management equipment, hydroponic, irrigation, water management and plant training equipment has been obtained from a range of companies. The Greenhouse Modernisation Project site provides local growers with a showcase for a wide range of greenhouse equipment from numerous manufacturers. This equipment continues to be demonstrated through numerous field days and training sessions.
- The greenhouse growing space has been used to demonstrate a wide range of crops, varieties and growing techniques. The greenhouses have also been used for evaluating varieties, soil and nutrient treatments, hydroponic systems, pollinator bees, IPM pest and disease management systems etc.
Project Provider
Virginia Horticulture Centre