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Buk Choy
This fact sheet details information on Buk Choy production – where and how does it grow, preparation and cooking, and nutritional value.
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: Expansion through vertical integration
Expanding a vegetable growing business may often include vertical integration, or added value. Making the decision to involve additional processes through the supply chain requires … Read more
Business case: IPM in lettuce
This fact sheet addresses the question: “how much do I need to reduce crop damage to justify the extra costs of higher priced chemicals and … 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: Property relocation Part A
This fact sheet, the first of two parts, provides information that growers should consider when expanding, relocating or subdividing land. There are many financial, water … Read more
Business case: Property relocation Part B
This fact sheet, the second of two parts, provides information that growers should consider when expanding, relocating or subdividing land. There are many financial, water … Read more
Business Decision Making
This fact sheet describes the key factors that need to be considered for making good decisions including risk and uncertainty, people issues and access to … Read more
Business Management: Thinking Through the Numbers
This fact sheet gives you simple tools and methods to help you make good business decisions. It will help you manage your variable and overhead … Read more
Butternut pumpkin
This fact sheet provides an overview of butternut pumpkin, ground preparation, plant spacing, varieties, irrigation, nutrition and irrigation requirements, harvesting, and pests and diseases.