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bi-monthly magazine for Aus Veg Industry
Vegetables Australia is a 56-page, full colour bi-monthly magazine mailed directly to Australian vegetable growers, researchers, and other key members of the vegetable industry. The … Read more
Biodegradable Plastics: The Potential For Australian Potato As An Input For Biodegradable Polymers
The research report deals with the development of bioplastics in the potato industry in Australia. There is growing interest in increasing the share of agricultural … Read more
Brassica Think Tank
The Brassica Think Tank provided key stakeholders with an invaluable opportunity to discuss current R&D projects and the issues facing the vegetable industry. The agenda … Read more
Breeding Advanced Tomato Varieties For Australian And Export Markets
This project was undertaken to produce superior tomato varieties having resistance to Fusarium wilt and incorporate into the varieties high fruit quality, including fruit firmness … 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: 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