13 May 2022
Hort Innovation has recently contracted AUSVEG to deliver the industry export development program for the vegetable, onion and melon industries. The Multi-Industry Export Program (Vegetables, Onions, […]
15 March 2022
With cumulating pressure from rising farm input costs, labour shortages, operational constraints, international shipping backlogs and expensive freight costs, Australian vegetable grower-exporters continue to ship fresh […]
28 February 2022
With cumulating pressure from rising farm input costs, labour shortages, operational constraints, international shipping backlogs and expensive freight costs, Australian vegetable grower-exporters continue to ship fresh […]
26 November 2021
Throughout 2021, Australian vegetable grower-exporters have demonstrated resilience and hard work to ensure high-quality vegetables continue to make their way onto consumer tables around the world. […]
25 November 2021
Global online shopping has boomed in recent years, and there are some parcels that can have a detrimental effect on Australia’s biosecurity system. Seeds and other […]
24 November 2021
A recent study tour organised for Southern Queensland vegetable growers provided an opportunity to view the technology in use at Boomaroo Nurseries’ Southbrook facility and the […]
5 October 2021
Potato exporters have continued to supply international markets during for the first six months of 2021 while experiencing market and logistical disruptions. Total potato export value […]
14 September 2021
Vegetable exporters have continued to supply international markets during for the first six months of 2021 despite experiencing market and logistical disruptions. Total vegetable export value […]
30 June 2021
On 29 June, the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE) released an Industry Advisory Notice to notify industry that a final 2021–22 horticulture exports cost recovery […]
6 April 2021
The Federal Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment has issued an industry advice notice advising New Zealand has lifted the suspension previously placed on the […]
24 March 2021
A cross-industry horticulture project that has the potential to reduce quarantine testing lag times is underway. Faster quarantine testing will provide several benefits for plant industries […]
15 March 2021
Australia is getting a new legislative framework for agricultural exports on 28 March 2021. Together, the Export Control Act 2020 and Export Control Rules 2021 streamline […]
9 March 2021
The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE) has released a new Industry Advice Notice (IAN), to advise industry that a new plant export legislation […]
15 February 2021
As part of the International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM) flight program, Austrade has confirmed new and extended flight capacity on numerous routes with Qantas and Singapore airlines. Space is […]
27 January 2021
AUSVEG participated in today’s briefing for the horticulture industry on the future of the Federal Government’s International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM) program. Today’s briefing session was […]
19 January 2021
AUSVEG has partnered with Bisnis Asia to create the Build Your Business Overseas – Like A Local cultural business etiquette online training course. Funded through the Department of […]
22 December 2020
Australian vegetable grower-exporters have demonstrated strong resilience in their businesses and supply chains to continue to export during the first three quarters of 2020 and their […]
15 December 2020
Last week, AUSVEG representatives were in Canberra advocating to Federal Government for solutions regarding the Harvest Labour Shortage, which is at a critical stage. AUSVEG and […]
13 October 2020
The Australian Government announced it is committing an additional $317.1 million in funding for the International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM). With $95 million to directly address upcoming summer seasonal demand […]
29 September 2020
Export Facilitators (VG16085) is a strategic levy investment under the Hort Innovation Vegetable Fund, and is designed to increase Australian vegetable exports by supporting growers to capitalise […]
22 September 2020
Click here to read the latest update outlining the vegetable industry’s export performance in the first half of 2020, and AUSVEG’s export activities under the Hort […]
15 September 2020
AUSVEG and the Export Council of Australia have recently launched a new online e-learning training program for aspiring vegetable exporters. The Export Fundamentals for Australian Fruit […]
30 June 2020
The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to an uncertain start to the year for levy-paying vegetable grower-exporters. Market closures, supply chain disruptions and air […]
9 June 2020
In the latest podcast of Export Council of Australia’s Global Podcast, AUSVEG National Manager — Export Development Michael Coote joins ECA members, OBE Organic Managing Director Dalene Wray and Walker Seafood Australia […]
2 June 2020
The International Freight Coordinator General for Austrade, Michael Byrne, on Friday provided an update on the current status and future of International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM): […]
26 May 2020
Last week the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE) announced that the Australian Government has made the decision to not proceed with the proposed Biosecurity […]
19 May 2020
Plant Health Australia has developed a video, fact sheet and brochure aimed to educate the importance of understanding plant biosecurity for farm workers. For anyone working […]
19 May 2020
It’s important for growers to understand the positive role native parasitoid wasps play in controlling biosecurity threats in Australian vegetable and nursery production regions. Click here […]
12 May 2020
AUSVEG welcomes Indonesia’s ratification of the Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IA-CEPA), with the agreement set to help Australian vegetable exporters trade into this important market. […]
28 April 2020
AUSVEG participated in an industry briefing this morning on behalf of the freight community, regarding the International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM), which highlighted important information to assist vegetable exporters with […]
7 April 2020
The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE)’s airfreight assistance team is seeking exporters to register and provide information on their airfreight requirements, following the government’s […]
3 March 2020
Austchilli is a family-owned business founded by David De Paoli in Bundaberg, Queensland, over 20 years ago. Austchilli is a privately-owned, vertically-integrated business that provides sustainable […]
17 December 2019
The Department of Agriculture has released an Industry Advisory Notice to advise industry that exports of fresh cucurbit species produced in Queensland are temporarily suspended to […]
26 November 2019
The Department of Agriculture is currently consulting with industry of its intention to revise and increase the costs charged to exporters of horticultural products. The Cost […]
19 November 2019
Plant Health Australia (PHA) manages and administers a number of projects that support honey bee biosecurity. These include BeeAware; a hub of information for beekeepers and […]
24 September 2019
AUSVEG and Plant Health Australia invite potato growers to have their say on a framework being developed for monitoring pest and diseases that are currently not […]
29 April 2019
A number of workshops will be held in early May to help Western Australian growers learn about biosecurity, pests and diseases.
25 March 2019
Once developed, this strategy will facilitate a coordinated and collaborative approach for biosecurity surveillance in Australian potato production.
30 November 2018
Between 2015 and 2018, AUSVEG delivered levy-funded symposia bringing together leading figures in the Australian vegetable industry and experts in international trade.
18 November 2018
Applications are open for the accreditation of production areas and packhouses/storage facilities to export carrots to Taiwan in 2019. Apply by 10 December 2018!
11 November 2018
The latest Vegetable Industry Export Update includes information on 2017/18 export performance, incoming air freight security measures and new Thai import requirements.
5 November 2018
As Australia works to remain the only country free of Varroa destructor, this masterclass discussed bee pest surveillance and a detection of Varroa mite.
13 August 2018
Gain a better understanding of the practical steps involved in exporting at these two half-day workshops, which are free thanks to industry investment.
12 July 2018
Biosecurity officers intercepted eight giant African snails during a routine baggage inspection at Perth International Airport earlier this month.
18 June 2018
The Export Seminar brought experts with professional and practical experience in exporting to help vegetable growers better understand the process.
14 May 2018
The latest episode of InfoVeg TV speaks with grower Chris Schreurs and other industry members about export support available for Australian vegetable growers.
7 May 2018
The forum sought to increase awareness of plant biosecurity, strengthen the role of local government, and facilitate a process for improving readiness for biosecurity threats.
13 April 2018
Levy-paying growers can get funding for accommodation and return flights to attend these great events, being held at Hort Connections 2018.
9 April 2018
This webinar covered biosecurity planning and lessons from the CGMMV incursion in the NT, featuring AUSVEG's Dr Jessica Lye and NT Farmers' Greg Owens.
6 April 2018
Growers looking to develop their understanding of export documentation and procedural requirements should take advantage of this valuable learning opportunity, with funded accommodation available.
19 March 2018
This webinar, delivered by the VegNET program, will help you better understand on-farm biosecurity and how to protect your farm.
12 February 2018
As international trade is constantly evolving, the data underpinning the analysis of the Vegetable Industry Export Strategy 2020 is updated every year.
9 February 2018
AUSVEG SA will be hosting a workshop for growers interested in learning more about the export process and how to become export-ready.
30 January 2018
Learn about Queensland potato grower David Nix and his on-farm biosecurity practices protecting him from pests and diseases.