8 February 2015
Building on established relationships from the 2013 Reverse Trade Mission, AUSVEG worked closely with the Australian Trade Commission (Austrade) to select the best candidates to attend […]
20 July 2012
This project was designed to deliver information and stimulate the adoption of disease management practices resulting from brassica research. It was designed to enhance the ability […]
20 July 2012
This project provides a market-based analysis of the Japanese melon industry. Its objective is to establish a market profile of melons in Japan that would help […]
20 July 2012
The project aimed to produce an export development plan through a collaborative process with the industry, which would act as a model for other horticultural industries […]
20 July 2012
The project investigates the impact of Western Australian seed potato use upon the productivity of crisp processing crops grown in West Java. Related ProjectsA Partnership To […]
20 July 2012
This report investigated and presents the incident of after cooking darkening (ACD) of potatoes. Significant reductions in the incidences and severity of the disorder were obtained […]
20 July 2012
The export cauliflower industry has grown rapidly in the past but now has reached a mature phase where the growth has slowed. The main export markets […]
19 January 2014
Developing international export markets has been identified as a key priority for the Australian vegetable industry and will be important in securing future profitability for Australian […]
20 July 2012
This project seeks to provide information to growers and investors on new and existing hydroponic cultivars and their production techniques. This information will assist in expansion […]
20 July 2012
This strategy aims to provide a coordinated and planned approach to communications for the AusHort Research and Development Program. The core objectives of the strategy are […]
20 July 2012
The project VG09152 Australian Vegetable Industry Carbon Footprint Tool: Grower Adoption and Education was developed to work along-side another HAL funded project (VG09187) working on the […]
20 July 2012
This report details the Australian Vegetable Industry Conference, Sydney, which focused on the delivery of Research and Development outcomes and the future direction for a profitable […]
19 March 2013
The development of the SIP used the following 8 key interconnecting components: 1. Planning – Included scope refinement, scheduling interviews, interview questions, literature review and kick […]
8 February 2015
A benchmarking study was carried out by the independent company Euromonitor International over the course of 16 weeks, from 28 March, 2014 to 21 July, 2014. […]
30 July 2015
This study was designed to identify areas in which the transport cost of vegetables in Australia could be lowered through the introduction of improved regulation, facilities, […]
20 July 2012
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 objectives […]
12 September 2013
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 analyses […]
11 September 2013
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 information. […]
12 September 2013
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 costs, […]
20 July 2012
Buttercup squash is a potential new export crop for Tasmania because of its declared freedom from fruit fly, suitable climate, experienced growers and export awareness and […]
13 September 2013
This case study explores the benefits and considerations for selling produce direct to the public. Direct sales may involve farrmers’ markets, roadside stalls, pick-your-own or on-farm […]
13 September 2013
This case study has been put together to encourage vegetable growers to learn from each other about business. Topics include building a market, managing risk and […]
13 September 2013
This case study was put together to help vegetable growers understand their businesses better. Use this fact sheet to help gauge the performance of your business. […]
20 July 2012
This final report details the ViCSPA Potato Seed Certification Workshop that was successfully held from the 1st to 5th December 2008. The venue was the Primary […]
20 July 2012
The purpose of the workshop is to facilitate the uniform application of standards to produce quality certified seed potatoes for all Australian domestic and export markets. […]
20 July 2012
The 5th World Potato Congress was held in March 2004 in Kunming in the Yunnan Province in the South West of China. This project supports the […]
13 September 2013
There are opportunities for growers to take advantage of the Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI) by developing carbon credits, although carbon offset production involves a holistic approach […]
20 July 2012
Codex standards are used as global benchmarks. Although Australia (and NZ and Chile) do not have domestically enforced quality standards, the other 39 countries around the […]
20 July 2012
Over this two-year project period (July 2004 to June 2006), a total of approximately 26,5000 Access to Asian Foods newsletters were delivered to subscribers all over […]
20 July 2012
A review was conducted on the relative impact of genetic quality characteristics and the supply chain on consumer satisfaction of strawberries in Australia. This study is […]
20 July 2012
This report collates information on the nutritional attributes of vegetables and their role on a healthy diet. It describes factors that may affect thoses attributes. Related […]
13 September 2013
This Consumer & Market fact sheet provides an introduction to vegetable consumption in the Australian market. It also covers some common market terms used in Consumer […]
15 January 2014
Prior to this research there was very little consumer research relating to the value-added, green leaf, category. This project provides important insights into consumer purchase behaviour […]
20 July 2012
This study was developed to identify key social and psychological beliefs surrounding the population’s willingness to increase their vegetable consumption, through the use of focus groups […]
20 July 2012
This project involved the research, writing, translation, and distribution of 12 issues of the ‘Access to Asian Foods’ newsletter over the two years. The newsletter plays […]
8 February 2015
Engagement with key stakeholder groups (including growers, industry associations, grower associations, wholesalers/markets, retailers, educators, public and community health groups, food writers and chefs) was integral to […]
14 April 2016
This project has been funded by Horticulture Innovation Australia Limited using the vegetable industry levy and funds from the Australian Government. Since levy paying farms have […]
20 July 2012
This project provided a coordinated response to Codex chemical issues, both nationally and internationally, from within the Australian horticulture. Related ProjectsCoordinating Horticulture’s Response To CodexThis project […]
20 July 2012
The project analysed market opportunities in north and south east Asia for vegetable products, both fresh and processed from the region and matched this analysis with […]
20 July 2012
The Australian Potato Industry has identified the need for a national marketing strategy for fresh potatoes. This strategy is required if the industry is to build […]
20 July 2012
The report provides growers with information on opportunties that exist to diversify businesses away from main stream vegetable production. The project investigates optimal conditions for burdock, […]
20 July 2012
This project identifies barriers to the expansion of local and export opportunities for globe artichokes, development of protocol for frozen product, increase understanding of consumer acceptance […]
17 August 2015
Developing new markets for export has been identified as critical for the Australian vegetable industry and will be vital in securing the future profitability of the […]
20 July 2012
Potato growers face increased demands for higher quality produce and tighter environmental standards. As such, they need to find ways of controlling diseases like black dot, […]
20 July 2012
The main purpose of this report is to highlight the identified potential export markets to the Middle East and Europe for Australian Asparagus. This initial identification […]
20 July 2012
The report summarises the details of establising ongoing export and trade of the Asian root crops taro, yam, yam bean and or sweet potato to Japan […]
20 July 2012
Development Of The Fresh Sweet Corn Industry To Meet The Requirements Of Australian & Export Markets
This report evaluated material produced from a breeding programs to ensure a market driven focus for the fresh market. Evaluation of germplasm and commercial hybrids from […]
20 July 2012
This industry development project was established to aid the development of the pickling vegetable industry in the Riverina. During the 12 months of this project, the […]
13 September 2013
Trade is becoming an increasingly important issue for the Australian vegetable industry. This paper examines the current state of the vegetable export market by analysing individual […]
13 September 2013
This discussion paper comments on ABARES survey data of vegetable growing operations conducted in 2012, looking at the vegetable industry’s financial performance, new technologies, export opportunities […]
13 September 2013
The Australian vegetable industry faces high domestic cost structures which make it difficult to compete in international markets, however case studies from Singapore and Japan show […]
13 September 2013
This paper examines whether movement in the exchange rate of the Australian dollar is the major explanatory factor for changes in the level of vegetable imports. […]
13 September 2013
Annual surveys by the Australian Bureau of Agriculture and Resource Economics (ABARE) are undertaken to measure the financial performance of Australian vegetable farms. This paper analyses […]
13 September 2013
This discussion paper examined the costs of vegetable farms in the USA compared with those in Australia. Similarities were found between the two countries with regard […]
13 September 2013
Discussion paper on vegetable import data and the implications for the Australian vegetable industry
This discussion paper explores vegetable imports around the world in 2011-12, drawing on economic data it challenges some widely held views and considers the impact of […]
20 July 2012
This report identifies new tomato varieties with the potential for export to New Zealand along with the development of treatments that increase the level of quarantine […]
3 July 2013
Despite a long and somewhat obvious set of impediments, Australia retains a foundation in vegetable exporting that can be used to deliver additional export success. Comparative […]
8 February 2015
The use of fenthion as a post harvest dip treatment for fresh horticultural commodities that are host to pest fruit flies has been restricted due to […]
20 July 2012
This tour report details Dr Mitchell’s visit to a number of vegetable farms in Tasmania and gave a seminar to growers and service providers in Devonport. […]
20 July 2012
This project consolidates information on Australian vegetable industry production has improved the breadth and accuracy of the industry database for future statistical analysis. Identification of gaps […]
19 March 2013
The project aimed improve the range of economic data available; research and analyze that data and provide a range of economic information and to apply economic […]
15 April 2014
ABARES was commissioned by Horticulture Australia Limited (HAL) to conduct annual surveys of vegetable growing farms in order to develop a time series of data. The […]
20 July 2012
A previous Eda-Mame project involving HRDC, Edgell-Birdseye and QDPI, VG025, concluded that commercialisation of the frozen Eda-Mame industry in Queensland could not proceed until superior varieties […]
20 July 2012
The Enhanced Risk Analysis Tools (ERAT) project has developed an interactive approach to priority setting for the future. It draws on state-of-the-art simulation modelling and novel […]
20 July 2012
The Study investigates the numerous layers of legislation that must be complied with for all food imported in Australia. The report identifies key findings regarding the […]
20 July 2012
This project was undertaken to view firsthand highly efficient Dutch growing methods and glasshouse systems that have been developed for more than 30 years. The Australian […]
20 July 2012
The recent availability of the round or whole seed from certified seed schemes in Australia has given growers a new option when deciding what seed to […]
20 July 2012
The project was undertaken to improve the quality, yield and scheduling of cauliflower for export from the Manjimup/Pemberton district by identifying the causes of yield loss […]
20 July 2012
This market study was designed to identify opportunities to expand Australian exports of fresh tomatoes to world markets. The study was to provide a broader global […]
20 July 2012
This project was undertaken to develop the “best practice” handling procedure for white onions for export. It assessed onion temperature in the field at or near […]
20 July 2012
This project identifies the potential export of frozen organic and low chemical vegetables to East Asia and the European union. Related ProjectsExport Opportunities For Frozen Organic […]
20 July 2012
Report assessed the export opportunties for broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, celery and capsicum across 10 East Asian Markets. The report also provides evaluation of the current status […]
18 November 2013
Exporting to China – A Symposium for Vegetable Growers was convened on Sunday 2 June at Jupiters Gold Coast, Queensland. The aim of the Symposium was […]
20 July 2012
This project was undertaken to develop an efficient and effective industry communication network in order to facilitate the exchange of information within the Tasmanian vegetables industry […]
20 July 2012
A consulting study undertaken to facilitate the communication and development of the vegetable industry in NSW. Related ProjectsFacilitating the communication and development of the Vegetable Industry […]
20 July 2012
The Industry Development Officer (IDO) concept was developed by Horticulture Australia some years ago to promote stronger communication links and better dissemination of information within the […]
6 March 2016
Extension of research and development outputs and other information remains a critical factor in advancing the vegetable industry. Along with a range of other extension tools, […]
14 April 2016
The Potato Industry Extension Program (PT11004) was the Australian potato industry’s key source of R&D information. Aimed specifically at growers, agronomists and processors, the program aimed […]
14 April 2016
Vegetables Australia is the flagship print communication tool for the communication programs funded by the National Vegetable Levy, rising from its launch in July 2005 to […]
20 July 2012
This final report communicates the successful delivery of the project of the PCN National Management Plan. A National Potato Cyst Nematode (PCN) Plan will demonstrate that […]
15 April 2014
The performance of chicory in a subtropical environment has been assessed by staff of the Queensland Horticulture Institute, Department of Primary Industries for Belgium firm Orafti. […]
20 July 2012
The report examines safety aspects and potential health risks associated with imported vegetable products due to the presence of either chemical residues or microbial contamination. Also […]
20 July 2012
This project undertook comprehensive market and industry research for developing a market development strategy for fresh potatoes for the Australian Potato Industry. It identified and quantified […]
20 July 2012
This project was undertaken to provide benchmarking data on the quality and handling of fresh potatoes at retail for project PT2015, Supply chain-handling systems for premium […]
20 July 2012
This project is about creating a tool to monitor the market growth and market share trends for Fruit and Vegetables across both categories of product and […]
20 March 2013
The Future Technologies Seminar was held on Wednesday 9 May 2012 at the Wrest Point Hotel Casino in Hobart. The seminar brought together 34 growers to […]
20 July 2012
This study tour enabled a firsthand observation of the Canadian growing methods and glasshouse systems that have been developed over more than 20 years. The Australian […]
20 July 2012
The purpose of this report was to assess existing, new and emerging greenhouse technologies and how they may be integrated in existing systems in Australia. This […]
20 July 2012
This program, developed specifically for the vegetable industry to help growers make informed decisions about potential profitability on their farms, provides a systematic method for comparing […]
12 September 2013
This fact sheet has been designed to explain gross margins and the benefits of gross margin analysis, as how to use the ‘VegTool’ as a method […]
20 July 2012
This project addresses the issues of underestimation of value and volume of vegetable production in NSW by collecting readily available data from multiple sources, and conducting […]
20 July 2012
This project was undertaken to investigate the potential for a grower registration scheme to help address biosecurity issues in the vegetable industry. A national grower registration […]
20 July 2012
This tour report details the 2011 Grower Tour to Germany and Netherlands which saw eight Australian participants visit vegetable growing regions in Europe and learn their […]
20 July 2012
A group of vegetable growers and contractors joined an international study tour that involved workshops and farm visits to investigate controlled traffic farming developments in Europe […]
20 July 2012
The 2009 Growers Tour to the USA saw eight Australian growers visit prime California vegetable growing regions of the Salinas Valley, Visalia and Santa Maria, north […]
20 July 2012
This tour report details the 2010 Grower Study Tour to America which saw eight Australian growers and Horticulture Industry member, Kyle Steinhardt, visit Florida, Washington, and […]
20 July 2012
This project was undertaken to develop the leadership capability of the vegetable industry in line with the VegVision 2020 and Australian Vegetable Industry Needs Analysis 2007; […]
20 July 2012
Growing Leaders 2011 – National Vegetable Industry Leadership Program (Growing Leaders 2011) previous known as Vegetable Industry Strategic Leadership Course 2009 has been delivered for a […]
20 July 2012
Regular oversupply of vegetables on the domestic market has created much interest within the industry and service providers to assess the opportunity to export particularly into […]
13 October 2013
For the WA potato industry to expand it needs to move into new areas outside traditional potato growing areas near and south of Perth. The Mid […]