12 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe profitability and productivity of your greenhouse can be significantly improved by minimising the losses caused by pests and diseases. Preventative pest and disease management is […]
18 November 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe 2013 Potato Growers. Study Tour . USA & Canada provided 9 Australian potato levy payers with a comprehensive understanding of the methods and practices utilised […]
18 November 2015
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe 2015 Global Technologies in Horticulture Seminar was held on Thursday 25 June at Jupiters Gold Coast. The Seminar was designed to assist Australia’s horticulture industry […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project was undertaken to compare seed coating materials, for their drying and healing properties on cut seeds. The study tested a range of products with […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project addresses the crop management service (SCMS) that is based on new technologies to sweet corn growers in the Central West of NSW, ultimately seeking […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTasmania produces around half of Australia’s French fry processing potatoes, but has struggled to replicate the gains experienced recently by other production areas within Australia and […]
11 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet describes the processes and structures required to facilitate a smooth transition through the family business. Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program – National Co-ordination […]
3 July 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA subgroup to further advance the concepts presented at the Future Technologies Seminar 2012 was convened on 2 April 2013, at the Australian Industry Group Conference […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteStudy complies data on soil properties, field information and indicators that relate to soil health to gain better understanding of their impact on crop yields. Related […]
12 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet outlines ‘action points’ or thresholds to help you make decisions about managing pests and diseases. The more accurate your action point, the more […]
8 February 2015
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIt is vital that Australia’s horticultural industries consider how their pest risks could be impacted by climate change as the scientific evidence has shown that indeed […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project was a collaboration between Matilda Fresh, a commercial broccoli processor, Sakata and SPS, commercial seed companies and Applied Horticultural Research. The research aimed to […]
12 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMonitoring the crop regularly and routinely enables you to find pests and diseases early. This means you will have more management options available to you. Related […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis report describes signs that indicate soils may be acidic. It also contains information on: getting soils tested, using pH testing kits, and using lime test […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis report details investigations into the associated cost and benefits of using hammer-milled eucalyptus bark residue as a source of organic matter for improvement of soil […]
26 September 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project focused on white blister on brassicas, powdery mildew on cucurbits and downy mildew and anthracnose on lettuce. The project determined the efficacy and economics […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project aims to promote soil health practices that have both environmental and economic benefits to growers. The key outputs include tests to measure improvements in […]
20 March 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesIn 2006/07, Horticulture Australia Limited (HAL) identified soil health as a priority for the vegetable industry. This followed concerns being raised that poor management of soil […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet details information on Buk Choy production – where and how does it grow, preparation and cooking, and nutritional value. Related ProjectsBuk Choy
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe decision for growers is – should we invest in developing a new block of land to expand production? This fact sheet explores the costs and […]
12 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSome 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 […]
12 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe grading of different categories of product has increased meaning the quality of grading is becoming more important as market standards change. This fact sheet weights […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet addresses the question: “how much do I need to reduce crop damage to justify the extra costs of higher priced chemicals and a […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThere are many considerations to take into account when investing in a new irrigator. It is important to account for depreciation, cost of capital, operating costs […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteDeciding whether or not to invest in a new tractor requires considerable deliberation. Are the benefits worth the capital? This fact sheet works through the pros […]
12 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet provides an overview of butternut pumpkin, ground preparation, plant spacing, varieties, irrigation, nutrition and irrigation requirements, harvesting, and pests and diseases. Related ProjectsButternut […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCabbages belong to the Cruciferae family and are related to turnips, cauliflowers and brussels sprouts. The origin of the cabbage is rather obscure as it is […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of investing in a lettuce planter. Related ProjectsInnoVeg Local Partnership Program- Collaborative and Innovative Industry Development […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of investing in a new irrigator. Related ProjectsInnoVeg Local Partnership Program- Collaborative and Innovative Industry Development […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of expanding and/or relocating business property. Related ProjectsInnoVeg Local Partnership Program- Collaborative and Innovative Industry Development […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of investing in a new tractor. Related ProjectsInnoVeg Local Partnership Program- Collaborative and Innovative Industry Development […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of investing in a capsicum grader. Related ProjectsInnoVeg Local Partnership Program- Collaborative and Innovative Industry Development […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA calculator spreadsheet to help quantify the costs and benefits of investing in IPM methods for lettuce crops Related ProjectsInnoVeg Local Partnership Program- Collaborative and Innovative […]
26 September 2012
Reading Time: 2 minutesDue to the increased demand from consumers for pre packaged mixed salad products there is increased focus from salad producers to commercialise new salad ingredients that […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet provides an overview of capsicum and chilli, distribution, Australian distribution, preferred climate and soil types, description, varieties, pests and diseases, fruiting season, and […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project surveyed the whole industry to identify areas which influenced yield, quality and industry efficiency. The findings of the survey were used to develop research […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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. […]
12 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA fact sheet outlining the contribution of horticulture to climate change, the impact of climate change on horticulture and ways in which farmers can reduce their […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteNew South Wales produces about 32,000 tonnes of onions annually. This represents 15% of the total Australian production. About 90% of the state’s onion crop is […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThree main strains of the garden pea are grown in Australia. The green pea is grown for shelling, for the peas being frozen, dehydrated, canned, or […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSuccessful sweet corn production relies on management planning well in advance of sowing, thorough research to identify market requirements, impediments to production, and especially product specification, […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe project allowed for the development of tools to be used in the pest management of tomatoes and capsicums through the investigation of companion planting. Related […]
19 March 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesVegetable growers in the Dry Tropics of Queensland have been using drip irrigation and fertigation systems, in combination with polyethylene mulch film and seedling transplant technology […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAs growers continue to seek ways to make the best use of resources and recycling waste, more attention is being focused on using compost as a […]
10 September 2014
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIncreasing demands on growers’ time and lack of perceived value have seen patronage of events aimed at delivering extension messages on research, practice improvements and general […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis report assembles information on technical issues hindering the implementation of controlled traffic farming (CTF) in the Tasmanian vegetable industry, with the project analysing both fully integrated […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project highlights a crop management program which was developed to assist seed growers to adopt new technologies to address tightening profit margins, the spread of […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project involved the collection and adaptation of crop management technologies and tools, checklists and measurement recording pages for crop monitoring tools in order to achieve […]
19 March 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesModification of new and existing technology in agriculture is required to ensure productivity growth and to address issues of climate change and natural resource sustainability. Two […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteProject sought to address data inadequacies in the industry and provide stronger analysis for research and development with this data collection helping to clarify the current […]
16 April 2014
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA large number of physical, chemical and biological soil properties together with management practices were analysed against carrot and potato crop performance over a three year […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis report details potato yields in sandy compacting soils, and the significant boosts experienced following research into new methods of deep tillage. These trials have led […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThie project involved collaboration of research institutes and growers in order to investigate the effects of composted organic material for brassica vegetable production with a range […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis study provides information on greenhouse cucumber issues, their outcomes along with providing recommendations to enhance the future development of the national greenhouse cucumber industries. This […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHygiene standards in the potato industry have been increasing in recent years. However, there are some areas which are still in need of attention. This project […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAccurate prediction of time from planting to harvest is critically important for baby spinach production. This project examined the relationship between planting date and the time […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minutePotato 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
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis report outlines research undertaken into permanent bed systems and the results and conclusions from the research including technology transfer from researchers to growers. Secondly it […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis study investigates the importance of coordination and effective communication between various sectors in the supply chain. The highest priority by supply chain members was the […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project was undertaken to study the effect of soil acidity on potato yield, quality and chemical composition. The specific objectives of the study were to […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project was undertaken to develop best management practices for beetroot farming in Australia. The key outcomes of the project are in the following areas. Evaluation […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project explored the native bee species that are possible pollen vectors in the production of hybrid seed of carrot and leek, investigated ways to enhance […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis multi-disciplinary project investigated a range of alternative practices likely to be more sustainable than conventional methods for intensive vegetable production. Studies into the use of […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMost cropping paddocks in WA have lower yielding areas within paddocks that perform poorly in most years. If the agronomy and management are good, the poor […]
13 September 2013
Discussion Paper on pricing, cost structures, and profitability in the Australian Vegetable Industry
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis discussion paper examines some key financial aspects of the Australian vegetable industry with a focus on pricing and costs of production between different states.
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAnnual 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
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
13 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis article reports on the financial state of the vegetable industry between 2009-10 based on research conducted by ABARES and considers the varied findings between the […]
19 March 2013
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe 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
Reading Time: < 1 minuteABARES 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
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis document reports on three consecutive years of study that monitored the financial performance of a hypothetical vegetable farm located in the heart of the prime […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project sought to find a solution to the continuing problem of seed tuber loss for Australian potatoes growers. In the field, the disease usually manifests […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project was established to investigate the use of reclaimed irrigation water for perennial and vegetable crops and the effect of soil health and crop sustainability. […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe eggplant is a native of the subtropical areas of south-eastern Asia and was introduced into Europe by early Arab traders. It is a member of […]
13 October 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe 2013 Emerging Technologies in Horticulture Seminar was held on May 30, 2013 at Jupiters, Gold Coast. The Emerging Technologies seminar was designed to assist Australia’s […]
18 January 2015
Reading Time: < 1 minuteInfotech Research conducted a series of 22 energy audits of levy paying vegetable growers in 2014, as part of a project with Horticulture Innovation Australia Limited […]
18 January 2015
Reading Time: < 1 minuteInfotech Research conducted a series of 22 energy audits of levy paying vegetable growers in 2014, as part of a project with Horticulture Innovation Australia Limited […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe fact sheet provides an overview of spinach – required soil, varieties, planting, irrigation, weed control, fertilisers, its diseases and pests, harvesting, marketing and hydroponics. Related […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteProject investigates practical means of growing leafy vegetable crops could be grown using more efficient means of fertiliser application seeking to reduce fertilisier leaching into groundwater. […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis report investigated causes for diminished soil and root health in tomato and melon crop systems. Research involved assessing impacts of organic amendments on physical chemical […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project sought to investigate the impact of the bumblebee on native flora and fauna within Tasmania and mainland Australia and the possibility of it aiding […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe project identifies appropriate cover crop for winter and summer growth in the tropical and temperature regions and implement the system of the farms of co-operating […]
21 March 2017
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project was undertaken to examine the potential benefits of using degradable polyethylene films in horticultural crops. Trials were conducted using degradable film on potato crops […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe study examined the effects of side-shoots on yields. It found that plants with high numbers of branches did not necessarily have lower yields and that […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteProject investigated increased planting density of cauliflower and broccoli, alternative planting confiurations as a method for increaing planting density and improving utilisation of land and machinery […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project involved the monitoring of sap nutrients levels in a number of trellis tomato crops relating these to fertigation practices and crop productivity, with the […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteLettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) is an annual of the Asteraceae family and native to the Mediterranean. It is thought to have originated in Europe and Asia […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet includes information on ground preparation, varieties, sowing season, trellising and plant spacing, nutrition, irrigation, pests and diseases, pollination and yield, maturity and harvest, […]
14 April 2016
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe 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 […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project provides an informed summary of current food security in Australia with particular reference to horticulture, explores possible future scenarios of food security in Australia […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteNon-symbiotic nitrogen fixation can contribute significant plant-available nitrogen per hectare per year to intensive farming systems. With the potential for non-symbiotic nitrogen fixation to provide a […]
20 March 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe 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
Reading Time: < 1 minuteGai Choy is one member of the diverse mustard family. This fact sheet details information on Gai Choy production – where and how does it grow, […]
22 January 2015
Reading Time: < 1 minuteResearch into on farm power generation has produced details of the options, and explored feasibility of adoption of such systems. Growers can use this to help […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteResearchers may have shown why nitrogen fixing plants that work with bacteria to convert atmospheric nitrogen gas into essential biological nutrient (ammonia) tend to prevail in […]
19 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteGreenhouse design is important in helping to control pests such as whitefly, thrips and aphids. This fact sheet looks at ventilation, mesh materials and the relationship […]
19 September 2013
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUnderstanding greenhouse design is important for maintaining the heath-humidity balance to provide optimal growing conditions. Related ProjectsManaging a greenhouse capsicum crop – an interactive DVD demonstration […]
20 July 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis project addresses the Green House Modernistation Project which involved the establishment of a facility that demonstrated numerous the growing of numerous crops, varieties and techniques […]