All Australia articles – Page 16
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NewsWestern Australia unveils A$97mn biosecurity centre
The response centre will act as the headquarters for the state’s biosecurity operations including responses to polyphagous shot-hole borer and Queensland fruit fly
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NewsHort Innovation welcomes new directors
Cameron Mackay and Robert Mullins join the board, with Julie Bird re-elected as chair
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NewsMacquarie Asset Management takes majority share in Australia's Fresh Produce Group
One of Australia’s largest fresh fruit and veg companies has a new major shareholder, although its founders and chief executives will stay in place
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NewsTrish Skinner retires from Fresh Markets Australia board
Skinner joined the board in 2002 and spent 25 years representing the Western Australia Chamber of Fruit & Vegetables
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NewsLandmark international programme set to boost Australian Grapes brand
Five-year marketing programme takes a multi-pronged approach to grow the Australian table grape profile with direct involvement from producers and exporters
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NewsPerth Markets begins A$10mn rooftop solar project
Once complete it will be the largest rooftop solar system in the state, reducing the site’s carbon footprint
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NewsNZ avocado exports set for recovery in 2025
Expected downturn in Australian production means its neighbour stands to improve on last year’s disappointing campaign
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NewsMountain Blue Orchards wins landmark court case in China
Victory marks first successful protection of Blueberry Plant Breeders Rights in China
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AdvertorialBerries Australia signs MoU with CFNA to promote sustainable development of blueberry industry
Signing of the MoU marks a new stage in the collaboration between China and Australia in the blueberry industry
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NewsSydney Markets Foundation Cherry Auction breaks fundraising record
Winning bid of A$165,000 came from Talal and Joanne Khanafer with support of Sydney Markets, Sydney Markets Credit Services and group of Sydney Markets businesses
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NewsAustralia invests in labour-saving tech with A$52mn programme
Industry-led programme could see labour savings of up to 90 per cent
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NewsIFPA ANZ appoints Belinda Wilson as new managing director
Wilson will take over from Ben Hoodless who resigned after almost two years in the role
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NewsQuality over quantity for Honey Gold this season
Piñata Farms predicts lighter crop following fluctuating winter temperatures but night-picking practices keep quality high for the premium mango brand
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NewsBerry breakthroughs on show at BerryQuest
Tasmania hosts four-day event featuring farm tours, a conference and trade show with international speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities
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NewsDelayed start leads to positive finish for Darwin mango producers
Red Rich says well-timed rainfall and an organised packhouse turned the season around following a slow start
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NewsConsistency key to category growth for Piñata Farms
Piñata Farms sees growth potential for Australia’s berry category, calling on industry to commit to higher quality fruit, improved cold chain processes and a better retail offering
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NewsAustralia releases National Response Plan to eradicate ToBRFV
Plan follows detection of the virus on a fresh tomato property located in the Northern Adelaide Plains in August
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NewsMelbourne wholesalers given final deadline to sign new leases
Notice comes amid rent strikes calling for a rent freeze
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NewsHort Innovation develops venture fund to back startup solutions
Fund was created in partnership with impact investment firm, Artesian, and includes a A$60mn investment through Frontiers
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NewsApal names Matthew Lenne as new pear director
Lenne takes over role from Chris Fairless, who headed up the organisation’s pear activities for the past eight years