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Australian Bananas launches Banana Swim Pass with Ariarne Titmus
Around 70 pools across Australia will offer free entry for the price of a banana
Wiggles retail activations begin healthy eating party across Australia
Wiggles-branded fresh produce will feature in Harris Farm Markets and Aldi
SVM Variety Management secures China court win over PremA280 apple patent infringement
Court orders defendants to pay over Rmnb5mn, with SSR molecular marker testing used to prove infringement
Tasmania hosts international fresh produce buyers visit
Buyers will engage directly with producers, tour facilities, and see production standards first-hand
Ausveg and ATGA join multi-sector Australian Trade Diversification Network
Network of 40 peak industry bodies will work with government to jointly deliver activities that support Australian exporters
Berry Good Practice Guide launched to help Australian growers adopt best farming practices
Guide brings together the knowledge and experience of growers, industry leaders, and sustainability experts
West Australian technology trial supports narrow orchard systems research
Tree management platform to aid harvest and orchard management
Tasmanian cherry export season launched in Hong Kong
Fruit Growers Tasmania, with the support of the Tasmanian government, will promote the Australian state’s fruit in top export market
Hort Innovation launches new research to boost Australian carrot quality
Three-year project set to help growers reduce losses, improve crop quality, and meet demands of domestic and export markets
Inviol tackles fresh produce packhouse safety with AI
New Zealand-based start-up uses artificial intelligence to turn CCTV into a live workplace safety tool for fresh produce businesses.
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WA Farm Direct launches Australian-grown Ondine flat stonefruit in China
Australian marketer partners with importers, including Riverking International, to supply Ondine flat peaches and nectarines for the first time
Covent Garden and Melbourne Market share wholesale insights
UK wholesalers visit Australian counterparts and compare operations
Coles announces A$1 fruit and vegetable discounts for Christmas
Retailer slashes the price of four produce items in the days before Christmas
Corteva lends a hand to Australian charities with volunteering and donation programme
Corteva Agriscience employees contribute time and energy to a range of grassroots charities,
Australian table grape exports return to form on the back of Japanese boost
Adaptive and engaging marketing programme is helping to highlight Australia’s high-quality table grape offering in Asia
Premier Fresh Australia acquires new farmland to enhance its North Queensland banana operations
Expansion is part of renewal strategy for banana operations
LeaderBrand reports strong start to sweetcorn season
Despite adverse weather in September and October, improved conditions have helped crops recover in time for summer demand
New guide helps Australian citrus growers prepare for innovative orchard systems
Citrus plant protection guide 2025/26 provides information on managing pests and diseases and new research on growing systems
Strong kiwifruit sales push Seeka profit to record levels
Company raises profit forecast, on the back of reported improved returns, excellent post-harvest performance, and cost savings
Australian cherries continue promotional roadshow in Hong Kong and Shanghai
Season launch events held to help boost demand in key markets across Asia