Dried Fruits are now Available in Different Options At the present moment, demand is steadily increasing in particular for almonds and peanuts. In fact, different flavours of dried fruits are also the requirement of the hour. This is why researchers are attempting to create a mix of different flavours that complement the natural taste of […]
Onion Market 2021: A Global Overview Glancing at the chaotic world around us, it is safe to conclude that 2021 is nothing short of a roller coaster. This can especially be said about the onions’ market. If the reports from the U.K. market are analysed, there are large fluctuations in weather conditions. This has led […]
Primewest Announces Second Trust after Acquiring Orchard After completing a merger with Centuria Group Capital, Primewest has now acquired its second almond orchard. This property is seeded with an almond farm worth $53.9 million. This property is located in the Riverina region. After this acquisition, Primewest will now attempt to raise $34 million from other […]
Drought Hit Australia Grapples to Return to Normalcy One of the worst droughts recorded in Australian history (2018) is still fresh in the memories of the Australian farm owners. At that moment, farmers were left grappling for a sense of security. Moreover, they were left asking questions about their future. The main reason for the […]
Strawberry Growers React to Needle Contamination In an event that has devastated the Australian nation, a contaminated needle was planted in a strawberry. What is even more shocking is that the charges against the accused have been dropped. This is why members of the Queensland Strawberry Growers’ Association have expressed their severe disappointment. According to […]
Montague Takes Part in the Citrus and Grape Industries Montague, one of Australia’s famous produce organisations, has collaborated with Primewest in order to take operational control over 93ha Piscioneri Farms. This farm is located 9 kilometres from central Mildura. This abundant property boasts of numerous planted crops, such as Allison, Ivory, Menindee and Thompson table […]
Favourable Agricultural Outlook for Queensland The Rural Bank has just released its mid-year outlook report for 2021. In this particular document, there were six different categories that were carefully examined. They are dairy, agriculture, wool, sheep, cropping and cattle. Additionally, the economic aspects were also minutely scrutinized. Queensland has always had a favourable report. However, […]
Grants Providing Boosts for Agricultural Enterprises According to the latest in the agricultural world, a great number of Western Australian enterprises, both big and small, have decided to fund $480,000 after they have successfully gained support through the Access Asia Business Grants Program. This is because the McGowan Government is aiding all of the local […]
Australia’s One Harvest Denounces Plastic Packaging One Harvest, Australia’s leading salad manufacturer, has taken a crucial step towards sustainability. Looking towards the future, the organisation has announced that they aim to transform all of their plastic packagings to recyclable, reusable or compostable materials by 2025. Since this organisation is an active member of the ANZAC […]
Research on Avocados Promising for the Growers According to the latest news in the horticultural world, a board of Australian researchers have made a significant breakthrough in the world of avocados. This research will revolutionize the way that this fruit is grown. Moreover, this will also ensure that the heightened demand for avocados is met. […]
Work Visa Approved by Government AUSVEG, the leading organisation for Australian vegetable growers, breathed a sigh of relief as the Federal Government approved a new agricultural work visa that will be available for ten countries across Southeast Asia. This approval ensures that the lack of labour issue is minimized. Currently, due to the wrath of […]
Apple Overview and Growth in Australia (2020) Introduction to Apples Apple trees are one of the oldest cultivated fruits in the world. Moreover, there are more than 7.5000 cultivators that work with this fruit. Usually, this fruit is consumed for their sweetness. However, they are also utilized to make and cook cider. As history states, […]
Mango Industry Witnesses Huge Domestic Potential According to the latest agricultural reports, the Chief Executive of the Mango Industry Association (AMIA) is looking forward to acting upon the intense demand for the mango fruit. Since this fruit is quite popular with the locals, there lies a great opportunity to boost the economy with the selling […]
Safeguarding Australia’s Citrus Industry Researchers have identified an Australian strain of fungus that causes citrus rot, calling for effective controls to protect the citrus industry A dark mark on the skin can detract from these positive associations, and many consumers will be put off buying them. A dark, tear-shaped mark is often a sign of […]
Australian Banana Industry Scouring for Opportunities The Australian banana industries are presently searching for opportunities that will help them get their profits back on track. Moreover, these newfound opportunities will also aid to grow the future of the fruit industry. Hari Yellina, owner of Orchard Tech, opines that there are several new avenues open for […]
All Focus is on Victoria’s Weather System Even though the north-east is all set, there has been a great focus on the weather conditions in Victoria. District has picked up enough rain to bring up crops, the state’s traditional grain growing regions in the Wimmera / Mallee remain bone dry. In spite of the lack […]
Cyclone Seroja Causes Vegetable Shortage Broome in West-Australia has become a victim of cyclone Seroja, as supermarket shelves there are bare of fresh produce. Although Broome lies more than 1,300 km from the Seroja’s epicentre in Kalbarri, it has suffered from restricted freight movements due to flooded roads in the Pilbara and Kimberley. Supermarket chains […]
Annual Wrap Up of Fresh Produce Amidst COVID 19 Trends in Fresh Produce during COVID 19 Total grocery sales reached a three-year high during COVID 19 with fresh categories taking out the top five growth contributors. Grocery was the beneficiary of increased at home consumption to the detriment of food service. Bigger baskets, increased frequency […]
Growers of Citruses in Australia Concerned According to latest reports, Australian growers and packers are extremely worried about hiring Pacific Islander seasonal workers. This is mainly done to help fill the labour shortage that has occurred due to the global pandemic. However, the law has now specified that these growers need to be placed in […]
Woes Continue for Labour Shortage in Australia Forecasts show that there is no short term end for Australia’s horticulture labour shortages. Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) says while the horticulture industry will suffer significantly from labour shortage, there are some opportunities from high domestic demand. A senior industry economist at […]
