R&D projects
Discover Almond levy investments into Almond Fund R&D initiatives
The almond levy has been invested into following Hort Innovation Almond Fund R&D initiatives, together with Australian Government contributions.
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Managing carob moth in almonds (AL12004)
This project investigated carob moth (Ectomyelois ceratoniae) as a key pest in almond crops. It produced carob moth monitoring guidelines, info on how to mange the pest and more.
13 July 2015
Attracting and retaining young professionals in horticulture (MT11006)
This project delivered agriculture exposure to Australian science teachers and students, through the Primary Industry Centre for Science Education.
5 February 2019
Impact of strategic deficit irrigation for almonds on tree phenology, bloom, nut set and hull rot (AL12010)
This project investigated the effect of strategic deficit irrigation in almond crops, including on kernel size, kernel yield, fruit set and flowering.
5 February 2019
Australian almond industry study tour of Spain (AL13701)
This investment funded a 2014 study for Australian almond industry participants to learn about almond production practices in Spain.
8 July 2014
Enhancing almond pollination efficiency (AL11003)
This research looked at ways to enhance pollination efficiency in almond crops to support higher yields. Hive placement, pollen traps, enpollination felt, hive health and more were explored.
23 June 2014