Investment expenditure analysis
See how Avocado Fund investments are tracking against the industry’s Strategic Investment Plan
As seen on the avocado 'fund management' page, investments specific to the Hort Innovation Avocado Fund are guided by the industry's Strategic Investment Plan (SIP). The SIP features four priority outcome areas that have been identified and agreed upon by the industry, and Hort Innovation works to invest in R&D initiatives that are aligned to these.
See how investment expenditure aligns to Strategic Investment Plan outcomes
In the interactive chart below, discover the most up-to-date information on how project expenditure in the Avocado Fund is aligned to the four SIP outcomes. The chart reflects project investment across the life of the SIP to date.
1-10 of 46 results
Optimising Avocado Yield with Region-Specific Canopy Management: Insights from Light Interception and canopy modelling (AV24011)
The Australian avocado industry continues to face challenges in achieving consistent productivity and yield across its diverse growing regions.
1 July 2025
Causes and management of Avocado ridging, netting and stretch marking (AV24004)
This project aims to improve the quality, marketability, and profitability of Australian avocados by investigating the causes of key skin defects such as ridging, netting, and stretch marking.
20 June 2025
Consumer usage and attitude tracking 25/26 (MT24201)
This project is delivering a comprehensive consumer tracking program across the Australian horticulture sector.
18 June 2025
Pest and disease management program for the Australian avocado industry (AV23017)
This project aims to build a comprehensive knowledge base to guide best practices in chemical use and resistance management for the avocado industry.
21 May 2025
Evaluation of methyl bromide fumigation on avocado quality (AV24007)
This project will investigate how methyl bromide fumigation affects the quality and shelf life of Hass and Shepard avocados, aiming to improve post-treatment outcomes and maintain market access.
13 May 2025
Regulatory support and response co-ordination (pesticides) (MT24008)
The regulatory support and response coordination project aims to provide Australian horticultural industries support to navigate complex domestic and international pesticide regulations.
6 May 2025
Avocado Packaging Research (AV24012)
This project is exploring how packaging innovations – specifically allowing consumers to pick and pack their own avocados at the point of sale- impact shopper appeal and influence purchase behaviour. It aims to understand whether this approach can improve the consumer experience and drive increased avocado sales.
14 April 2025
Avocado Industry Virtual Reality Training Program (AV24010)
This project will enhance stakeholder skills across the avocado supply chain—from orchard to retail—by delivering immersive Virtual Reality (VR) training.
31 March 2025
Optimising Market Engagement through Business Models (AV24003)
This project aims to explore ways to make the avocado market more transparent and informed, fostering consistent quality and supply while promoting shared benefits among all participants.
28 October 2024
Horticulture Impact Assessment Program 2023/24 to 2025/26 (MT24005)
Hort Innovation engages independent consultants to evaluate the impact of our R&D investments, providing insights into the type and magnitude of impacts that are being generated across the company’s strategic levy programs.
10 October 2024