R&D projects
Discover cherry levy investments into Cherry Fund R&D initiatives
The cherry levy has been invested into following Hort Innovation Cherry Fund R&D initiatives, together with Australian Government contributions.
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Optimising Protected Cherry Production (CY24004)
This project aims to support Australian cherry growers in making informed decisions about investing in protected cropping systems (PCS) and applying optimal management practices to achieve high-quality yields.
8 July 2025
Consumer usage and attitude tracking 2023/24 (MT23201)
The Hort IQ Usage and Perceptions Tracker is a continuous monitor of Australian consumer attitudes and behaviours relating to fresh produce. It aims to provide Hort Innovation and its associated stakeholders with a view on important consumer metrics, which can inform strategic decisions.
4 July 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
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
Australian Horticulture Statistics Handbook (MT21006)
The Australian Horticultural Statistics Handbook was established in 2015 to provide a comprehensive and reliable source of statistical data for the Australian horticulture industry. It was developed in response to the industry’s need for more detailed, timely, and accessible insights into production, trade, and market trends.
9 April 2022
International cherries launch events – FY25 (CY24001)
The Australian cherries launch events program aimed to promote Australian Cherries in key Asian markets. Through a series of launch events in cities like Ho Chi Minh City, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, the program introduced Australian cherries to distributors, retailers, and media.
2 October 2024
International Cherries Tradeshow FHC – FY25 (CY24003)
Australian cherries were promoted in the Chinese market through participation in the Food & Hotel China (FHC) Tradeshow in Shanghai, which took place from November 12 to November 14, 2024.
10 December 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
Chemical residue report to support Australia’s Country Recognition Arrangement (CRA) with Indonesia (2024-2029) (MT24007)
Chemical residue report to support Australia’s Country Recognition Arrangement (CRA) with Indonesia (2024-2029) (MT24007)What is it all about? This project will provide a report of national residue testing data to the Department of Agriculture,
10 September 2024
International cherries trade launch event 2023/24 (CY23000)
This project promoted Australian cherries in Vietnam through season launch events that educated local consumers about the provenance, health benefits and premium nature of the produce.
25 March 2024