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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Review of international best practice for postharvest management of sweet cherries (CY17000)
This project reviewed local and international postharvest practices that optimise cherry shelf life, quality and value throughout the supply chain.
27 June 2017
Thrips species in NSW cherries and the timing of associated ring russet injury (CY16000)
This project examined thrips species and activity in the NSW cherry orchards, and investigated correlation with ring russet damage.
27 June 2017
National cherry development program (CY12023)
Annual cherry roadshows were funded through this project, to bring R&D outcomes, research and advice to Australian cherry growers.
27 June 2017
Improving fruit quality and consistency in cherries through maximized nutrient availability (CY12002)
Different nutrient management strategies for cherries were investigated for their effect on cherry quality and soil health in this project.
27 June 2017
Optimal management of pre-harvest rot in sweet cherry (CY13001)
This project investigated the identity and management of pre-harvest rot pathogens in sweet cherries and produced identification guides for growers and a risk assessment tool.
5 June 2017
Comparing the performance of new cherry rootstocks soon to be available to industry (CY12010)
Information on cherry dwarfing rootstocks was produced by this research, as well as recommendations on the use of bench grafted trees.
2 June 2017
Correlating fruit fly with cherry production and climate (CY13012)
This project developed models to predict Queensland fruit fly populations post-winter throughout Australia.
6 February 2017
Export development for Australian cherries (CY12007)
Market access and export development for the cherry industry was continued through this project, which updated the industry export manual and other resources.
30 June 2016
Evaluation of the sugar flotation method for testing cherries for Queensland fruit fly (CY14009)
This investment found the the brown sugar flotation test to be an effective method for testing cherries for Queensland fruit fly.
21 June 2016
Maintenance and ongoing development of communications across the Australian cherry industry (CY11026)
This investment supported the cherry industry's communications program from 2012 to 2016.
2 June 2016