R&D projects
Discover melon levy investments into Melon Fund R&D initiatives
The melon levy has been invested into following Hort Innovation Melon Fund R&D initiatives, together with Australian Government contributions.
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Characterisation and management of Fusarium wilt of watermelon (VM12001)
Fusarium wilt in watermelon was studied in this research, which identified the specific fungal pathogen species involved and looked at resistant rootstocks.
5 February 2019
2018 Australian Melon Industry Conference & Field Days (VM17000)
This investment facilitated the 2018 Australian Melon Industry Conference & Field Days.
17 December 2018
Understanding practices in key pollination areas (MT13027)
This project investigated current pollination practices in the apple and pear, cherry, and blueberry industries.
26 June 2014
Transformational innovation performance analysis (AI13011)
This project examined the level of innovation in the Australian horticulture industry, and its relationship to productivity.
4 September 2015
Food safety, training, extension and capacity for the melon industry (VM17002)
This investment strengthened the food safety systems of the Australian melon industry, by supporting the adoption of best practice across the supply chain
1 May 2019
A model for industry planning and preparedness for an incursion of Varroa mite (MT12049)
This project tested the preparedness of Australia’s pollination-dependent industries for an incursion of the exotic bee pest Varooa mite (Varroa destructor).
16 November 2015