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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Effective control of Listeria on rockmelons through alternative post-harvest treatment methods (VM20007)
This project determined the optimum postharvest strategies to reduce the risk of listeria contamination of melons.
18 September 2023
Food safety training, extension and capacity for the melon industry – phase 2 (VM18003)
This investment strengthened food safety systems of the Australian melon industry by supporting best practice adoption across the supply chain.
10 September 2021
Management strategy for serpentine leafminer, Liriomyza huidobrensis (MT20005)
This project increased awareness and significance of three leafminer pests (serpentine leafminer, American serpentine leafminer and vegetable leafminer), their host range, how they are suited to various regions, what to look out for, and the significance of beneficial insects in managing them and how to look after these beneficial insects by selectively using insecticides.
3 March 2024
Across horticulture support for export MRL compliance (MT19006)
Industry requires access to up-to-date international chemical maximum residue limits (MRLs) to ensure that Australian produce is grown in a manner which is compliant with our trading partners food safety systems.
6 December 2022
Melon food safety – monitoring and support (VM20005)
This project is building a strong food safety culture within the melon industry by providing a food safety testing and environmental monitoring program.
13 August 2021
Regulatory support and coordination (pesticides) (MT20007)
This project provides the Australian horticulture industry with key information regarding domestic and international pesticide regulation
27 July 2021
Risk and crisis management planning for the melon industry (VM18002)
This investment reviewed and updated the Australian melon industry’s crisis management guidelines.
26 July 2021
Educating health professionals on Australian melons (VM20003)
This investment is delivering evidence-based information about the health benefits of Australian melons to health professionals in Australia.
13 July 2021
Melon industry communication program (VM20006)
This investment is responsible for keeping Australian melon growers informed about industry R&D and other news and developments in a timely way
13 July 2021
Business case to implement a marketing levy for the Australian melon industry (VM20004)
This investment compiled the information required for the Australian melon industry to make an informed decision on whether to establish a marketing levy.
13 July 2021