R&D projects
Discover nashi levy investments into Nashi Fund R&D initiatives
The nashi levy has been invested into following Hort Innovation Nashi Fund R&D initiatives, together with Australian Government contributions.
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Review and evaluation of nashi packaging (NA22001)
This desktop review identified alternative sustainable product packaging options for the nashi industry to meet the requirements of domestic retailers and support long-term market access.
9 January 2024
Cost effective thinning for Nashi (desktop evaluation and grower workshops) (NA20000)
This project identified opportunities for the reduction in thinning and budding costs for the nashi industry
11 April 2022
Consumer demand spaces for horticulture (MT21003)
This investment identified and prioritised opportunities to engage consumers and build demand across the domestic market for fruits, nuts and vegetables.
28 November 2022
Phenomenom - The Good Mood Food Module (ST19041)
This project, which was completed during 2020, expanded the number of Phenomenom resources available by adding a module that educates children, parents and teachers on the beneficial mood effects of a diet and lifestyle encompassing horticulture products.
22 February 2021
Nutrition claims for The Good Mood Food educational website (ST19037)
This investment assessed 70 horticultural commodities for their nutrient composition related to psychological, neurological and energy benefits.
10 December 2020
Adaptive area-wide management of Queensland fruit fly using the sterile insect technique: Guidelines for efficient and effective pest suppression and stakeholder adoption (ST15014 and ST15015)
This grant-funded project investigated, trialled and finalised guidelines and resources for the area-wide management of Queensland fruit fly.
3 July 2020
Category and Consumer Impact Monitor (ST19031)
This investment provided weekly updates on consumer attitudes and behaviours during and beyond COVID-19.
15 June 2020