“Building your network is vital”: Dr Kim Ritman award recipient shares insights for next generation

Hort Innovation is celebrating Dr Nerida Donovan, recipient of the prestigious Dr Kim Ritman Award for Plant Biosecurity.

10 February 2026

Australia’s food and wine group returns to South Korea

The Australian Food and Wine Collaboration Group will make its first return visit later this month as it launches its eighth Taste the Wonders of Australia campaign in South Korea.

9 February 2026

Apple and pear in-store quality and education program FY25 (AP24001)

This project delivered insights into how Australian apples and pears are presented, handled and experienced by shoppers in major retail stores.

21 October 2025

Australian apple and pear growers to gain competitive edge

Media ReleaseAustralian apple and pear growers are set to benefit from a new national benchmarking initiative aimed at improving industry profitability, efficiency, and long-term sustainability. Funded by Hort Innovation and delivered by Apple and

4 February 2026

Educational resources on the health and nutrition benefits of dried fruits (MT25009) (MT25009)

This project aims to strengthen awareness of the health and nutrition benefits of dried fruits, developed in partnership with the Australian dried fruits industry.

1 February 2026

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New tools put dried fruit health benefits front and centre

New tools put dried fruit health benefits front and centreMedia ReleaseA new initiative to showcase the health and nutrition benefits of dried fruits and provide practical resources for health professionals and industry stakeholders has today been

1 February 2026

Cracking the code to higher macadamia yields

Cracking the code to higher macadamia yieldsMedia ReleaseUnlocking higher macadamia yields, better quality nuts and more efficient harvest will be the focus of a new Hort Innovation research initiative announced today. The five-year project, being

28 January 2026

Horticulture's Joe Saina recognised with Australia Day honours

Horticulture's Joe Saina recognised with Australia Day honoursMedia Release Hort Innovation today congratulated respected Australian horticulture stalwart Joe Saina on being awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the 2026 Australia

23 January 2026

New year, new professional development opportunities: Applications open for IFPA Produce Executive Program

New year, new professional development opportunities: Applications open for IFPA Produce Executive ProgramMedia ReleaseAs we step into 2026, it’s the perfect time to set fresh professional development goals - and the International Fresh Produce

21 January 2026

Building capability for emerging leaders in the apple and pear industry

Building capability for emerging leaders in the apple and pear industryA new project announced today is set to strengthen technical and leadership skills across the Australian apple and pear industry. Funded by Hort Innovation, the project will be

12 January 2026