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Tree genomics program sequences 300 macadamia varieties to improve productivity and profitability for growers
THE National Tree Genomics program is in the final stages of sequencing over 300 macadamia wild and cultivated varieties. The national program harnesses cutting-edge genetic technologies for the benefit of Australian horticultural tree crop
11 December 2020
R&D levy investments projected to deliver $40.5 million of value over 30 years
THIS YEAR'S evaluation of Hort Innovation’s research and development investments demonstrated an average benefit-cost ratio of 3.4 to 1* achieved across sample projects, projected to generate an estimated total net present value of some $40.5
9 December 2020
Serpentine Leafminer detected in Sydney
Serpentine Leafminer detected in Sydney THE Serpentine leafminer (SLM; aka pea leafminer; Liriomyza huidobrensis) was found infesting field-grown vegetables in western Sydney in late October 2020 with impact assessments underway. NSW Dept Primary
9 November 2020
Raspberry and blackberry marketing snapshot 2019/2020
This Hort Innovation Raspberry and Blackberry Fund marketing snapshot is from 2019/20
4 November 2020
Raspberry and blackberry marketing snapshot 2020/2021
This Hort Innovation Raspberry and Blackberry Fund marketing snapshot is from 2020/21
30 September 2021
Generation of data for pesticide applications in horticulture crops 2020 (ST19020)
This investment is responsible for generating pesticide residue and crop safety data to support minor use permit applications and renewals.
22 October 2020
Xylella insect vectors (ST19018)
This project is a collaboration between Hort Innovation and Wine Australia through the Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative, to help safeguard Australia against the potentially catastrophic exotic bacteria Xylella fastidiosa.
22 October 2020
$50 million in plant biosecurity projects prioritised and coordinated through national collaboration
$50 million in plant biosecurity projects prioritised and coordinated through national collaborationMANAGING PESTS and diseases is a constant issue for Australia’s plant industries, and new threats are always on the horizon. Just this year
16 November 2020
What's the buzz about? Celebrating Australian pollinator week
What's the buzz about? Celebrating Australian pollinator weekHORT INNOVATION is proud to celebrate Australian Pollinator Week (8-15 November 2020). Pollinators are vital to ensure we get the fruit, vegetables and nuts we love. Honey bees are
2 November 2020
Hort Innovation AGM – Board member nominees announced
Hort Innovation AGM – Board member nominees announcedAT THE Hort Innovation Annual General Meeting on 27 November 2020, members of the company will elect three directors to the Hort Innovation Board. This follows changes to the way directors are
27 October 2020