Horticulture Horticulture code changes in place, despite grower opposition Changes to the Horticulture Code officially came into effect on Monday, despite widespread opposition from the industry. Country News 16 Apr 2019 16 Apr 2019
Horticulture Funds to fight fly Growers, community groups and the horticulture industry are encouraged to apply for government funding to combat Queensland fruit fly. Country News 13 Apr 2019 13 Apr 2019
Horticulture Not all rosy for apple crop Dry conditions and skyrocketing water prices have taken their toll on this year’s apple crop. Country News 11 Apr 2019 11 Apr 2019
Horticulture Not all rosy for apple crop Dry conditions and skyrocketing water prices have taken their toll on this year’s apple crop. Country News 11 Apr 2019 11 Apr 2019
Horticulture Data collection New orchard technology is seeking to transform data collection and help improve orchard management. Country News 10 Apr 2019 10 Apr 2019
Horticulture Netting promoted Apple and Pear Australia Limited is looking to cover all bases during the upcoming federal election campaign by promoting a national netting program as an election priority. Country News 03 Apr 2019 03 Apr 2019
Horticulture Orchard walk talks quality An upcoming orchard walk will look at achieving optimum quality more consistently using examples from some of the most advanced orchard systems worldwide. Country News 30 Mar 2019 30 Mar 2019
Horticulture Careers study From orchards to packing sheds, students from six Shepparton schools received an access-all-areas tour of large-scale local fruit growing and packing business JefTomson last week. Country News 28 Mar 2019 28 Mar 2019
Horticulture Control measure Sterile Queensland fruit flies are set to be dropped from the sky above Cobram in a bid to curb the spread of the pest. Country News 25 Mar 2019 25 Mar 2019
Horticulture Let’s go on a bug blitz It is hoped a two-week biosecurity blitz will help home gardeners, commercial growers and those working in the fresh produce supply chain to be able to detect exotic pests early. Country News 24 Mar 2019 24 Mar 2019
Horticulture SA backs fly plan The South Australian government has committed to a national fruit fly management agreement and is calling on other states to follow suit. Country News 23 Mar 2019 23 Mar 2019
Horticulture Body joins NFF Not-for-profit dairy industry body Australian Organic Limited has officially joined the National Farmers’ Federation, saying organic producers need a strong voice in Canberra. Country News 22 Mar 2019 22 Mar 2019
Horticulture Cash offer to tackle pests Innovative solutions are needed to build Australia’s biosecurity capabilities and better manage risks associated with hitchhiker pests and disease. Country News 19 Mar 2019 19 Mar 2019
Horticulture Big boost for fruit industry A $55million state-of-the-art processing facility in Shepparton will employ more that 1300 people over five years and ensure apples and pears don’t go to waste. Alana Christensen 19 Mar 2019 19 Mar 2019
Horticulture Farmers find their niche From world-first banana flour to organic milk, innovative Australian farmers are cashing in on the rise of valuable niche markets fuelled by health-conscious shoppers. Country News 17 Mar 2019 17 Mar 2019
Horticulture Dogs trained to find stink bugs Australia’s biosecurity detector dogs now have their noses honed on one of the nation’s most unwanted exotic pests — the brown marmorated stink bug. Country News 15 Mar 2019 15 Mar 2019
Horticulture Extension bears fruit For David and Trish Vigliaturo, doubling the size of their Ardmona packhouse was never the plan. Country News 14 Mar 2019 14 Mar 2019
Horticulture Working visas relaxed Australia’s visa rules have been relaxed to make it easier for farmers to hire skilled seasonal workers. Country News 12 Mar 2019 12 Mar 2019
Horticulture QFF flies across the ditch The discovery of a second Queensland fruit fly in New Zealand’s biggest city has biosecurity services scampering to find any more of the potentially devastating pest. Country News 10 Mar 2019 10 Mar 2019
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Breaking News Man rushed to Melbourne after Echuca stabbing POLICE and paramedics are at the scene of a reported stabbing on Foyster Court, Echuca. Police received the call about 9am. Initial reports have at least one person with multiple wounds. Ambulance Victoria has dispatched an air ambulance to the... Riverine Herald 26 Mar 2019 26 Mar 2019
News Weekend car theft crime spree ranges from Shepparton to Echuca A number of vehicles were stolen from a car dealership in Shepparton on Saturday morning. Shepparton News 02 Apr 2019 02 Apr 2019
