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Hort Innovation is in the process of developing a new Strategic Plan, which will be launched in mid-2019 and replace the current plan. Stakeholder consultation is an integral part of the development process, providing interested stakeholders with the opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas on how Hort Innovation invests levies on behalf of the sector.…
By Dr. Soumi Paul Mukhopadhyay Introduction: TasteBook™ is a sensory training initiative by Australian Olive Association (AOA) which continues its journey to share the experience of appreciating, describing and understanding the quality of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) and table olives (TO). After three successful rounds, the current training program focussed on “green” oils and…
It’s been a busy few months for our industry of late, with information-packed events held across the country from August through to December. Attendee numbers and feedback for all have been very positive, so it’s great news that information from the events is now being shared online. A comprehensive range of presentation videos, PowerPoints and…
The correct and strategic application of pesticides is an important aspect of integrated pest and disease management (IPDM), and a key topic of the national IPDM Field Day program included in the levy-funded project An integrated pest and disease management extension program for the olive industry (OL17001). Spray drift is an issue that needs…
Exercise Fastidious, testing the response to the detection of Xylella fastidiosa, was held in Brisbane on 14-15 November 2018. There were 59 attendees from 29 organisations: the Australian Government, all state and territory governments, 13 plant peak industry bodies, PHA, Hort Innovation, CSIRO and representatives from New Zealand government and industries. AOA CEO Greg Seymour attended…
The Olive Wellness Institute (OWI) has had a highly productive first phase. In just 12 months, the OWI team has developed a library of resources which provide credible, evidence-based information on the nutrition, health and wellness benefits related to olive products – and delivered them to relevant health professionals and the olive industry. They’re now…
Voting members of Hort Innovation, Australia’s national horticultural Research and Development Corporation (RDC), elected three board directors at the November AGM, increasing the female representation to four out of nine directors. Newly-elected director Ms Julie Bird has a broad background in the Australian horticulture industry spanning over 25 years. Ms Susan Finger has been elected…
Details have been finalised for the next three IPDM Field Days being run as part of the national program in the olive levy-funded project: An integrated pest and disease management extension program for the olive industry (OL17001). Following on from events in NSW and Qld, November will see the IPDM Field Day program extended to…
This year’s national olive industry conference & trade exhibition surpassed all expectations, with a jammed packed three-day program providing ongoing learning and networking opportunities. Held in Wagga Wagga, NSW, the event encompassed a quality program of speakers, field sessions and social events over the three days. A wide range of industry-related issues and topics were…
A reminder that Hort Innovation’s 2018 Annual General Meeting is being held in Brisbane on Friday, 23 November. This year voting members will elect three directors to the Hort Innovation Board from a field of seven candidates. Profiles listing their past and current experience are available on the Hort Innovation website and via the link…