Minter Magic almond and citrus growers embrace GPS technology
What started with John Deere GPS technology and AutoTrac to mark out asparagus rows has expanded to a StarFire system for operations like planting and harvesting The words, “Dad I want to be a farmer”, were music to Darren Minter’s ears, a fourth-generation Mildura horticulture producer, who had initially pegged his son, Garry, to become […]
John Deere takes full ownership of GUSS Automation spraying
John Deere now has the exclusive rights to offer vineyard and orchard growers the most advanced autonomous sprayers with full ownership of GUSS John Deere has taken the steps to secure the full acquisition of GUSS Automation LLC, a globally recognised leader in high-value crop autonomy, headquartered in Kingsburg California USA. The acquisition builds on […]
Crop loss reductions could improve growers income by up to 20%
In a concerted effort to reduce crop losses and waste Horticultural growers have averaged a 5% drop last season with another 20% that could be added to income Income for Horticulture growers is the current rising star with production expected to increase by over $1.0 billion to reach a record $19 billion in season 2025-26, […]
Avocado growers set for big production rebound next season
There will still be an estimated 128,000 metric tons of avocado fruit in the alternative 2024-25 season with 170,000 metric tons tipped for season 2025-26 Avocado growers are used to the seesaw in production, where every second season takes a breather and can produce up to 25% less than the previous season. This is a […]
Hort Connections sets a strong program of speakers for 2025
Secure your tickets now to the main fruit and vegetable conference and trade show opening opens its door to over 4000 delegates for the 2025 event The flagship horticulture event, Hort Connections 2025, is being held in Queensland this year at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, from Wednesday 4 to Friday 6 June. The conference […]
Prospr multi-use platform adopted by eager orchardists and vignerons in the US
US growers have been captivated by Prospr with its advanced AI capabilities that drive efficiency and precision from an autonomous platform Robotics Plus showcased Prospr, its autonomous multi-use hybrid vehicle for agriculture in the US, to a wide-eyed group of orchard and grape growers that could easily be swayed to place orders. Prospr is the […]
Horticulture export push powers ahead through FASTA program
One year later Australia’s $130M Fresh and Secure Trade Alliance (FASTA) initiative has more than 50 projects in the pipeline to bolster exports Australia’s $130 million Fresh and Secure Trade Alliance (FASTA) initiative has marked its first anniversary with significant strides toward safeguarding and expanding the nation’s horticulture exports. This eight-year program, driven by Hort […]
Vineyard of the Year Awards list the top wineries for 2024
Experts in viticulture and wine highlight wine growers offering shining examples of success despite uncertain weather patterns and dwindling returns If you are planning on a little tipple to celebrate or simply to relax and ease the tension, take a look at the offerings from what experts have described as the best vineyards for 2024. […]
Fruit and vegetable growers have the most to gain from the upcoming season
With fruit and vegetable prices remaining above average growers are expected to boost production for increased returns this season Strong horticultural production combined with rising export demand for key varieties are expected to hold producers in good stead over the back half of 2023 according to a report from the Rural Bank that counts fruit […]
Young farmer of the year Mitchell McNab stands by robots for farming
Following the successful completion of a Nuffield Farming Scholarship Mitchell McNab has taken a leading role in developing robotics in horticulture Australia’s Young Farmer of the Year says robots can play a key role in tackling worker shortages and labour costs for fruit growers and is hands-on helping a Victorian based company start-up to develop […]