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The landscape of Australia’s citrus farming Citrus orchards flourish in many of Australia’s regions, providing year-round employment opportunities. The industry’s backbone is its orange varieties, complemented by lemons, limes, mandarins and grapefruits, each variety having its specific harvest season. Other less common citrus fruits include tangerines, pomelos, clementines and tangelos. The sector is vital to […]
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Have you ever wandered through a citrus orchard and felt that zesty air of potential? That’s the Australian citrus industry for you: a vibrant collection of oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruit, each telling a story of innovation, sustainability, and a thirst for global recognition. Reflecting on insights gained at the Australian Citrus Conference, let’s peel […]
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Embark on a vibrant journey through Australia’s citrus belt, where the air is fragrant with the zest of oranges, lemons, and mandarins. From the sun-kissed orchards of Western Australia to the lush groves of Queensland, down through the heart of New South Wales, across the bountiful Riverland of South Australia, and into the historic citrus […]
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With numerous pests posing a threat to our crops, it’s crucial we all understand how our national biosecurity system works. Let’s break down our defence system and talk about the vital part you play in keeping our farms safe. How Our System Works Before the Border It all starts long before any threat touches Australian […]
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The Federal Government has advised that as of Friday, 28 June 2024, Harvest Trail Services (HTS) and the Harvest Trail Information Service (HTIS) funding will cease and the services will come to an end. MADEC Australia has provided the Harvest Trail Information Service since 1 July 2003. Thank you to the many jobseekers over the […]
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Eugene and Gail Henningheim tell an epic story of starting out with no farming experience but a passion for the countryside and a desire for a tree-change. In late 2001, they bought a 104-acre farm with a run-down old farmhouse, some dilapidated farm structures, and a young 300-tree avocado orchard with weeds taller than the […]
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Avocados have transcended from being just a fruit to a cultural icon, symbolising the essence of modern dietary trends and the famed ‘smashed avo’ brunch. Their buttery texture and nutritional profile have catapulted them to the forefront of health-conscious diets worldwide. In Australia, this green gem has not only found its way into the hearts […]
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Consider using Harvest Trail Services to assist you. No cost, no obligation, no risk. Contact the Harvest Trail Information Service or your nearest Harvest Trail Services Office. Harvest Areas 2020-24 Harvest Trail Information Service Contact List National Harvest Trail Information Service 1800 062 332 htis@madec.edu.au Harvest Trail Services – Contact List Western Australia South West […]
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Avocados have transcended from being just a fruit to a cultural icon, symbolising the essence of modern dietary trends and the famed ‘smashed avo’ brunch. Their buttery texture and nutritional profile have catapulted them to the forefront of health-conscious diets worldwide. In Australia, this green gem has not only found its way into the hearts […]
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Mar
Mar
With avocados predominantly grown along the east coast of Australia, it’s really easy to follow a trail of farms from Far North Queensland down into New South Wales, before skipping across the continent to South Australia and Western Australia. However, depending on when you’re available to start your trail, you can jump in anywhere as, […]