Tag Archives: @horticulture

Grower Profile – The Henningheims Pemberton, WA

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 […]

Commodity in Focus – Avocados

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 […]

Recognising mental health issues in your workforce

So, as an employer, you’ve managed to build your required workforce for the upcoming harvest. First box ticked. Next thing to consider is how to minimise turnover. The last thing you need is continual staff changes requiring your time and energy and costing you money to replace lost workers. Workplace health and safety laws help […]

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Harvest Trail – Avocados (Avo go at it!)

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, […]

Australian Licences and Certificates

So, you’ve landed in Australia and looking for work. You are confident your driver’s licence from home, forklift ticket and tractor driving permit will get you the job you’ve seen advertised. But will they? Documents I need to travel and work in Australia There are many things to think of when travelling and working in […]

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Worker Profile: Lo Tsz Ching – A Journey of Exploration and Growth

At the age of 23, Lo Tsz Ching also known as ‘Oscar’ has already embarked on a remarkable journey filled with exploration, personal growth, and valuable experiences. Growing up with three sisters in Hong Kong, her father was a taxi driver and her mother a housewife. At 18 she moved to Taiwan to pursue a […]

Grower Profile – “We Own A” – Banana Farm in Mission Beach

Ian and Connie Barnes are Australian born banana farmers who run ‘We Own A’ in Mission Beach, 140 kilometres south of Cairns, Queensland. Starting with Ian’s grandfather, farming has been passed down through the generations and both Ian and his brother own and run farms in the Cassowary Coast region. The current farm Ian and […]

Commodity in Focus – Bananas

Have you ever thought about where Australia’s most-loved fruit begins its journey? Let’s take a look at the world of banana farming! Whether you’re a backpacker seeking a unique Australian experience or a young local hunting for a hands-on job, here’s your chance to be a part of this a-peel-ing venture. Every day, Australians munch […]