In horticulture, building a reliable and productive workforce remains a work in progress. A magic bullet that delivers the right number of skilled workers at the right time, in the right place remains but an elusive dream of industry.

Equal access to reliable and affordable telecommunications services, be that phone, mobile or internet is something all Queenslanders should expect, right?

We've all heard the saying, "a penny saved is a penny earned", but in horticulture, where energy costs can significantly impact your bottom line, it's time to rethink this adage.

They’re little, quiet, and highly underrated. For many people, they just don’t matter at all. But the humble insect, often overlooked, is at the very heart of a costly battle in Australian horticulture.

In just a few short weeks, Australia will bid farewell to their 3G networks, with Telstra's shutdown on 31 August 2024, followed by Optus on 1 September 2024.

The horticulture industry in Queensland is vital yet complex. The industry not only made up of a diverse array of commodities but has a number of regional grower groups who each strongly represent their own agendas to further the industry’s progress.  

After 14 years in the horticulture industry, I feel qualified enough to say that no other commodity comes together quite like the Australian pineapple industry.

Last week, I attended the Global Food Forum, organised by the Australian newspaper in partnership with Visy.

Hort growers from across Queensland have been ‘gearing up’ in the Tricks of the Trade Negotiation Masterclasses.