E-newsletters

Industry News

Welcome Wendy Morris – our new PAI Industry Services Manager
Market Report – January 2022 from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Marketing Update – A lookback at December 2021 and a glimpse into January 2022
Passionfruit Guides and Growing Tools AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ONLINE NOW
- Defect & grading tool posters
- Passionfruit problem solver field guide
- The passionfruit growing guide, 2nd edition
We want to hear from you – drop us an email

Australian News

Backpackers return to discover new employment landscape
Farmers welcome certainty on the future of Paradise Dam
Queensland could be Australia’s agritourism centre
The Reef 2050 Plan
Organics regulatory framework up for discussion
Horticulture output holds despite fewer workers for 2020/21

Aussie farm inventions

Over the next few editions of our newsletter, we take a look at some Aussie farm inventions, past and present, that have or look to shape the future of farming. Our first article is Aussie farm inventions have changed the world

Grants & Applications

Industry Training & Events

Industry Updates

Read a selection of current industry newsletters, from Plant Heath Australia (PHA), Queensland Farmers Federation (QFF) & Department of Agriculture & Fisheries (DAF)

Biosecurity & IPM Updates

The December 2021 AgChemical Update is available
A cheque to check on pests and weeds
Biosecurity Queensland has free Farm Check-In App

Covid-19 Updates, Support & News

Included this month:

National update
Covid-19 Restriction Checker
National Support – Getting help during Coronavirus (Covid-19)
State Support & Assistance
Border Crossing
Workplace Essentials
Sourcing Rapid Antigen Test Kits
QLD – Managing COVID-19 cases and exposure in the workplace, including fact sheet

Recipes

Better Homes & Gardens share 20 of their best passionfruit recipes
Moroccan Glazed BBQ Prawns…Yes please!

Industry News

Information for QLD & NSW growers affected by heavy rainfall & flooding Feb 2022
Market Report – February 2022 from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Marketing Update
Passionfruit grower Tom Carey featured in ABC Rural News Article
What is Hort360 Reef Certification and why is it so important?
Changes to piece rate provisions
Widebay Passionvine Nursery Closure + hothouses for sale
Orchard spray package for sale – Sunshine Coast
Passionfruit Guides and Growing Tools AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ONLINE NOW
- Defect & grading tool posters
- Passionfruit problem solver field guide
- The passionfruit growing guide, 2nd edition
We want to hear from you – drop us an email
Hort Innovation News
Future Fields Updates

Australian News

Horticulture Statistics Handbook 2020/21 released
Industry supports Australian Agriculture Visa
Farm labour shortage continues despite surge of working holiday visa applications
Federal Government stands firm to commit funding to rebuild Paradise Dam

Aussie farm inventions

Read ABC’s Landline article ‘How these inventors got their farming innovations off the ground and into the paddock’

Grants & Applications

Industry Training & Events

Industry Updates

Read a selection of current industry newsletters, from Plant Heath Australia (PHA), Queensland Farmers Federation (QFF) & Department of Agriculture & Fisheries (DAF)

Covid-19 Updates, Support & News

Included this month:

National update
Covid-19 Restriction Checker
National Support – Getting help during Coronavirus (Covid-19)
State Support & Assistance

Recipes

Passionfruit Iced Tea…Yes please!

Industry News

President’s Message
Current Disaster Assistance
Grower Report Snapshot
- Far North Queensland
- Sunshine Coast
Market Report – March 2022 from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Marketing Update – A lookback at the month of March
Additional Information on Piece Rate Changes
Future Drought Fund
Building Farm Business Resilience in Horticulture
We Want to Hear From You – drop us an email

Australian News

Farmers count the cost of south-east Queensland Floods
NSW, Queensland floods on track to be among country’s worst-ever natural disasters, Climate Council says
Farm inputs not floods to push prices higher & QFF says farmers’ need input costs surety and security
Queensland Farmers Federation (QFF) says farmers’ need input costs surety and security
Queensland Farmers Federation welcomes tax facelift for modern farming
New Industry strategies to train skilled workforces
New dollars for fixed wireless a win for farmers and regional Australia
Biggest merger in Super history now finalised

Industry Training & Events

Industry Updates

Read a selection of current industry newsletters, from Plant Heath Australia (PHA), Queensland Farmers Federation (QFF) & Department of Agriculture & Fisheries (DAF)

Covid-19 Updates, Support & News

Included this month:

National update
Covid-19 Restriction Checker
National Support – Getting help during Coronavirus (Covid-19)
State Support & Assistance

Recipes

Passionfruit & White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Industry News

PF19000-National Passionfruit Breeding & Evaluation Program
Marketing Update – A lookback at the previous month
We Want to Hear From You – drop us an email

Industry Training & Events

Industry Newsletters

Read a selection of current industry newsletters, from Plant Heath Australia (PHA), Queensland Farmers Federation (QFF) & Department of Agriculture & Fisheries (DAF)

Covid-19 Updates, Support & News

Included this month:

National update
Covid-19 Restriction Checker
National Support – Getting help during Coronavirus (Covid-19)
State Support & Assistance

Recipes

Mother’s Day Recipe: Wholegrain Passionfruit Pancakes

Presidents Message
ISM’s Report
Market Report – May 2022
Marketing Update – A lookback at the previous month
Scholarships:
- Noel Day Scholarships open now for 2022/2023 year.
  Find out what Alicia Bertola from A & A Farming of Tolga, QLD says about the NTS Certificate in Farming course
- Women In Leadership Australia
For Sale: Used Perma Logs for Sale, Sunshine Coast
Ag Industry Tax Tips ahead of 1 July
Industry Training & Events
Industry Newsletters
- Read a selection of current industry newsletters, from
  Plant Heath Australia (PHA)
  Queensland Farmers Federation (QFF) &
  Department of Agriculture & Fisheries (DAF)
We Want to Hear From You – drop us an email
Covid-19 Updates, Support & News
Recipe: No-Bake Mini Passionfruit Cheesecakes

ISM’s Report
Market Report – June 2022
Regional Roundups
Marketing Update – A lookback at May
PAI grower members Mitchell East & Jennifer Riseley in the news
PAI grower member Tina McPherson in the news
For Sale: Farm Equipment Sunshine Coast
For Sale: Farm Equipment Northern NSW
Scholarships:
- Noel Day Scholarships open now for 2022/2023 year.
  Find out what Alicia Bertola from A & A Farming of Tolga, QLD says about the NTS Certificate in Farming course
- Women In Leadership Australia
Varroa Mite Incursion Detected in NSW
Quad bike & SSV Rebates – NSW
Industry Training & Events
Industry Newsletters
- Read a selection of current industry newsletters, from
  Plant Heath Australia (PHA)
  Queensland Farmers Federation (QFF) &
  Department of Agriculture & Fisheries (DAF)
We Want to Hear From You – drop us an email
Covid-19 Updates, Support & News
Recipe: Easy Vegan Passionfruit Cake

President’s Message
ISM’s Report
Market Report – July 2022
Marketing Update – A lookback at July
What does the QLD Government’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions mean for Passionfruit Growers?
PALM scheme fact sheets
Scholarships:
- Noel Day Scholarships open now for 2022/2023 year.
  Find out what Alicia Bertola from A & A Farming of Tolga, QLD says about the NTS Certificate in Farming course
- Women In Leadership Australia
Sustainable Agriculture Grant – Tweed Shire
Grants & payments for farmers & primary producers after NSW Floods 2022
Permit Update – Fenbutatin Oxide (Torque Miticide)
Industry Training & Events
Industry Newsletters
- Read a selection of current industry newsletters, from
  Plant Heath Australia (PHA)
  Queensland Farmers Federation (QFF) &
  Department of Agriculture & Fisheries (DAF)
We Want to Hear From You – drop us an email
Covid-19 Updates, Support & News
Recipe: Passionfruit Yoghurt Loaf

President’s Message
ISM’s Report
Vietnamese Passionfruit
Market Report – August 2022
Grower Profile: Meet the Millard’s
Scholarships:
- Noel Day Scholarships open now for 2022/2023 year.
  Find out what Alicia Bertola from A & A Farming of Tolga, QLD says about the NTS Certificate in Farming course
- Women In Leadership Australia
FNQ: Agronomy Technology Short Course
AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award & Acceleration Grants
QLD: Tools for agriculture business webinar
NSW: Soil Pits and Kits Workshops 20-23 September 2022
Industry Newsletters
- Read a selection of current industry newsletters from
  - Plant Health Australia (PHA)
  - Queensland Farmer’s Federation (QFF)
  - Dept Agriculture & Fisheries (DAF)
Chemical Updates
- Sivanto Prime label extension
- Agsafe welcomes manufacturers to the drumMUSTER container recycling program
Father’s Day Recipe: Wholegrain Passionfruit Pancakes
We want to hear from You

ISM’s Report
Vietnamese Passionfruit
Market Report – September 2022
Jobs & Skills Summit
New Exotic Pest & Disease Identification Factsheets
ABC News Article – Australian farmers invest in robots, autonomous vehicles to combat worker shortage
Paid Marketing Opportunity
Scholarships:
- Noel Day Scholarships open now for 2022/2023 year + PAI grower members
Industry Training
Industry Dates
Industry Newsletters
- Read a selection of current industry newsletters from
  - Plant Health Australia (PHA)
  - Queensland Farmer’s Federation (QFF)
  - Dept Agriculture & Fisheries (DAF)Father’s Day Recipe: Wholegrain Passionfruit Pancakes
Recipe: Passionfruit and White Chocolate Chip Cookies
We want to hear from You

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER

President’s Message
ISM’s Report
Regional Round-ups: Sep-Nov 2022
New Communications Project for PAI
PAI Field Day
Notice of PAI AGM
Hiring Holiday Employees? Be aware of important changes to super
Market Report – October-November 2022
Scholarships:
- Noel Day Scholarships open now for 2022/2023 year + PAI grower members
News Article: Avoid fatal mistakes with bogged machinery
Find Disaster Recovery Services * Support
US Passionfruit Conference 2022 recording
Chemical Notices
- Luna Experience Fungicide Label extension (Label No. 135236)
- Chemclear coming to Victoria in early 2023
Industry Dates
Industry Newsletters
- Read a selection of current industry newsletters from
  - Plant Health Australia (PHA)
  - Queensland Farmer’s Federation (QFF)
  - Dept Agriculture & Fisheries (DAF)Father’s Day Recipe: Wholegrain Passionfruit Pancakes
Recipe: Passionfruit Vanilla ice-block bars
We want to hear from You
‘Tis The Season

2021

INDUSTRY NEWS:

New Passionfruit SARP now completed
The Lost Crop Register has captured over $41m in losses from horticulture producers in the last month. Have you logged your losses?
FAO declares 2021 International Year of Fruits & Vegetables
The administrators of HARPS have released a revision of the HARPS Standard Version 2.0 for public consultation and grower feedback.
Masterclass in Horticultural Business starting soon – scholarships available for members of the berry industries
Qld News – Consultation on the updated draft standard conditions for new or expanded commercial cropping and horticulture activities in the Great Barrier Reef catchments
NSW News – Consultations now open:
- Land Use Planning Strategy
- Coastal Harvestable Rights Review
Market Report from Brisbane market

LABOUR NEWS:

FREE induction, pre-employment training open for farm employers in Qld – funded by the Queensland Government until March 2021
Useful COVID-19 training and induction video available from Safe Farming Tasmania
Agribusiness exemption for Qld & NSW extended until 31 March 2021
BFVG part of $1m trial to attract more workers to horticulture

COVID-19:

Get the latest information on COVID-19

BIOSECURITY NEWS:

Approval given to research a biopesticide that can target the FAW caterpillar stage
Queensland Fruit Fly outbreak in WA

INDUSTRY NEWS:

The Lost Crop Register has captured over $48m in losses from horticulture producers in the last month. Please log your losses to help us draw attention to the labour shortage in Horticulture
The Coles Nurture Fund is open again
HARPS 2.0 not going ahead in March as planned
Want to be a Pumps & Irrigations System guru? 3 day course available
New Zealand passionfruit industry invests heavily in marketing
The latest edition of the Hort Stats Handbook is available now
Chemical Update: TWO new permits issued
Bureau of Meteorology Climate Outlook – get the latest news about what Autumn has in store
ChemClear unwanted chem collection coming to Queensland – register your chemicals now for collection
Qld Farmers Federation joining forces with Airbnb to boost agritourism
Market Report from Brisbane market

LABOUR NEWS:

COVID-19 vaccination and the workplace – make sure you understand
Finding workers: Understanding the SWP vs the PLS
FREE induction, pre-employment training open for farm employers in Qld – funded by the Queensland Government until March 2021
Useful COVID-19 training and induction video available from Safe Farming Tasmania
Agribusiness exemption for Qld & NSW extended until 31 March 2021
Access to labour – Qld
Access to Labour – WA

COVID-19:

Get the latest information on COVID-19

BIOSECURITY NEWS:

First-ever Biosecurity app for Queensland being developed
Tougher penalties for Biosecurity flouters
Khapra Beetle – the story so far

INDUSTRY NEWS:

Passionfruit Australia has organised three grower workshop/get-together meetings in April & May to bring growers together for a catch-up and to feed into the new industry Strategic Investment Plan – come along for a drink & a feed and catch up with fellow growers from your region – RSVP now please for catering purposes
ABARES Horticulture Outlook
BoM Climate Outlook
Growcom unveils new look AgVet chemical database
Freshcare FSQ 4.2 – are you ready?
Hort Innovation publishes the latest Ag Chemical update
ATO Deductions for Agriculture – get tax-time ready
Growcom Advocacy Update
Bee Aware when using insecticides

COVID-19:

Get the latest information on COVID-19

QLD NEWS:

AgSafe ChemClear collection coming to Qld – register your unwanted chemicals by June 13
QFF: New report dispels agriculture work myths

NSW NEWS:

NSW DPI update on Special Disaster grants for primary producers, lost and found stock and Damage Assessment reporting

TRAINING NEWS:

Farm Business Management Skill Set Program ‘for women, by women’
NFF Leadership Program applications opened 8 March

INDUSTRY NEWS:

Passionfruit Australia has organised three grower workshop/get-together meetings in April & May to bring growers together for a catch-up and to feed into the new industry Strategic Investment Plan – come along for a drink & a feed and catch up with fellow growers from your region – RSVP now please for catering purposes
Fusarium Solanii – is this an issue for you? Please respond to our Grower Survey
New Permit issued for Fenbutatin Oxide (Miticide) – REPLACES PER84258
Do you use Piece Rates? – Then read about the latest updates and complete an important survey from the National Farmers Federation if you want to keep Piece Rates available as a performance reward tool
Have unwanted chemicals and live in Qld? Register the details with ChemClear now
NSW Financial Packages – Special Disaster Grants
Industry events – save the date or register now for industry events in the next 2-3 months

LABOUR NEWS:

QUEENSLAND – assistance that is available to help you find workers
NSW – help on offer from the State Government

COVID-19:

Get the latest information on COVID-19

BIOSECURITY NEWS:

National Fruit Fly Symposium is on 4-6 May – all Online
Fall Armyworm update
Xylella Fastidiosa host plants thankfully intercepted at the border

INDUSTRY NEWS:

Passionfruit Australia organised three grower workshop/get-together meetings in April & May – a great turnout and some interesting discussions were held
Draft Passionfruit Strategic Investment Plan – please review and have your say by Friday 4 June
What was in the federal budget for the Agriculture sector? Growcom provides a succinct summary
Fair Farms supported with Federal Budget funding

State News:

Queensland: Fatal accident has lessons for us all, Work in Paradise campaign to support regional jobs, On-Farm Emergency Water Infrastructure boost & the new Farm design reef standards start from 1 June
NSW: Fall Armyworm found in North Coast Sorghum & Hotel Quarantine costs halved
WA: Declared Qfly free after 15 month eradication campaign

Industry News:

Hot off the press – New AgVisa with UK and 10 ASEAN nations announced this morning
Passionfruit Australia co-signs letter to Minister Butcher regarding the Paradise Dam Business Case
Director roles are now open for applications at both Hort Innovation and Plant Health Australia
Get the latest news from Brisbane market
AgMove – helping workers relocate for agricultural jobs
Superannuation moves to 10% from 1 July
ACCC: Collective bargaining approval easier for small businesses
Government announces consultations on streamlined Pacific Labour Mobility initiatives

Biosecurity & IPM News:

CropLife launches new guide to pesticides, Improved access to AgVet Chemicals, Serpentine Leafminer resources & a PestBites video helping you to identify the brown marmorated stink bug

State News:

Queensland: On-Farm Emergency Water Infrastructure rebate returns as most of Southern Queensland is still drought-declared, Major drought reform for Queensland producers & SafeFarm training is still FREE until June 30
NSW: Unknown attackers destroy 70 beehives with fuel
WA: New hub to support the agriculture industry gets underway & AgriFutures WA Rural Women’s Awards from 2020 finally held

COVID-19 News:

How to tell a cold or flu apart from COVID-19

Industry News:

Tell us what you want to see in the next Communication Programme
Latest news from Brisbane & Sydney markets
Passionfruit looking at bumper winter crop
Farmers urged to participate in the Agricultural Census coming shortly
Drought Resilience Monitoring program seeking to improve drought and climate resilience

Labour News:

Big Ag Visa win offset by an unexpected change to eligibility for second and third-year visa extensions
Piecework evidence and arguments submitted to the Fair Work Commission
Hort Award pay rates & 10% superannuation guarantee now in place from 1 July 2021 – make sure to update your systems
Fair Work Ombudsman announces their 2021-22 compliance priorities and horticulture is still right up there

Biosecurity & IPM News:

Latest Ag Chemical update available thanks to Hort Innovation
We are not the only ones struggling as Fusarium solani threatens zucchini production in Greece
Wynca Azoxystrobin 250Sc Fungicide registration confirmed by APVMA for the control of various fungal diseases in passionfruit
Welcome to the first stop for biosecurity information – new national biosecurity website launched
Are you a Biosecurity superstar? 2021 Australian Biosecurity Awards open for nominations until 30 July

State News:

Queensland: Growing the Agricultural workforce: regional industry consultations announced and Queensland Government revises “Back to work in Agriculture” and rebrands as #pickqld bonus
NSW: Recommended use of QR codes on farms and State budget strong on regional communities but light on ag sector growth
WA: American Serpentine Leafminer confirmed and WA Government introduces new measures to help Ag industry fill critical labour gaps

COVID-19 News:

It’s time to Arm Yourself against COVID-19
Check that you are complying with all the latest rules for agriculture in your state:
- QLD
- NSW
- WA

Industry News:

Passionfruit Australia Inc AGM – Virtual – save the date 24 September
Members Only: TWO Noel Day Scholarships now available – fully funded horticulture training
New Defect & Grading Guide Posters – coming soon
Farewell from Jane Richter
Passionfruit Farm for sale: Bundaberg
Queensland passionfruit grower to boost production through an upgraded cold room
Latest news from Brisbane & Sydney markets
Aussie horticulture spotlights responsible farming in a new Australian-Grown Horticulture Sustainability Framework
What do you do with your ‘fugly’ fruit? Here’s a new option
New AgVisa is being fast-tracked to bring willing workers to rural areas
Demonstrating best practice farming in Reef catchments
Secure your Hort Innovation voting rights in time for the AGM in November
What do you think of the Fair Farms program? Give your feedback on the current review
Scholarships are now available for women in Horticulture

Biosecurity & IPM News:

American Serpentine Leafminer detected in the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula Area
New National Biosecurity website caters to everyone
APVMA Gazette: APS Azoxystrobin 250 SC Fungicide

State News:

Queensland: Border crossing changes for primary industries workers, Update on regional consultations for Growing the Agriculture Workforce, #pickqld bonus is available to all new ag workers, New drought assistance coming for Qld Primary Producers, Downland the Qld Check-in app to make contact tracing at your farm easier, Weathering the ups and downs of Queensland agriculture, PLS & SWP – your questions answered about both labour schemes at these in-person briefing sessions – reserve your place today, Agritourism Development Workshops – 2 September 2021 – Sunshine Coast
NSW: New COVID-19 rules in NSW – know what you need to do, NSW strongly recommends use of QR code check-in on farms, Tweed Council Sustainable Ag Small Grants, Tweed Council Field Days
WA: Government introduces new measures to help Ag industry fill critical labour gaps, Season 2021 – information for WA farmers

COVID-19 News:

COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ
Check that you are complying with all the latest rules for agriculture in your state:
- QLD
- NSW
- WA

In This Edition:

Passionfruit Australia Inc’s AGM 2021
Market Report from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Noel Day Scholarships open for applications from grower members
Scholarships available for women in horticulture
New Defect & Grading Posters coming your way soon
Growing or going? Planning your business succession
QFF Workforce Consultations in Ayr & Tablelands
Grants & Applications
Industry Training & Events
Industry Updates
Biosecurity & IPM News:
APVMA Gazette: Sabakem Azoxystrobin 250 SC Fungicide
Serpentine Leafminer detected in Lockyer Valley
New International Fruit Fly Technology Trial in Australia
Covid-19 News
Passionfruit & Coconut Sponge Cupcakes recipe – Enjoy!

In This Edition:

Market Report from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Social Media Activity – October 2021
Australia’s AgBoom
AgVisa Announcement
Noel Day Scholarships Update
New Defect & Grading Posters coming your way soon
Future Fields – Queensland
Workplace Essentials Seminar
Agerris Digital Farmhand robots tackling horticulture industry’s challenges
Quad Bike Safety – Announcement from the ACCC
What is your Business’s Digital Maturity?
QRIDA: The Farm Business Analysis Assistance
Grants & Applications
Industry Training & Events
Industry Updates
Biosecurity & IPM News:
- APVMA Gazette: Sivanto Prime 200 SL Insecticide
- Exotic Pest Identification and Surveillance Guide for Tropical Horticulture
Covid-19 News
Passionfruit Acai Smoothie Bowl recipe – Enjoy!
News to Share? – Send in your news, suggestions and pictures to share please

In This Edition:

Market Report from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Regional Roundup
Weather Watch
Marketing Update
A sad farewell from PAI Industry Services Manager – Sacha Harty. Calling for applications NOW
Successful recipients of the Noel Day Scholarships
New Defect & Grading Posters delivery update
Australian News
Australia streamlines seasonal labour programmes
School leavers encouraged to pick fruit during gap year
Nine projects worth $1.6 million to Improve Farm Safety Practices
QLD’s Paradise Dam overflows giving short-term water for farmers
New minimum hourly wage guarantee for pieceworkers
Ag-tech facility breaks new ground
Rewarding farmers for environmental outcomes
QLD Horticulture Irrigation Pricing Rebate Scheme Now Open
Biodiversity Workshop & Field Day for Tweed Farmer
QLD: $10k in rebates available on Carbon Project Assessments
Grants & Applications
Industry Training & Events
Industry Updates
Biosecurity & IPM News
Covid-19 News
PAI Office closure over Christmas
Recipe: Passionfruit, White Chocolate & Cashew Cheese-Fake…Yummmm
News to Share? – Send in your news, suggestions and pictures to share please

IN THIS EDITION

President’s Message
Market Report from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Marketing Update
New Defect & Grading Posters AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ONLINE NOW
Australian News
- Hort Innovation – New directors, chair and deputy chair elected
- Plant Health Australia (PHA) updates online course offering
- Australian Protected Cropping Strategy Launched
- Rubens Technologies takes fruit quality testing to next level
- Regional water assessment program kicks-off
- Still no clarity for Paradise Dam
- High-tech hub for sustainable crop protection launched
- Industry welcomes $87.2M investment to implement the Ag Visa
- Piece rate decision expected in the New Year
- The ACCC publishes agricultural machinery purchaser guidance material
Major drought reform for Queensland producers
Future Fields- latest news
New Hort Innovation Consumer Research Project
#pickqld bonus ending 31 Dec 2021
Mareeba Chamber of Commerce Economic snapshot
Fruit Fly in the Firing Line
Biodiversity Workshop & Field Day for Tweed – POSTPONED
FOCUS: National Disasters
Grants & Applications
Industry Training & Events
Industry Updates
Biosecurity & IPM News
Covid-19 News
PAI Office closure over Christmas
Recipe: Passionfruit & Watermelon Margarita
News to Share + Christmas Joke – Answer

2020

SARP process is underway – PLEASE take ten minutes to complete the questionnaire so your needs are included

Market Report – what was the Christmas Trading period like for 2019/20?

2020 is the International Year of Plant Health

From 1 Jan 2020, a new Horticulture Labour Agreement is available

Improving Horticulture Supply Chains – a Grower Survey that could win you $100 for completing

Australia is getting warmer – its official

MEMBERS ONLY – Enter to win a full year subscription to the invaluable Agrichemical information service Infopest

Latest Drought Update

HORT INNOVATION: Caffeine linked to rapid testicle growth, stronger sex drive in male fruit flies

LAST CHANCE to participate in the SARP Process – PLEASE take ten minutes to complete the questionnaire so your needs are included

Market Report – did fruit flow in February?

Biosecurity ALERT – Fall Armyworm has reached northern Queensland – find out what you need to look out for

Check out the latest Chemicals Update as Methidathion (Suptrathion) has its registration surrendered

Improving Horticulture Supply Chains – we still urgently need MORE GROWERS to complete this survey

If you’re a female in farming, why not get along to one of the Australian Women’s Leadership Symposia?

Registration now open for all of the Passionfruit Post Harvest Field Days in 2020

MEMBERS ONLY – get in quick as the draw entry closes 29/2 – Enter to win a full year subscription to the invaluable Agrichemical information service Infopest

FRESHCARE – achieves global food safety initiative benchmark

Public consultation is now open to provide feedback on the draft requirements for new or expanded cropping and horticulture activities in the Great Barrier Reef catchment under the Reef protection regulations.

COVID-19 Updates
* What help is coming from the Federal Government for all Australians?

* Help from State Governments for Households?
Queensland
New South Wales
Western Australia
* Help from State Governments for Businesses?
Queensland
New South Wales
Western Australia
Northern Territory
* Change to the way you do business due to COVID-19
* Implementing measures in your business to help reduce the risk and the impact of COVID-19
* How do you secure enough labour this winter? You MUST complete this survey now to enable industry bodies to advocate on your behalf for the right level of workers – please complete this no matter how large or small an employer you are
* QUEENSLAND BORDER CLOSURE – what you need to know
* Applying for an Entry Pass into Queensland
* We also recommend that you require all workers – both NEW & EXISTING – to fill in a worker disclosure form before starting or continuing work on your farm and have attached a template HERE to assist you, with thanks to Growcom.

Useful other COVID-19 resources
FAQ & Fact Sheets on COVID-19
Handwashing Poster
Fair Work Ombudsman answer your questions about managing your workforce during COVID-19
National Farmers Federation FarmHub provides a wealth of information
Don’t forget to look after your mental health during this incredibly stressful time

LAST LAST CHANCE to participate in the SARP Process – PLEASE take ten minutes to complete the questionnaire so your needs for new chemical solutions are included in the forward plan for Passionfruit

Market Report – what is happening in the fresh fruit supply chains and at the markets?

Biosecurity UPDATE – Fall Armyworm is marching south through Queensland – find out what you need to look out for & Minor Use Permit issued for Spinetoram

Industry Events update
Hort Connections – postponed to 2021
Australasian Plant Breeding Conference – postponed from June 2020 – no new date available
Primex Field Days – postponed to September 2020
Passionfruit PostHarvest Field Days & Catch-ups for 2020 to be postponed but the PostHarvest Best Practice Guide is coming your way via Australia Post

Change to the way you do business due to COVID-19
Qld Government has announced their 5 point plan for managing seasonal workers moving from one harvest area to another
COVID-19 resources like useful forms for managing workers & visitors
Download the COVID SAFE App
Border restrictions updates by state

Get on board with the Growcom marketing campaign encouraging consumers to Eat Yourself to Health – we need passionfruit farmers to make super short videos using the Growcom recipe

Market Report – what is happening in the fresh fruit supply chains and at the markets?

Biosecurity UPDATE – Fall Armyworm is marching south through Queensland – find out what you need to look out for & Minor Use Permit issued for Spinetoram

Read the latest news from Hort Innovation

Win prizes and promote farm safety in this year’s Farm safety calendar competition

Hort Innovation releases new Request for Proposal for the Passionfruit Industry Breeding Program PF19000

Change to the way you do business due to COVID-19
State Governments announce their guidelines for using temporary visa holders & seasonal transient workers
COVID-19 resources like useful forms for managing workers & visitors
CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) are interested in the potential use of drone technology in Agriculture – share your ideas

Queensland Fruit Fly outbreak in Perth

Market Report – what is happening in the fresh fruit supply chains and at the markets?

Biosecurity UPDATE – Fall Armyworm is marching south through Australia – find out what you need to look out for & Minor Use Permit issued for Spinetoram

Read the latest news from Hort Innovation

And finally …….. a new Cultivar in South Africa makes its export debut

Fruit supply hits the market from all growing regions at once

A Bundaberg farm had a positive case of COVID-19 – are you sure your business is prepared?

* State Governments guidelines for using temporary visa holders & seasonal transient workers

* COVID-19 resources like useful forms for managing workers & visitors

Growcom encouraging consumers to Eat Up and Branch Out – please get on board

FWO launches its Horticultural Showcase providing information for both employers and employees – in 36 languages!

Market Report – what is happening in the fresh fruit supply chains and at the markets?

Field Day, AGM & Industry Dinner planned for 17 October – please join us

Read the latest news from Hort Innovation including an update on their hort-wide marketing campaign The Good Mood Food

And finally …….. learn about the new company growing Australia’s tropical fruit category through increased market opportunities

QLD Farms: What is a ‘Seasonal Worker’ and does your business need a Health Management Plan? There are active compliance checks happening right now

Managing workers in these COVID-19 times – keep on top of what is changing

Labour News: Minimum wage increase from 1 November 2020

Can you become a change maker? Nuffield Scholarships are now open for 2021

Market Report – what is happening in the fresh fruit supply chains and at the markets?

2020 Queensland Agriculture awards are now open for nominations

Quad Bike Safety Fact Sheet launched by the ACCC

Read the latest news from Hort Innovation including an update on My Market Kitchen, Women in Horticulture Scholarships, Trade Assessment Panels and the new funding agreement signed with the Government

And finally …….. a farm in South Africa takes passionfruit from a side-line to mainstream business

FOR SALE – in Glass House Mountains SEQ a polisher, sorter & grader is available. Would suit a medium-large farm operation and is fully adjustable for purples or panama varieties, as well as limes or avocados.

Don’t get caught short without the right plan in place for COVID-19

Chemical News:

•Permit surrendered as its now covered on label – PER14665 Version 3 Abamectin / Passionvine Mite & Two Spotted mite
•Changes to the making & keeping of chemical application records in Qld

Labour News: Backpacker tax – ATO appeal upheld by the Federal Court

BIOSECURITY ALERT: Khapra Beetle

Market Report – what is happening in the fresh fruit supply chains and at the markets?

Women in Horticulture: Full & Partial Scholarships available

Fruit Fly News from the National Fruit Fly Council

Read the latest news from Hort Innovation including the renewal of funding for plant biosecurity research, this years AGM goes online & ensure your voting rights now

And finally …….. a Colombian grower believes there is a lot of room for growth in the European market for purple passionfruit

Ensure you keep up with the changes in your state and that you have the right plan in place for COVID-19

Chemical News:
Label registration now achieved for Luna Sensation fungicide with Luna Experience to follow in the next 12 months
Labour News:
NSW writes the new Agricultural Workers Code into public health orders
NSW Agriculture Worker Permit
Fair Work Ombudsman reports on compliance
Securing labour – a Growcom update
Qld Seasonal Labour campaign – #pickqld
Qld Regional compliance checks
BIOSECURITY ALERT: Unsolicited Seeds arriving at farms

Market Report – what is happening in the fresh fruit supply chains and at the markets?

Women in Horticulture: Full & Partial Scholarships still available – deadline extended to October 9th

Fruit Fly News
Sterile fruit flies contribute to reduction in Qfly population in trial sites
The notification process following the detection of fruit fly larvae in produce sold interstate

Read the latest news from Hort Innovation including the Proposed Levy Payers Register, the Hort innovation AGM, an Extraordinary General Meeting that has been called for Friday October 9th at 1pm AEDST and an update from the International Trade Team.

FOR SALE – Tornado, 600 L polyethylene spray tank, 25 rolls of poly-pipe and other great nearly-new equipment – Northern NSW

And finally …….. Vietnam has started to export passionfruit to Europe and the hit TV show from Channel 7 ‘Farmer wants a Wife’ are looking for their next set of farmers. Know anyone?

Ensure you keep up with the changes in your state and that you have the right plan in place for COVID-19

Access to Seasonal Workers – Qld Update
Access to Seasonal Workers – NSW Update
Access to Seasonal Workers – WA Update

BIOSECURITY ALERT: Tasmania has second FF detection in 2020 in a passionfruit

Chemical News:

Staphyt seeking trial sites in FNQ for new chemicals for passionfruit

Labour News:

Hort Award wage increase starts 1 November
Relocation assistance for seasonal & aussie workers

Market Report – what is happening in the fresh fruit supply chains and at the markets?

Nellie Kelly turns 100 this year

Reef Credit scheme launches

Read the latest news from Hort Innovation including the latest Annual Report for Passionfruit, the Masterclass in Horticultural Business is open for 2021, what happened at the Extraordinary General Meeting and the new approach Hort Innovation is taking to Strategic Investment Plans.

Sadly we say farewell to our Industry Services Manager Amanda Roy and we’re seeking applications from anyone interested in taking on her role

There are more changes in borders and the management of seasonal workers so don’t forget to keep up with what’s required for Covid-Safe plans in your state

Please welcome our new Industry Strategic Partner for Passionfruit from Hort Innovation – Georgia Sheil

In Chemical News:

Cabrio supplies may be low so plan your fungicide requirements for the season and secure your supplies as soon as you can
Luna Sensation is now registered for use in Passionfruit so consider that as an additional tool for Septoria spot and brown spot
Trichlorfon permit for use on Fruit Fly has been renewed to 2025

In Labour News:

The changes to the Hort Award are now in effect so please ensure you access the FWC pay tools to get the right pay rates
Significant shortages of back-packers (WHM) are being faced across the country – don’t wait until the last minute to plan and secure your workers for this season

What’s happening in the markets?

Focus on Fruit Fly:

Check out these really informative 3-minute videos from AHR which help to explain the lifecycle and best management practices for Queensland and Mediterranean Fruit Fly
Our website also has some useful information
The National Fruit Fly Strategy for 2020-25 has just been released

Hort Innovation News:

AGM Friday 27 November – don’t forget to join in & vote
Masterclass in Horticulture Business – Applications are now open
The new approach to Strategic Planning at Hort Innovation is explained in more detail
An update on the proposed Levy Payer Register

Get ready to welcome Sacha Harty who will be taking over from our outgoing Industry Services Manager Amanda Roy from early January.

Have a sneak peek at the latest edition of The Passion Vine which is currently being printed and posted out

Growcom and the National Farmers Federation have launched a National Crop Loss Register to capture information about horticulture crops lost because of labour shortages

The ACCC’s Perishable Agricultural Goods Inquiry Report recommends the introduction of an unfair trading practices prohibition, and the strengthening of the small business unfair contract term protections and the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct.

In Labour News:

Tourism Australia launches a cheeky campaign in NZ to attract workers to Australia
AFPA launches its plan for Australia’s Hort Harvest workforce
FarmReady Hub is launched in Qld
Thankful4Farmers launches Go & Pick

What’s happening in the markets?

Biosecurity News:

Serpentine Leafminer has been detected for the first time in Queensland

Hort Innovation News:

A further FAQ about the Levy Payer Register proposed by Hort Innovation
Check out the new Directors, Chair, and Deputy Chair elected at the AGM for Hort Innovation

2019

Tyson Cross wins 5L Tsunami
Passionfruit Industry Event Calendar for 2019
Important update on Breeding Programme Review
LOW PRICES & HIGH SUPPLY – what can we learn?
MEMBER BENEFITS: Free Crop Test until 31/1/19
Nursery News: Time to start planning your plantings for 2019
Chain of Responsibility – Master Code from Agsafe
HORT INNOVATION: Better Together Strategy Workshops
Grower Forum: Coming soon to your smartphone & tablet
Labour News: an excellent summary from NHLIS
Farm Succession Planning: Help is available

Register now for the first Regional Field Day of the year
PF15000: National Breeding Programme update
WELCOME: Cynthia Barbagallo & Dennis Chant join the Management Committee
Market Update
Hort funded Churchill Fellowships now open for application
ChemClear collection out-of-date chems
MEMBER BENEFITS: LAST CHANCE FOR YOUR FREE CROP TEST
TIME IS RUNNING OUT FOR PLANT ORDERS FOR 2019
Export Protocol established for Indonesia
Flood Disaster Assistance available
GROWER FORUM NOW LIVE!

Regional Field Day Report: 20th March Glass House Mountains
Markets Update
Permit Variation Issued: PER87164 VERSION 2 – Dimethoate
PANAMA RED & PANDORA PLANTS AVAILABLE at Tara Valley Nursery
Passionfruit postharvest best practice review now contracted to AHR
Blockchain technology: what is it?
Vale John Bishop
MARKETING UPDATE: Growers needed for Royal Easter Show in Sydney
HORT INNOVATION NEWS
HORT CONNECTIONS: EARLY BIRD DEAL ends Friday 29th March

New HARPS training dates announced
PER87607 – Phosphorous acid / Passionfruit / Phytophthora Blight
Needing workers for the Winter Flush?
PRIMEX FIELD DAY COMING UP
QLD: Workplace Essentials at Agrotrend
PASSIONFRUIT FARM FOR SALE: NSW
Changes to HORT AWARD now live
GROWCOM NEWS
HORT CONNECTIONS: DON’T MISS OUT
Australian Women’s Leadership Symposiums

CONGRATULATIONS: LEO & KELLIE BURGOYNE YOU HAVE WON A FREE 1 LITRE OF TRANSFORM IN THE LATEST MEMBERS-ONLY DRAW
Regional Field Day: Dimbulah 19th June
Pest & Disease Research Roadshow
Qld: Dam desilting rebate now available
AG SAFE CONFERENCE – BRISBANE
MARKETS UPDATE
NSW DPI – Useful You Tube Channel
The Hort Innovation Strategic Plan is taking shape!
HARPS TRAINING – JUNE 18, 19, 20
Water Wise Connect Expo
Protect your vines from frost this winter
Not totally bat-sh*t crazy after all!

Regional Field Day: NSW 24th July
FWO: new pay rates applicable from 1 July 2019
Glyphosate update
Updates to Freshcare Food Safety & Quality FSQ4 (on-farm)
Hort Innovation’s new strategy is here

NSW Regional Field Day – 24th July Breeding Programme focus – REGISTER NOW PLEASE
Wondermazing Honeybees seeking ongoing passionfruit pulp supply
Looking for workers? MADEC can help
RESEARCH ROADSHOWS – have your say in the future of access to agrichemicals (on-farm)
AgFunding: One-Stop-Shop to identify available funding sources
Hort Innovation NEWS
SAVE THE DATE: Annual Industry Dinner & Passionfruit Australia AGM

Bundaberg Regional Field Day – 18th September – REGISTER NOW PLEASE
RESEARCH ROADSHOWS – have your say about future access to agrichemicals
MARKET REPORT
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE: WOMEN IN HORTICULTURE
Nematodes an issue?
Effective Inductions for all new staff are vital to good business practice
Qld Department of Agriculture wants to hear from you
Directors sought for Plant Health Australia
Hort Innovation NEWS – Complete your Annual Levy Return + secure Hort Innovation voting entitlements
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW: Annual Industry Dinner & Passionfruit Australia AGM

New Committee Members needed for PAI Management Committee
Passionfruit Industry AGM, Dinner & Nursery Farm tour 18/19 October
Noel Day Scholarships – Applications now OPEN for 2019/20
FAIR WORK Launches Horticulture Showcase Tool for Farmers
MARKET REPORT
INFOPEST: YouTube Tutorial now available
Hort Innovation podcast series out now: GROWING MATTERS
Labour hire injury claims: who is liable?
Register your workforce needs with the NHLIS
Strengthening Australia’s defence against fruit fly threat
Hort Innovation – Annual Levy Return Reminder

New Committee Members needed for PAI Management Committee
Passionfruit Industry AGM, Dinner & Nursery Farm tour 18/19 October
Noel Day Scholarships – Applications now OPEN for 2019/20
FAIR WORK: Changes to public holiday substitution rules
LADIES – don’t miss out on Leadership Development Funding
For Sale:Looking for a new Grader? Expanding your farm and need some more posts?
MEMBERS ONLY QUARTERLY FREE PRIZE DRAW – Win a Roll-in fruit collector
CREATE YOUR OWN ONLINE FARM INDUCTION FOR NEW WORKERS
CQUniversity Export Survey – please complete
New Climate Guides launched by Australian Government

* 250 Misty Gem baby plants ready to go from Arbour Grove Nursery – first in-best dressed

* Fruit Fly discovered in passionfruit in Adelaide Woolworths store

* Glass House Mountains hammered by hail

* Latest Market report

* Meet your new PAI Management Committee

* Missed the AGM? Check out the photos from the dinner & Nursery Tour

* Noel Day Scholarships for 2020 closing 30/11/19

* New Reef Regulations come in 1/12/19

* Hort Innovation News – latest Annual Fund Report for Passionfruit & New Directors elected at the AGM

* A Round-up of all the Disaster & Drought Relief currently available – don’t be afraid to seek some help

SEQ region now drought declared
Professor Alon Samach visits Southern Cross University
Freshcare 4.1 – are you ready?
Get it right for you & your workers in the festive season
New Quad Bike Safety standard – please take heed
2020 Diary dates
MEMBERS ONLY BENEFITS UPDATE – Noel Day Scholarships awarded, 12.5% off at Growcom’s Workplace Relations Shop & reassuring pickers trying to get their 88 days
Hort Masterclass 2020 – get your application in by 17 January 2020
Hort Innovation News – Growing Matters Podcast series two & talk to us about Sustainability

2018

Market pricing updates
Churchill Fellowships
Nursery Update
Latest Hort Innovation News
NT DPI Commercialisation Opportunity
APEN Extension Skills Mentoring Scheme
Qld Labour Hire Licensing Act 2017 announcement
Marketing News
Diary Date for Regional Field Day in March

Market pricing updates
Regional Field Day 28 March Beerwah
Market pricing updates
Training opportunity: QATC
Training opportunity: Rural Leadership
Safety when applying chemicals
Marketing News

Regional Field Day 28 March Beerwah
Hort Code of Conduct deadline 1st April
Join the Export sub-committee
Battling Qfly from the skies
Hort Innovation Review of Performance
National Harvest Labour Information Service

Regional Field Day attracts 30 growers
Market pricing updates
Gardening Australia coming to the Sunshine Coast
Sulfoxaflor (Transform) permit issued for Fruit Spotting Bug PER85397
Single Touch Payroll
New Hortlink out now
Biosecurity Updates
Hort Innovation’s Director Nomination Committee
Queensland processor seeking new bulk fruit suppliers
Grants still available from QRIDA

Changes to the team at PAI
Market pricing updates
Marketing News: In-Store Sampling & Media Launch to support winter flush
IPDM tools on your SmartPhone
HortConnections exclusive PAI Member offer
Tropical Fruit Export Strategy for Passionfruit one step closer to reality
HARPS – is it clear yet?
Mandatory labour hire laws now in effect across Queensland
Queensland Small Business Entrepreneur Grants: next round now open!

Rachel Mackenzie from Growcom wins award
Market updates
Marketing News: Media Launch a great success
HortConnections: two reports from the inside
Next Regional Field Day – Bundaberg 25 July
Stacey Watson leaving AustSafe Super after 10 years
How does Hort Innovation work?
Industry News Updates
Growcom news releases

Time to renew your PAI membership
Regional Field Day: Bundaberg
Market updates
HARPS Training available in August & September
PAI AGM – 7/8 September in Innisfail
Tropico closing for 8+ weeks to relocate
Australian Biological Farming Conference Gold Coast 9-12 November
Marketing News: Winter flush media highlights
Do you know your fruit flies? FREE e-book download
Spreading bugs with drones – Drone Agriculture can make a difference
Passionfruit farm for sale: Bundaberg

IPDM Survey – tell us what you need
Nominations open to join the Passionfruit Australia Management Committee
Farm Household Assistance gets boost
Markets Update
QFly ALERT – time to get your management program back up & running
Do you understand the implications for your business of Single Touch Payroll?
Improving weed management outcomes for stinking passionflower
Secure your voting rights for this years’ Hort Innovation AGM
National Fruit Fly Symposium helps set direction
Tax Time Toolkits now available from the ATO

Latest The Passion Vine out now
Noel Day Scholarship Programme open for applications
Gardening Australia segment on Passionfruit Friday 28/9
Calling for SIAP applications
PAI AGM draws a great crowd to Innisfail
Hort Innovation Review Released
Minor Use Permit Update – Glyphosate
Have you registered to vote at the Hort Innovation AGM?
Have your say – Water Metering Consultation NSW
Compost Benefits for Soils NSW
2019 Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
QFF urges farmers to be ready for Waste Levy
Calling for Expressions of Interest – Farm potentially available for LEASE in Bundaberg area

Noel Day Scholarship Programme closing 31/10/18
Are you calculating piece rates correctly?
DON’T MISS GFIA in Focus Australia, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre 27-28 November 2018
Join the passionfruit SIAP to advise on strategic levy investments – deadline extended
Hort Innovation AGM – register now to attend
Women in Agriculture Scholarships now available
If you want Australia to have an AgVisa – you have to help
Export Readiness Workshops – free to attend
Get your copy of the latest Passionfruit Annual Report from Hort Innovation
Available Drought Assistance in NSW: an update
BUGS FOR BUGS: Spring Newsletter
Worm Hit – Organic Fertiliser seeking growers willing to trial their fertiliser

Last Field Day of the year – 5th December – NSW
Labour News: Changes to the Working Holiday Maker Visa
LAST CHANCE TO APPLY FOR LEADERSHIP FUNDING: UP TO $7,000 AVAILABLE FOR WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
ENROL IN THE 2019 MASTERCLASS IN HORTICULTURAL BUSINESS
Smart Farms Small Grants
Harvest Trail Enquiry report just published and its not pretty!
Fair Farms scheme shows horticulture is serious about worker exploitation
Further funding for Fruit Fly

Slight delay in the next The Passion Vine
National Breeding Programme: Important Update
CHRISTMAS OFFERS FOR PASSIONFRUIT AUSTRALIA MEMBERS
Markets Update
Growcom News – Fair Farms Initiative
Workcover Qld: Protecting bodies and minds against pre-holiday stresses
Biosecurity Alert: Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
WORKPLACE RELATIONS UPDATE
National Traceability Project needs your input
Juice processor seeking more passionfruit supply: Mildura Fruit Juice
Woolworths Organic Growth Fund
Merry Christmas

2017