Tag: agribusiness

World food prices dip in August

Global food prices declined in August 2019, driven by sharp falls in the prices of staple cereals and sugar, according to a report issued by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

Sep 6, 2019

agribusiness, horticulture

Aussie horticulture exports hit record high

The world’s appetite for Australian fruit, nuts and vegetables has skyrocketed with Australian produce exports reaching almost $2.8 billion for the first time – a 27 per cent increase on the 2017-2018 financial year, according to new data.

Sep 2, 2019

Mandatory permits for cut flowers and foliage imports

From 1 September 2019, shipments of cut flowers and foliage from Kenya, Colombia and Ecuador produced using a systems approach will not be allowed entry to Australia without a valid import permit.

Aug 30, 2019

Regenerating agriculture: Pacific Seeds’ new chapter

Pacific Seeds has unveiled a new vision for its 57th year in business, with an even greater focus on agricultural innovation, research and adapting for climate change.

Aug 26, 2019

agribusiness, agriculture, climate change, research

Six new Aussie start-ups chosen to accelerate food innovation

Mars Food Australia has selected six innovative food start-ups to take part in the inaugural SEEDS OF CHANGE™ Accelerator program.

Aug 15, 2019

agribusiness, news, research

Five varieties of the spice of life in Northern Australia trial

A new project will test if Northern Australia has the potential to step into the global spice trade worth $12 billion annually.

Aug 12, 2019

Mapping new agricultural export market opportunities for far north Queensland

Far North Queensland producers and exporters will reap the benefits of a significant new project to identify export opportunities for existing and potential high value agricultural products.

Aug 7, 2019

Australian wine exports continue to grow in value

The value of Australian wine exports has continued to grow in the 12 months to June 2019, increasing by 4 per cent in value to $2.86 billion. China continued to drive growth and the United States of America (USA) also made a welcome return to…

Jul 31, 2019

Australian 2019 vintage crushes predictions

Jul 23, 2019

NSW Government funding announced for research into farm insurance

GrainGrowers welcomes July 18 2019’s announcement by NSW Deputy Premier John Barilaro about funding to explore options around a national insurance program for farmers. With the ongoing drought and a low winter crop forecast, farmers need access to appropriate risk management options to help protect…

Jul 19, 2019

Australia, Brazil and Guatemala join forces in WTO action

Meeting in Cairns, Global Sugar Alliance members are united in their support of calls to establish a World Trade Organisation (WTO) Panel to investigate and rule on India’s harmful sugar subsidies.

Jul 16, 2019