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Good Fruit and Vegetables Good Fruit and Vegetables magazine brings you the best in fresh produce news, profiles, updates and opinions from across Australia every month.

Good Fruit & Vegetables is the leading fresh produce information source within Australia. It delivers a mix of news, research articles, industry profiles, event coverage, photo galleries, videos, product
previews, classifieds and advertising. It has become a “must read” for anyone within the fruit, vegetable and nut industries. As part of Australian Community Media, it utilises the resources of th

is vast network to be a truly national publication. While covering the major fresh produce industries, Good Fruit & Vegetables also takes time to highlight the niche products, plus provide a comment platform for industry leaders and decision makers. Good Fruit & Vegetables is not only read by farmers themselves, but also by wholesalers on the market floor, agribusiness leaders, marketers, politicians and research bodies.

Sure it's television, but there's an honesty to Clarkson's Farm as it shows the realities and delights of agriculture. 👨...
30/07/2024

Sure it's television, but there's an honesty to Clarkson's Farm as it shows the realities and delights of agriculture. 👨‍🌾 Jeremy Clarkson

Clarkson's Farm is showing the realities of farming. Sort of.

Might just pay to pull that old Cruiser out from the back of the shed....
30/07/2024

Might just pay to pull that old Cruiser out from the back of the shed....

LandCruiser V8 sellers are asking up to $330,000 on the used market.

Some big bucks have been committed to help horticulture grow over the next decade. 💵💵💵 Bulla Park
30/07/2024

Some big bucks have been committed to help horticulture grow over the next decade. 💵💵💵 Bulla Park

Big dollars will go to horticulture R&D during the next decade.

The big, it seems, are getting bigger.
30/07/2024

The big, it seems, are getting bigger.

The number of Australian farms has shrunk from 83,618 to 49,708.

Growers say government support has been more beneficial to winemakers than grapegrowers, and the limited grower support ...
29/07/2024

Growers say government support has been more beneficial to winemakers than grapegrowers, and the limited grower support had been "Band-Aid-like" and hard to access. 🍇

Riverland winegrape growers say the industry is "on its knees".

29/07/2024

In case you happen to be watching any diving this evening. 🥇

Many SA producers are facing a "fight" with WA to attract the workers. 🥔 Zerella Fresh
29/07/2024

Many SA producers are facing a "fight" with WA to attract the workers. 🥔 Zerella Fresh

Dairy and horticulture sectors still need backpackers.

29/07/2024

What with all Olympicness happening at the moment, we thought we'd better re-use this nonsense from three years ago. Enjoy.

And just like that, Australia has a new federal ag minister.
28/07/2024

And just like that, Australia has a new federal ag minister.

Murray Watt's stint as the nation's agriculture minister is over.

Fruitilicious Wholesale serves up a wide range of produce to a wide range of customers. 🍓🚛
28/07/2024

Fruitilicious Wholesale serves up a wide range of produce to a wide range of customers. 🍓🚛

Fruitilicious, NSW has continued to grow and serve over the years.

Three seasons of data in, Best's Wines - Great Western is confident its spray system works. 🍇
27/07/2024

Three seasons of data in, Best's Wines - Great Western is confident its spray system works. 🍇

Spraying technology is offering Best's Wines chemical savings.

"For the first 72 hours, our germination rates are through the roof. The only way to get big numbers at the back end is ...
26/07/2024

"For the first 72 hours, our germination rates are through the roof. The only way to get big numbers at the back end is to start with big numbers at the front end." 🧅

T-Tape is Alex Jack's go-to irrigation method for onions.

Aussie wines are getting traction back into China. 🍇🍷
26/07/2024

Aussie wines are getting traction back into China. 🍇🍷

Wine exports surge to levels not seen in five years.

BASF and AgLink Australia have joined forces to offer the free Safety Champs program. 🦺🥾🥽 Farmsafe Australia
26/07/2024

BASF and AgLink Australia have joined forces to offer the free Safety Champs program. 🦺🥾🥽 Farmsafe Australia

The partnership was announced during Farm Safety Week.

Tassie is big into berries. Like, really big. Here's Dr Mike Walker's column for July. 🫐🍓
25/07/2024

Tassie is big into berries. Like, really big. Here's Dr Mike Walker's column for July. 🫐🍓

The Apple Isle yes, but here come the berries.

Some of the early pioneers of plant pathology paved the way for biosecurity systems today. 🔬🍅🍌 The University of Queensl...
25/07/2024

Some of the early pioneers of plant pathology paved the way for biosecurity systems today. 🔬🍅🍌 The University of Queensland

The publication focuses on agricultural plant diseases.

It may be broadacre-specific, but the same concerns over farm labour will resonate with hort.
25/07/2024

It may be broadacre-specific, but the same concerns over farm labour will resonate with hort.

Farmers fear UK backpacker loss may worsen harvest worker woes.

Time for the July edition of GFV. Inside you'll find all your general horticulture news plus articles on biosecurity, th...
25/07/2024

Time for the July edition of GFV. Inside you'll find all your general horticulture news plus articles on biosecurity, the central markets, food safety, ag advocacy, citrus, potatoes, onions, research and pests, plus a wrap up of the Lockyer Valley Growers Expo and tonnes more. 📬 To subscribe, phone 1300 131 095. 📞

The hort sector appears to be leading the charge when it comes to robotic weeding. 🌱
24/07/2024

The hort sector appears to be leading the charge when it comes to robotic weeding. 🌱

Controlling weeds is a hard task so innovations are being tested.

A big round of applause for the 2024 Apple and Pear Australia Limited - APAL Awards for Excellence winners. 👏👏👏
24/07/2024

A big round of applause for the 2024 Apple and Pear Australia Limited - APAL Awards for Excellence winners. 👏👏👏

The pome industry has acknowledged its high achievers.

There are some thankful veggie growers in the Illowa area. A bit more moisture would be nice though. 🌧 Volcano Produce -...
23/07/2024

There are some thankful veggie growers in the Illowa area. A bit more moisture would be nice though. 🌧 Volcano Produce -Tower Hill

'We're looking for another few weeks of ugly, wet weather.'

Flick the pics of who attended the 2024 Lockyer Valley Growers Inc. Expo in Gatton last month. Go on - it's free! 📸
23/07/2024

Flick the pics of who attended the 2024 Lockyer Valley Growers Inc. Expo in Gatton last month. Go on - it's free! 📸

All the action at the LVG Expo at Gatton.

Apple and Pear Australia Limited - APAL has welcomed its new chair to the role. 🍎
21/07/2024

Apple and Pear Australia Limited - APAL has welcomed its new chair to the role. 🍎

Lisa May has more than 25 years of experience in the retail sector.

Mitolo Family Farms has been recognised internationally. Nice work. 🥔🏵
20/07/2024

Mitolo Family Farms has been recognised internationally. Nice work. 🥔🏵

The Mitolo family were honoured at the World Potato Congress.

Has the macadamia slump turned a corner?
19/07/2024

Has the macadamia slump turned a corner?

A growing supply of nuts is meeting renewed market interest.

Spud growers are looking after the planet more than you think. 🥔 Farmers for Climate Action
18/07/2024

Spud growers are looking after the planet more than you think. 🥔 Farmers for Climate Action

A changing climate could impact the global potato industry.

New food safety standards are on the way for berries, leafy veg and melons. 🍉🍓🥬
17/07/2024

New food safety standards are on the way for berries, leafy veg and melons. 🍉🍓🥬

The new food safety standards will come in on February 12 2025

"If we don't actually stand up for something, we'll fall for anything, is the saying and we're very supportive of member...
17/07/2024

"If we don't actually stand up for something, we'll fall for anything, is the saying and we're very supportive of members that want to get behind us." National Farmers' Federation

NFF president David Jochinke says ag needs to stand up and be heard.

Could the side order of fries be in jeopardy? 🍔🍟🥔
16/07/2024

Could the side order of fries be in jeopardy? 🍔🍟🥔

Before jumping on this bandwagon consider: Are you demonising the humble potato?

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What some companies and individuals might (but probably not) say in their corporate Christmas cards this year. 🎄✏️ #Christmas #christmascards

Reading Corporate Christmas Cards 2023
Reading Corporate Christmas Cards 2023

What some companies and individuals might (but probably not) say in their corporate Christmas cards this year. 🎄✏️ #Christmas #christmascards

Still just enough time to grab a free coffee from the GFV stand at Hort Connections. (Probably should watch the video first, though.) #HortCon23

GFV Trucker Cap
GFV Trucker Cap

That conference cap collection wouldn't be complete with a genuine GFV trucker cap, available from our booth at Hort Connections 2023. #HortCon23

Veggie Ice Cream Review
Veggie Ice Cream Review

Time to take the tastebuds on a tempting tour, with some trial ice-cream varieties, courtesy of Hort Innovation and Nutri V. #HortCon23 🍨🍦

True confirmation Hort Connections 2023 is underway when a green "mystery juice" appears on the desk. (Logically, one should drink it without questioning it's origin.) #HortCon23

For those who may have missed last night's Farmer Wants A Wife episode, here's a (woeful, WOEFUL) musical recap... #FarmerAU 🎙🎼

Enjoying Farmer Wants A Wife? 💘 Then you're really going to love our blog, Farmers Watching Farmers Wanting Wives. Starts tomorrow. Here's a promo video. 🎥 #FarmerAU

Give a grown man an umbrella, then watch and cringe. 🌂 Happy Father's Day! #fathersday

The Democracy Banana
The Democracy Banana

It's time to consider a new contender for voting day sustenance. Please consider, the Democracy Banana.

Karen Gibberish 8: Technology
Karen Gibberish 8: Technology

You're quite possibly watching this on a piece of technology, which has means Karen Gibberish will be of no assistance whatsoever. #KarenGibberish

Karen Gibberish 7: Fashion
Karen Gibberish 7: Fashion

Time to get trendy with Karen Gibberish. Or moreso, avoid any fashion suggestions from her. #KarenGibberish

Karen Gibberish 6: Weekend Outlook
Karen Gibberish 6: Weekend Outlook

Got something planned for on the water this weekend? According to Karen Gibberish it'll be, well, confusing. #KarenGibberish

Karen Gibberish 4: Weather
Karen Gibberish 4: Weather

Weather - it affects us all. So it boggles the mind as to why Karen Gibberish is deemed qualified to report on it. #KarenGibberish

Karen Gibberish 3: Sport
Karen Gibberish 3: Sport

No one quite knows no sport like the no-one and only, Karen Gibberish. #KarenGibberish

Karen Gibberish 2: Canberra
Karen Gibberish 2: Canberra

When politics need to be covered, few do it more mediocre than.... Karen Gibberish. #KarenGibberish

Karen Gibberish 1: Gaza
Karen Gibberish 1: Gaza

When the network owner's daughter needs a job... #KarenGibberish

The Christmas Vaccine - a parody media address
The Christmas Vaccine - a parody media address

We've all become so accustomed to COVID updates from politicians, but imagine if the government had to backpedal on something extra going into the jab? It may just look like this.... (NOTE: The first 13 seconds just builds anticipation. Stick with it though.)

Celebrate someone in our community who inspires you! Visit https://www.australianoftheyear.org.au/nominate before July 31. We're proud to be Media Partner of the 2022 Australian of the Year Awards. 🇦🇺🏵#NominateNow #ausoftheyear

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Good Fruit & Vegetables is the leading fresh produce information source within Australia. It delivers a mix of news, research articles, industry profiles, event coverage, photo galleries, videos, product previews, classifieds and advertising. It has become a “must read” for anyone within the fruit, vegetable and nut industries. As part of Australian Community Media, it utilises the resources of this vast network to be a truly national publication. While covering the major fresh produce industries, Good Fruit & Vegetables also takes time to highlight the niche products, plus provide a comment platform for industry leaders and decision makers. Good Fruit & Vegetables is not only read by farmers themselves, but also by wholesalers on the market floor, agribusiness leaders, marketers, politicians and research bodies.

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