Production & postharvest

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development contributes to the productivity, profitability and sustainability of plant-based agriculture. From broad scale dryland cropping systems to intensive irrigated production, we work with industry and business to address challenges in plant production through research and development, knowledge transfer and government policy settings.

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  • Harvesting cauliflower crop by hand

    Reduced pass harvesting of cauliflower and broccoli

    23 October 2013

    Cauliflower and broccoli crops generally require multiple harvests to remove all marketable curds or heads. By improving the uniformity of plant maturation, crops can be harvested in a single pass.

  • Three Hass avocado fruit hanging in tree

    Avocado maturity testing using dry matter

    26 September 2013

    Fruit must meet minimum quality levels to meet consumer expectations and encourage return purchases.

  • Wine grape shoots 10 cm in length

    Wine grape sensitivity to smoke

    22 November 2013

    Smoke exposure of grapevines and the development of smoke-related characteristics in the resulting wines is an increasing issue for the wine industry.

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