Pick of the Bunch • 4 November
Our latest Pick of the Bunch is out now! In it, we take a look at the minimum wage floor approved by the Fair Work Ombudsman, the table grape fund annual report. We check out what’s in the vineyard, give an update on restricted spring growth and much more.
Pick of the Bunch • 21 October
Our latest Pick of the Bunch is out now! In it, we take a look at vaccination requirements for growers and workers across the country, review the RSG information session held last week and much more.
Pick of the Bunch • 7 October
In this Pick of the Bunch, we take a look at some new projects and schemes aiming to enhance export capacity, a Victorian Government program to increase agricultural recovery after Covid-19. We explore some Hort Innovation news, including a masterclass designed to upskill future ag leaders, and much more.
Pick of the Bunch • 23 September
In this Pick of the Bunch, we dive into some information on seasonal workforce, including the Victorian Government’s latest announcement about on-farm accommodation planning amendments. We take a look at what’s happening in vineyards all over Australia and raise awareness about the importance of farm safety.
Pick of the Bunch • 9 September 2021
In this Pick of the Bunch, we take a look at the Victorian Government announcement to extend its quarantine pathway with Tasmania, explore some export and trade news – including a new traceability pilot for table grapes, IFAM extension, and pest and disease monitoring requirements for the 2021/2022 season – and much more.
ATGA secures major pilot project on traceability
Media release
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Pilot commencement
31 August 2021
7 September 2021 • Approved Employer info session
Concerned about finding workers for the upcoming and future seasons? Ever thought about becoming an approved employer? The ATGA will facilitate – with the support of Agriculture Victoria – an approved employer workshop, with expert advice and information on Tuesday 7 September at 10am. Join Approved Employers of Australia EO Steve Burdette, Plant Grow Pick director […]
Pick of the Bunch • 26 August 2021
In our latest Pick of the Bunch, we take a look at the long-awaited ag visa, new requirements for Vic businesses and workers, a special ATGA event for growers interested in becoming an approved employer and much more.
Government to deliver on long-awaited ag visa
Media release 24 August 2021 The Australian Table Grape Association (ATGA) applauds yesterday’s momentous announcement by the Federal Government to deliver a dedicated agriculture-specific visa (ag visa). CEO Jeff Scott welcomed the announcement as a critical step forward for Australia’s table grape growers. “This is exciting news for the table grape industry,” Mr Scott said. […]
The Vine magazine • August 2021
In this edition of the Vine, we take a look at the table grape industry’s response to seasonal workforce shortages, including state and federal government initiatives to reduce the impact on farm businesses, and the growers taking matters into their own hands to protect themselves for upcoming seasons. We feature three amazing women in horticulture […]