New benefits to eating grapes
A new study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology has found grapes increased resistance to sunburn and reduced markers of UV damage. The study’s subjects showed an increase in resistance to sunburn and reduced markers for UV damage. “We saw a significant photoprotective effect with grape consumption and we were able […]
Pick of the Bunch • 11 February 2021
In this Pick of the Bunch, help shape the future of table grape investments. We’re jam-packed with information and analysis, including early monitoring results from a new table grape project examining consumer behaviour, the results of a new study on the impact of consuming grapes on skin photoprotection, the 2019/20 Horticulture Statistics Handbook, and much […]
Pick of the Bunch • 28 January 2021
In this Pick of the Bunch, we take a look at the new deal between Victoria and Tasmania to secure seasonal workers from the Pacific Islands, preventing and managing heat-related illness when working in heat, export and trade updates, and events.
Pick of the Bunch • 14 January 2021
In this Pick of the Bunch, ATGA’s new website launches, the 2021 Exporter Directory is available, and more.
Table grape maturity testing procedures
The ATGA implemented national minimum maturity standards for table grapes in 2019 following significant consultation with industry and retailers. The new standards have been designed to achieve a minimum of 80% consumer acceptability at retail. Brix is the preferred maturity measure. The meet the new minimum maturity standard: 2022/23 maturity testing procedures The ATGA has developed procedures for […]
Minimum maturity standards adoption across the table grape supply chain
TG19004 works to ensure that the new minimum maturity standards for table grapes are fully adopted across the supply chain from the 2020/21 season onwards. The project team will work closely with growers to build their capacity and understanding of how to improve their table grape quality, as well as wholesalers and supermarkets to drive […]
The Vine magazine • November 2020
Vol. 16, issue 4. Traceability, state-by-state season previews and the maximum potential of a microvine are just some of the topics explored in the latest Vine magazine. Our cover story features industry stalwart Allan Anderson, who received funding and will trial real-time data logging equipment to identify gaps in the export supply chain.
Pick of the Bunch • 5 October 2020
Inside this edition: In this Pick of the Bunch we outline some other Federal Government news, secure your spot in the exporter directory, the October–December climate outlook as well as a look at the Bureau of Meteorology’s declaration of La Niña, grants, events and more.
Pick of the Bunch • 21 September 2020
Inside this edition: Labour news, air freight details sought, grants, events and more.
Pick of the Bunch • 7 September 2020
Inside this edition: In this Pick of the Bunch, apply to advise on industry investments, coronavirus update – including labour efforts, border restrictions and the regional Victorian coronavirus roadmap – climate outlook, upcoming webinars and more.