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.
Pick of the Bunch • 24 August 2020
Inside this edition: In this Pick of the Bunch, ATGA welcomes news that the Seasonal Worker Programme and Pacific Labour Scheme will resume, our 2020 Table Grape Export Readiness & Market Access Project Survey opens today, Hort Innovation’s seasonal workforce survey closes today and more.
Pick of the Bunch • 10 August 2020
Inside this edition: In this Pick of the Bunch, read about a number of new projects or the ATGA in your latest Vine magazine. You’ll also find a COVID-19 update. This is in addition to the ATGA special update last week which advised that all Victorian businesses must complete a COVID Safe Plan.
Pick of the Bunch • 27 July 2020
Inside this edition: This Pick of the Bunch has a number of updates, including an export registration update, programs for women in horticulture, and changes to the AO process among just some.
Pick of the Bunch • 13 July 2020
Inside this edition: In this Pick of the Bunch, the prestigious Nuffield Scholarship applications are now open, Lower Murray Water is looking for irrigators to join its committees, Greater Sunraysia Pest Free Area gets a funding boost and more.