Redback spiders (Latrodectus hasselti) are found across Australia, in all table grape-growing regions.
While they are not aggressive, and avoid humans, redback spiders can pose a threat to both consumers of table grapes and producers, harvest workers, packers and transporters.
This factsheet aims to provide information on managing the risk of injury to consumers and workers and help prevent contamination of table grapes in the vineyard, at harvest, and during packing and transportation.
Growers and exporters are reminded that export registration will close 5pm AEST, Friday 2 September 2022. Registration of farms and packhouses must be complete by
During the 2021/22 season, one of the most challenging seasons Australian table grape growers have faced recently, the ATGA partnered with Agriculture Victoria to trial
Australian Table Grape Association CEO Jeff Scott speaks about how valuable the traceability pilot project is for industry.
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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
The Australian Table Grape Association communicates industry news, project updates, event previews and much more via a range of communication outlets. Producers, exporters and wider
Michael Mobilio has only been involved in the table grape industry for eight years, but his love of horticulture runs deep. Michael and his brothers
Brett Irvine runs Irvine Horticultural Management Services, a technical service provider for the table grape industry. Brett has operated vineyards and provided agronomy services in
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