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The R&D shop

The R&D Shop has been established for the benefit of vegetable growers who fund the industry's R&D program through the National Vegetable Levy.

The industry funded R&D projects produce a number of technology transfer materials every year which are sent to levy paying vegetable growers.

Research and Development Materials

A selection of these materials including booklets, DVD's, CD-ROMs, manuals, videos, etc are available from this site.

1. Browse through these items and select any of the products which may benefit you.

2. Send us your request and we will arrange delivery of your selection.

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Sclerotina booklet

"Biological Controls for Sclerotinia Diseases" (2004, 15 pages), discusses the effectiveness of a range of control measures to reduce the occurance of "lettuce... Go to article.

Clubroot factsheets

Clubroot Factsheets (2005, 10 pages), discuss important aspects of clubroot disease of brassicas and the range of control measures available. Factsheets can be selected from the following list...... Go to article.

Brassica CD-ROM

The Brassica ICM CD-ROM contains useful information for everyone involved in brassica vegetable production in Australia. This toolkit was developed by researchers at QDPI&F, SARDI and... Go to article.

Bunching Vegetable Handbook

The guide to common diseases & disorders of bunching vegetables (2003, 58 pages) was produced by the R&D levy funded project VG010045. The diseases and disorders listed in this book often occur... Go to article.

Western Flower Thrips CD-ROM

" Managing WFT and TSWV in Vegetables" will help you identify and manage one of Australia's most costly diseases, TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS, which is spread by... Go to article.

Food Safety Manual

Australians enjoy one of the safest food supplies in the world yet there have been occassions when fresh produce has been contaminated on-farm. Our vegetable industry must remain vigilant and follow... Go to article.

Parsley Handbook

This "Guide to Common Diseases of Parsley" (2006, 46 pages), describes 18 parsley diseases and disorders common across Australia. Symptoms are... Go to article.

Careers in Horticulture

The Careers Pathway Website and DVD gives everyone valuable information on the Horticulture industry and the opportunities it can offer to you. Go to article.

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Events

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2010-05-27 AusVeg Conference

The 2010 AUSVEG National Convention Trade Show and National Awards for Excellence are set to take place at Jupiters Conference Centre, Gold... See event details.

2010-04-15 BEJO-Open Days

BEJO 2010 Open Days will be held on: When: Thursday 15th April and Friday 16th April 2010 Where: ... See event details.

2010-04-15 New Varieties on Show

New varieties on show at Carrum Downs NEW Spinach varieties, Asian greens and a splash of fancy lettuce will be the order of the day at a field... See event details.

2010-04-13 WHS Field Days

Exciting new lettuce varieties Growers visiting the Westranell Horticultural Solutions [WHS] field trials, will see a number of exciting new lettuce... See event details.

2010-03-31 Farm Safety Training

HortSkills Australia are offering a Farm Safety course specially designed for vegetable growers. Well qualified and experienced trainers will help you implement... See event details.

2010-03-02 Apply NOW ! - Industry Leadership Program

Apply NOW ! National Vegetable Industry Leadership Program Horticulture Australia are providing a second year of leadership learning opportunities for ... See event details.