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Hui-Ann Tan - Urban Forest and Ecology Project Offier, City of Melbourne

Nursery Papers – Supporting Greenlife Careers and Talent

10/04/2023 Horticulture Innovation Australia limited 557 Views 0 Comments #Tree, Botanic gardens, Garden Design, gardening, horticultural, horticultural industry, landscape, landscape design, Ornamental trees, Shade Trees

BACKGROUND:

In 2019, a levy-funded project, ‘Review of nursery industry career pathways’ (NY17002), led by RMCG Consulting outlined a strategy for the industry
that detailed a clear roadmap for skilled career pathway development in the nursery industry.

The document articulated the key challenge, which is supported by industry surveys, that like many other agricultural industries, the nursery industry faces major challenges around high staff turnover and an ability to attract and retain qualified and experienced people.… Continue reading

Barry Naylor (Left), GIA Extension Officer – QLD & Northern NSW, helping explain best management practice techniques to production nursery staff. The GIA Extension Officer Network is a levy-funded activity.

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Nursery Papers – How The Nursery Levy Supports Your Business

05/03/2023 Horticulture Innovation Australia limited 603 Views 0 Comments

Background: Australia’s nursery industry is one of the most efficient, sustainable, and innovative agricultural sectors in Australia and in the world.

Alongside your own innovation, the levy system continues to invest in consistent and sustained research via the to ensure continued improvement as an industry.… Continue reading

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Nursery Papers – Snails and Slugs in Nursery Production

08/02/2023 Horticultural Innovation Australia Limited 583 Views 0 Comments

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Introduced species of snails and slugs tend to be those commonly observed by people in Australia, some of which are major agricultural, landscape and nursery pests. For the most part, such species are introduced by ‘hitch hiking’ on potted plants, soil and fertilisers, pallets, and shipping containers on cargo and freight.… Continue reading

Weed infestation in containers can reduce plant growth and vigour by interfering with water and nutrient uptake

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Nursery Papers – Weed Management in Production Nurseries

20/12/2022 Horticulture Innovation Australia limited 636 Views 0 Comments

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BACKGROUND: This nursery paper can assist you to develop a weed management program for your nursery. The first step requires an understanding of the different types of weeds present and the appropriate management options for each weed.… Continue reading