Here are the grower-focused events and webinars happening in August courtesy of the Avocado Industry Development and Extension project (AV23010) team.
REGISTER NOW! DON’T MISS OUT!
12 Aug | Central QLD Irrigation Practical Workshop | REGISTER HERE
14 Aug | North QLD Irrigation Practical Workshop | REGISTER HERE
20 Aug | South QLD Canopy Management Practical Workshop | MORE INFO
27 Aug | North QLD Regional Forum, Tolga | REGISTER HERE
REGIONAL LEADS:
North Queensland – David Bin – david.bin@daf.qld.gov.au or 0476 528 302
Central Queensland – Renata Grunennvaldt – renata.grunennvaldt@daf.qld.gov.au or 0475 855 445
South Queensland – Shanara Veivers – shanara.veivers@daf.qld.gov.au or 0408 371 054
New South Wales – Isabella Ellmers – isabella.ellmers@ahr.com.au or 0431 125 513
Tristate – Steven Falivene – steven.falivene@dpi.nsw.gov.au or 0427 208 611
Western Australia – Rachelle Johnstone – rachelle.johnstone@dpird.wa.gov.au or 0423 114 972
This article appears as part of the 7 July 2025 edition of Guacamole, our enewsletter.
The very first North Queensland Avocado Industry & Hort ‘Show Days’ are set to take place on Thursday 9 and Friday 10 October 2025, bringing together the largest regional network of avocado growers and the broader horticultural industry and their partners in Australia. Designed as a vibrant two-day industry gathering, the event offers a unique opportunity for businesses and growers to connect, share knowledge, and explore the latest in horticultural innovation.
With free entry for attendees, the event aims to encourage strong local participation, and will create an enjoyable environment for growers and their staff and families, packers, marketers and their advisors to explore the showcases of products and services directly from industry suppliers. From corporate farming operations to small family-run orchards, the North Queensland avocado industry represents around $175 million in annual production value — and the event will assist growers and their staff and advisors who are actively looking for solutions to support efficiencies and operational improvements.
Trade display bookings are now open, with a range of site options available, including small and large display areas and dedicated spaces for machinery.
Live entertainment, food and drink stalls, and a packed program of industry presentations — including the North Queensland Avocado Export Forum — will ensure a steady stream of visitors and valuable engagement throughout the two days.
Whether you’re a regular industry supplier or looking to expand into the avocado and horticulture space, this event is a great opportunity to build your brand and connect face-to-face with customers. To find out more and secure your trade display site, visit the official event page: 👉 https://avocado.org.au/event/nq-avocado-industry-hort-show-days/
This article appears as part of the 7 July 2025 edition of Guacamole, our enewsletter.
BPR users can access all the latest export reporting via the “Export Market Intelligence Portal”. Just go to the export reports webpage and click on the green button at the top of the page.
The portal is a powerful, one-stop platform designed specifically for Australian avocado growers, packed with actionable data to help you thrive in priority export markets.
The Export reports portal provides:
– Trade data on Australian avocados—weekly, monthly, and yearly.
– Real-time snapshots of what’s happening on retail shelves overseas, complete with images and videos.
You can also gain a comprehensive view of the export opportunities from both a high-level overview and an on-the-ground perspective without traveling.
Access the Export reports portal HERE – login to the BPR and then you will be automatically directed to the Export Reports page. Just click on the green button as shown.
This article appears as part of the 7 July 2025 edition of Guacamole, our enewsletter.
Australian commercial avocado growers are invited to attend the biennial Avocado Production R&D Summit happening on 10 September 2025 at the Brisbane Airport Conference Centre. The theme will be: Profitable Production.
This event will provide the opportunity for researchers, growers and agronomists to network. They will also hear about what’s happening in research and development related to production in the avocado industry.
An Industry Notice will be sent out soon. There are limited places so registration is essential.
For more information please contact Avocados Australia’s Research Development and Extension Coordinator Mary Burton, email rde@avocado.org.au or call 1300303 971.
This article appears as part of the 7 July 2025 edition of Guacamole, our enewsletter.
Avocados Australia has been working with the Australian Government to make changes to the avocado levies to enable the industry to meet its funding commitment towards the Varroa Response Plan. There are no changes to the total levies payable, just the proportions between the R&D component and the biosecurity component.
Those changes have now been made in the Regulations and the new rates commenced on Tuesday, 1 July 2025.
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has notified levy agents and details on the new levy rates can be found on their website at: https://www.agriculture.gov.au/agriculture-land/farm-food-drought/levies/notices.
This article appears as part of the 7 July 2025 edition of Guacamole, our enewsletter.
Additional support has been announced for Primary Producers in New South Wales affected by the East Coast Severe Weather event from 18 May 2025. This funding is provided under Category D of the Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) and is jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments. For information go online here: https://www.raa.nsw.gov.au/disaster-assistance/declarations
The package will be available through grants administered by the NSW Rural Assistance Authority that enable eligible primary producers to access up to $75,000 in assistance. Eligible primary producers can apply for grants of up to $75,000 to assist with:
- Clean-up and debris removal
- Repairing damaged infrastructure and equipment
- Restocking and replanting
- Replacing lost or damaged assets
- Restoring operations to pre-disaster levels
These grants are designed to support rapid recovery and help producers return to business as quickly as possible.
Support is available to primary producers in declared disaster areas under AGRN 1212, covering regions impacted by the East Coast flooding in May. Affected Local Government Areas (LGAs) are listed on the NSW Disaster Assistance website.
Primary producers may also be eligible for other DRFA measures, including:
- Emergency hardship payments for individuals and households
- Disaster Recovery Allowance and lump sum payments via Services Australia
- Disaster loans for farmers through the NSW Rural Assistance Authority
The East Coast severe weather event caused widespread damage across NSW, including the loss of livestock, destruction of fencing and crops and significant infrastructure damage.
This funding aims to provide immediate and practical support to help producers recover and rebuild.
This article appears as part of the 7 July 2025 edition of Guacamole, our enewsletter.
All of the presentations delivered at the WA Grower Regional Forum in June, along with digital copies of the key handouts that were on display are now available on the Best Practice Resource (BPR) Library HERE – just log in and look for “2025 WA Grower Regional Forum” under the Event Prceedings heading.
This article appears as part of the 7 July 2025 edition of Guacamole, our enewsletter.
Australian Avocado’s new brand campaign ‘Avo-can-do’ is now live across key outdoor locations, with eye-catching creative designed to stop shoppers in their tracks. From large format billboards and street furniture to transit placements and panels near major supermarkets, the campaign is making its mark in high-traffic areas across the country.
Outdoor advertisement placements play an important role in driving visibility and reinforcing key messages about the delicious and nutritious benefits of avocados as well as their versatility across meal occasions, helping to inspire consumers as they consider their next meal.
Beyond outdoor out-of-home, the campaign is supported by radio, retail online media and social media, with film assets to launch this month. Together, this multi-channel approach ensures the campaign reaches target audiences at every step of their day – from commute to couch.
To find out more about the Avo-Can-Do campaign, read the latest update on our marketing blog: Australian Avocados Marketing Update 2025 – Avocados Australia
This article appears as part of the 7 July 2025 edition of Guacamole, our enewsletter.
Around 50 Central NSW Growers and other avocado industry stakeholders came together on Thursday 3 July for the CNSW Avocado Grower Regional Forum held at Stuarts Point. An orchard walk took place in the afternoon at Malcolm and Narelle Heather’s orchard. Our sincere thanks go to them both for hosting the orchardwalk. This event covered yield variability and growers impacted by recent severe weather sourced information and assistance.
In the morning they heard from Isabella Ellmers and Renata Grunennvaldt, members of the National Avocado Extension team, Ian Tolson, Avocados Australia’s CNSW Director, John Tyas, Avocados Australia’s CEO & other key expert speakers covering topics of relevance to growers in the region.
The Central NSW Avocado Grower Regional Forum was supported by Avocados Australia and delivered by Applied Horticultural Research as the regional lead, in collaboration with the Queensland Department of Primary Industries (DPI) as part of the Hort Innovation funded Avocado industry development and extension project (AV23010).
The Avocado industry development and extension project (AV23010) has been funded by Hort Innovation, using the avocado research and development levy, co-investment from the Department of Primary Industries Queensland, Western Australian Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, New South Wales Department of Primary Industries, and contributions from the Australian Government. Hort Innovation is a grower-owned, not-for-profit research and development corporation for Australia’s horticulture industry.
Copies of the presentations will be made available from the BPR.
This article appears as part of the 7 July 2025 edition of Guacamole, our enewsletter.
Partner Presents – Celebrating 25 Years of Agri-fos® 600
As Agri-fos®600 reaches its 25th anniversary Agrichem has released a new video offering insights into the development, production, and long-term value of this widely used product. Filmed at their Yatala facility in Queensland, the video features commentary from technical staff who explain how Agri-fos®600 has supported disease management — particularly Phytophthora and Downy Mildew — across a variety of crops, including avocados where effective Phytophthora root rot control remains crucial to protect tree health, maximizing yields, and supporting long-term orchard success.
The anniversary prompted Agrichem to reflect on the product’s legacy and its role in the company’s broader approach to quality and consistency. The video outlines the steps taken in sourcing raw materials, refining production methods, and maintaining strict quality control practices. With over four decades of experience handling phosphite chemistry, the team shares how this depth of data and testing contributes to product reliability.
In addition to manufacturing insights, the video also highlights the on-ground support provided by Agrichem’s technical team. From assisting with application timing to working alongside agronomists and researchers, the focus remains on helping growers achieve effective disease management. 👉 Watch the full video above to learn more about the history, process, and practical use of Agri-fos®600 in the field.
This article appears as part of the 20 June 2025 issue of Guacamole, our eNewsletter.
