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Australian Cherries newsletter - October 2013, No. 13
Welcome to the thirteenth edition of Australian Cherries Newsletter.
Media Release - Fenthion use further restricted
Analysis of new residues data by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) means fenthion products can no longer be used on peaches and apricots but can still be used on a range of other fruits and vegetables subject to restrictions.
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PER14252: Clothianidin Permit for control of Fruitfly
Following concerns that there may be potential impact to bees, the APVMA have issued version 2 of the attached permit - PER14252 Clothianidin for the control of fruit fly.
Changes to the permit include a repeat of the bee protection statement already carried on the approved label with an IPM reminder to growers that IPM and orchard hygiene should be practiced to ensure efficacy and minimise any following damage to bees and other off target insects.
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Farmer of the Year Winner - Tim Reid
CGA congratulates Tasmanian cherry grower Tim Reid on winning the Australian Farmer of the Year Award.
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Australian Cherries newsletter - August 2013, No. 12
Welcome to the twelfth edition of Australian Cherries Newsletter.
2013/14 Australian Cherries for Export Point of Sale and Instore Tastings Projects
To all Cherry Growers and Exporters,
Please find attached the Guidelines and application form from the Cherry Marketing and Promotions Sub Committee for the 2013/14 Australian Cherries for Export Point of Sale and Instore Tastings Projects.
This is now in its second year.
Applications need to be submitted by 13 September 2013.
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Media Release - HAL to review structure in bid for stronger sector
Horticulture Australia Limited (HAL) is set to commission a review of the model under which it works, in order to maximise the return from Australian horticulture’s investment in marketing and research and development.
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Media Release - HAL to review structure in bid for stronger sector
Horticulture Australia Limited (HAL) is set to commission a review of the model under which it works, in order to maximise the return from Australian horticulture’s investment in marketing and research and development.
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Australian National Cherry Industry Conference 6-8 August 2013 Press Release
Breaking down Barriers – Navigating Oceans of Opportunities is the theme of the Australian Cherry Industry Conference to be from August 6– 8, 2013.at the Rydges Lakeside Canberra.
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