Mushroom supply chain and consumer analytics (MU23003)

This project provided analytics on the Australian mushroom supply chain, the volumes and value of product as it travels through distribution channels and the influences on household buying behaviour.

9 May 2025

• Mushroom Fund
• Completed project
• Consumer and market research
• Industry data and insights

China market study tour (AV23012)

This project supported the avocado industry’s long-term goal of achieving technical market access for Australian avocados to China through a study tour to gather critical information and develop relationships with key stakeholders.

14 May 2025

• Avocado Fund
• International trade and markets

Mango foodservice research and strategy FY24 (MG23002)

This project delivered a five-year strategy to expand the mango category within the foodservice sector and increase overall mango sales.

8 October 2024

• Final research report
• Mango Fund
• Completed project
• Consumer and market research

International cherries trade launch event 2023/24 (CY23000)

This project promoted Australian cherries in Vietnam through season launch events that educated local consumers about the provenance, health benefits and premium nature of the produce.

25 March 2024

• Cherry Fund
• International trade and markets

International cherries trade events (CY23002)

As part of Hort Innovation’s Grown in Good Nature program, this program has delivered a series of trade events in Vietnam and China to promote Mainland Australian and Tasmanian cherries to local consumers.

25 March 2024

• Cherry Fund
• International trade and markets
• Marketing

Stone fruit usage and attitude study (SF23002)

This project delivered a detailed, grower-focused understanding of how Australian consumers buy and eat stone fruit, and where there are opportunities to grow demand.

23 July 2025

Summerfruit Export Strategy (SF22000)

This short project developed a five-year export strategy for the Australian summerfruit industry.

25 March 2024

• Summerfruit Fund
• International trade and markets

International eLearning retail program (AV22017 and MT22501)

This project delivered an engaging and informative online course that educates retail employees from key export countries about Australian produce.

4 March 2024

• Avocado Fund
• Citrus Fund
• Table Grape Fund
• Completed project
• Training and education
• International trade and markets

Prune international industry study tour (DP23001)

This study tour enabled Australian prune industry participants, particularly emerging leaders, to experience leading practices and innovation first-hand in California.

3 October 2024

• Final research report
• Prune Fund
• Completed project
• Study tours

Almond industry innovation and adoption program (AL19001)

This project helped to deliver technical advice to almond growers, promoting best practice and facilitating the adoption of R&D.

28 February 2024

• R&D