R&D projects
Discover avocado levy investments into Avocado Fund R&D initiatives
The avocado levy has been invested into following Hort Innovation Avocado Fund R&D initiatives, together with Australian Government contributions.
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Woolworths Avocado Retail Education, Training and Merchandising FY25 (AV24014)
The 2025 Woolworths Avocado Retail Education Program has been developed to overcome key barriers to Australian avocado purchases and is educating retail staff on best-in-class behaviours for both Hass and Shepard varieties.
15 July 2025
Carbohydrate management in avocado production systems (AV24008)
To support more efficient and consistent avocado production, this project aims to develop a commercial-scale tool for assessing tree carbohydrate status using aerial near-infrared hyperspectral sensors and AI analytics.
8 July 2025
Consumer usage and attitude tracking 2023/24 (MT23201)
The Hort IQ Usage and Perceptions Tracker is a continuous monitor of Australian consumer attitudes and behaviours relating to fresh produce. It aims to provide Hort Innovation and its associated stakeholders with a view on important consumer metrics, which can inform strategic decisions.
4 July 2025
Optimising Avocado Yield with Region-Specific Canopy Management: Insights from Light Interception and canopy modelling (AV24011)
The Australian avocado industry continues to face challenges in achieving consistent productivity and yield across its diverse growing regions.
1 July 2025
Causes and management of Avocado ridging, netting and stretch marking (AV24004)
This project aims to improve the quality, marketability, and profitability of Australian avocados by investigating the causes of key skin defects such as ridging, netting, and stretch marking.
20 June 2025
Consumer usage and attitude tracking 25/26 (MT24201)
This project is delivering a comprehensive consumer tracking program across the Australian horticulture sector.
18 June 2025
Pest and disease management program for the Australian avocado industry (AV23017)
This project aims to build a comprehensive knowledge base to guide best practices in chemical use and resistance management for the avocado industry.
21 May 2025
Evaluation of methyl bromide fumigation on avocado quality (AV24007)
This project will investigate how methyl bromide fumigation affects the quality and shelf life of Hass and Shepard avocados, aiming to improve post-treatment outcomes and maintain market access.
13 May 2025
Regulatory support and response co-ordination (pesticides) (MT24008)
The regulatory support and response coordination project aims to provide Australian horticultural industries support to navigate complex domestic and international pesticide regulations.
6 May 2025
Avocado Packaging Research (AV24012)
This project is exploring how packaging innovations – specifically allowing consumers to pick and pack their own avocados at the point of sale- impact shopper appeal and influence purchase behaviour. It aims to understand whether this approach can improve the consumer experience and drive increased avocado sales.
14 April 2025