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.
Discover the projects that you want to see by refining the list by ongoing, completed, and historical R&D projects as well as projects by R&D portfolio type. You can also filter the projects by areas of extension and communications, international trade, and data and insights.
1-10 of 183 results
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
Australian Horticulture Statistics Handbook (MT21006)
The Australian Horticultural Statistics Handbook was established in 2015 to provide a comprehensive and reliable source of statistical data for the Australian horticulture industry. It was developed in response to the industry’s need for more detailed, timely, and accessible insights into production, trade, and market trends.
9 April 2022
Educating health professionals on the nutrition and health benefits of avocados (AV20003)
This project educated health professionals about the nutrition and health benefits of avocados to encourage their recommendation and ultimately increase the purchase and consumption of Australian avocados.
8 April 2025
Avocado Industry Virtual Reality Training Program (AV24010)
This project will enhance stakeholder skills across the avocado supply chain—from orchard to retail—by delivering immersive Virtual Reality (VR) training.
31 March 2025