Vegetable Grower NOTES

A quality field of 25 teams enjoyed a truly great day of golf at the magnificent Lang Lang Golf Course on 6th August 2010. Early showers challenged many golfers who set off on the Ambrose competition,... Go to article.

Gippsland Snow Pea growers benefited from the recent Integrated Pest Management workshop at Korumburra. The workshop was delivered by Dr Paul Horne and Jessica Page fromGo to article.

Vegetable growers struggling to source local labour should consider the ‘Pacific Seasonal Worker Scheme’ being offered by the Australian Federal Government. The three year ... Go to article.

Have you heard about the FarmReady program ? Hundreds of FREE courses are now available for growers to develop business skills, OH&S and Food safety to name just a few. Although training... Go to article.

Victoria is gearing up for the greatest locust threat in 40 years ... Australian Plague Locusts can be devastating pests of agriculture due to their ability to quickly develop very large... Go to article.

Winter is the perfect time to set aside a few hours to learn more about the latest vegetable research. Come along to a R&D workshop near you and discuss the latest findings with... Go to article.

A new DVD and series of online video clips are set to encourage people to consider an exciting career in Australia's vibrant and diverse vegetable industry. The DVD and video clips feature... Go to article.

An informal “come as you are” afternoon BBQ get together has been organised for all vegetable growers in the Werribee, Bacchus Marsh and Keilor areas. The afternoon will provide... Go to article.

An informative evening has been organised for all vegetable growers in the Shires of East Gippsland and Wellington. WHEN :   Wednesday 7 July, 2010 WHERE : Recreation Reserve - Lindenow, from... Go to article.

The Horticulture Code of Conduct regulates trade in horticulture produce between growers and wholesalers of fresh fruit and vegetables and establishes a fair and equitable dispute resolution procedure.... Go to article.

The ‘Chain of Responsibility’ law aims to ensure that ALL who bear responsibility for conduct which affects compliance are also accountable for failures to comply. This... Go to article.

Spray drift is a concern that can alarm our local community and increases the likelihood of restrictions on the use of agricultural chemicals. Over the next few years, all agricultural chemical... Go to article.

We are very pleased to announce the appointment of Helena Whitman as the new Vegetable Industry Development Officer for Western Victoria. Helena is well known to Vegetable growers through her dedicated... Go to article.

VGA President, Luis Gazzola has received the Lifetime Achievement Award for services to the Vegetable Industry over more than half a century. The award was presented to Luis by AUSVEG Chairman... Go to article.

A series of Industry Business Sessions for the vegetable industry are being presented by the VFF horticulture group in conjunction with VGA Victoria. These events are free to all growers... Go to article.

IPM options to control Pythium induced root rots are being investigated by Dr Liz Minchinton and her team at DPI Knoxfield. The project , Go to article.

Organic Vegetable Producers Recently, a meeting of organic vegetable growers was organised at Koo Wee Rup by Slobodan Vujovic, VGA Vic IDO-East. Information from a past research project: “Disease... Go to article.

Liz Minchinton, at DPI Knoxfield recently announced the successful development of antibodies specific to white blister spores. The antibodies were prepared by project collaborators Dr Alison Wakeham... Go to article.

VGA President Luis Gazzola and IDO East Slobodan Vujovic visited vegetable growers in the East Gippsland area during April. This visit was the initiative of young local grower Andrew Bulmer, who... Go to article.

We sadly mark the passing of VGA Life Member Ken Marriott, remembered as a born leader, a �colossus of a man�, a man of integrity, straightforwardness, simplicity, honesty and... Go to article.

Nominations are invited for the 2010 Vegetable lndustry Awards, a highlight of AUSVEG's 2010 National Convention, Trade Show and Awards for Excellence to be held at Conrad Jupiters Hotel Casino... Go to article.

Our Industry Associate Members play a vital role in the continued success of Victorian Vegetable Growers and regularly support Grower events and activities. When choosing products or service for... Go to article.

Many vegetable growers will fondly remember former VGA Vice President and Life Member Norm Hawkes, who passed away on the 26th October 2009, aged 83. Norm was born and raised on the... Go to article.

The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman monitors, investigates, and enforces compliance with Commonwealth workplace laws. The FWO are promoting a nation-wide targeted education and compliance program... Go to article.

The VGA executive wish everyone a wonderful festive season and a safe and healthy 2010 The achievements of the following Victorian vegetable growers, have recently been recognised. HAL Young... Go to article.

The Vegetable Growers' Association of Victoria are pleased to announce the appointment of Slobodan Vujovic as our third Industry Development Officer. Slobodan is well known... Go to article.

Werribee South Vegetable Growers can again receive a free text message on their mobile phones every morning during the growing season. This service is provided FREE to Werribee Vegetable... Go to article.

Growers and researchers discussed the results of the Parsnip Canker trial on 21 November. SPECIAL Offer to Members United Equipment, one of our strongest supporters, is offering... Go to article.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Ken Orr as our new Industry Development Officer. Ken will provide vegetable growers with a range of services under the Victorian Governments Go to article.

Victorian Agriculture Minister, Joe Helper has launched the Horticulture Industry Network, a joint initiative of the Victorian Department of Primary Industries and Victorian Horticulture Associations.... Go to article.

Former VGA President and Life Member, Mr. L. A. (Joe) Souter passed away on Thursday 24 September 2009 at the age of 95 years. Joe led a long and rewarding life as a... Go to article.

Have Your Say ! Is membership too expensive ? Want to change your VGA’s approach to industry matters ? Come along and have your... Go to article.

Vegetable IDO's to return The VGA have received a State Governments development grant under the Go to article.

The latest addition to our VGA website New pages show current and forecast weather conditions for each of seven (7) vegetable growing districts Select the location nearest to you... Go to article.

The Vegetable Growers’ Association of Victoria is proud to support a great new Victorian Government initiative that encourages all Victorians to eat more fruit and vegetables. The Victorian... Go to article.

In the current economic downturn, it is vital for businesses to focus on developing and retaining skilled employees so they can take advantage of new opportunities as the economy recovers. This... Go to article.

Market reports suggest consumers are not on a spending spree but that retail trade is holding up better than expected given the economic circumstances. PMA... Go to article.

Strategic Plan for Victoria Consultation has begun on a strategic plan to align development of the Victorian vegetable Industry with the National Vegetable Strategy Go to article.

Certificate IV in Training & Assessment - Train your own staff ! Recognised training that prepares YOU to deliver training and assessment in YOUR workplace.     ... Go to article.

William John Mills, born at Heatherton in 1932, passed to rest 20 Nov 2008, aged 76. Jack began growing summer crops in the early 1950’s, while still dairying. He and his brother grew potato,... Go to article.

A HAL subsidised National program begins in February 2009 to build the leadership capacity of the Australian Vegetable Industry. Registrations close 15 January so hurry and get your application... Go to article.

With more than three times more visitors in the first 6 months ... Something must be right ! Check out our new website:   www.VegetablesVictoria.com.au Industry Development... Go to article.