A word from Brett Fifield, CEO at Hort Innovation
To our growers and industry partners,
Many growers across Australia are operating in a challenging environment, with ongoing cost pressures affecting day to day decisions and longer term planning.
We are listening carefully, learning from what you’re telling us, and using that feedback to inform how we prioritise our work.
As you read through this edition of Growing Innovation, I hope it provides some insight into the work underway across our industries and reinforces the strength, capability and opportunity across our sector.
Our focus remains on investing levy funds into research and development, marketing and trade that support productivity, demand and resilience - with a clear focus on long term value for Australian horticulture.
We’ll continue to stay connected and work together as conditions evolve.
Regards, Brett
NEWS
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
The Australian Grown Innovation program, delivered by Startupbootcamp‑ and funded through Hort Innovation Frontiers is underway, supporting growers and participants from across the horticulture value chain to turn practical ideas into real outcomes.
The latest Engage Sessions are one day, ‑hands on‑ workshops designed to demystify innovation, test ideas, and build valuable connections across the industry.
Want to get involved? Find out more here.
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ANNOUNCEMENT
We have moved office
We’ve recently relocated our North Sydney head office to Level 15, 141 Walker Street. We continue to operate as usual and look forward to welcoming you next time you’re in Sydney.
At Hort Innovation, everything we do is built on our vision to create a prosperous and sustainable Australian horticulture industry built on innovation.
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