Agriculture & Horticulture Trends: Apr 12 - Australia (5 stories)

Here is your Weekly summary for Agriculture & Horticulture across Australia for Mon 6th April - Sun 12th April 2026

A South Australian school vineyard is pioneering the future of winemaking by integrating advanced technology into its curriculum, providing students and local growers with hands-on experience that could shape the industry. Meanwhile, Century Orchards in the Riverland has achieved almond yields surpassing industry averages through a high-input strategy, highlighting the potential for increased profitability in nut farming.

On a global scale, the FAO warns that ongoing conflicts, such as the war in Iran, could lead to rising food prices as farmers may cut back on inputs or shift to less intensive crops. In a positive development, a new exchange initiative aims to tap into Japan's $200 million import market for Australian horticulture, potentially boosting exports. However, the bee industry remains on edge as a recent Varroa report failed to identify the source of the pest incursion, raising concerns about biosecurity measures.