Agriculture & Horticulture Update: Aug 24 - Australia (4 stories)
Sunday, 24 Aug 2025 Weekly Agriculture & Horticulture Australia
Here is your Weekly summary for Agriculture & Horticulture across Australia for Mon 18th August - Sun 24th August 2025
A young Queensland couple has transformed their beekeeping hobby into a thriving business, taking a decade to finally earn a wage, highlighting the dedication required in agriculture. Meanwhile, South Australian grower Paul Cafcakis is recognized for his innovative approaches to crop protection and sustainability, setting a new standard in horticulture. Additionally, Helen Aggeletos of Venus Citrus has been awarded for her innovative strategies, while a new irrigation retrofit system promises significant savings in labor and resources for farmers, showcasing advancements in agricultural efficiency.
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Young Qld couple's journey, working two jobs, to grow their farm business
Good Fruit & Vegetables - News 23 Aug 2025, 4:00amIt was 10 years before they got a wage from the business.
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Young grower award winner champions better crop protection, sustainability
Good Fruit & Vegetables - News 17 Aug 2025, 6:00amCafcakis Produce aiming to improve biosecurity, sustainability.
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Venus Citrus boss snares Citrus Australia Value Chain Innovator award
Good Fruit & Vegetables - News 22 Aug 2025, 4:00amA steep learning curve ultimately helped out Helen Aggeletos.
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Irrigation retrofit system saving thousands in labour hours, power costs, water
Good Fruit & Vegetables - News 21 Aug 2025, 6:00amA cheaper option to retrofit irrigation with sensors has been launched.