Training

AHR can provide effective training aimed at agronomists and advisors, growers, producers and farm staff. We have a strong track record in providing hands on, practically focussed training that is effective. We can deliver face to face training in the field or packhouse, training workshop, specialised masterclasses and video based e-Learning modules. AHR has training modules already developed in the following areas, and can also develop specialised training packages top suit your needs.

  • Basic vegetable agronomy

  • Postharvest management of fruits, vegetables and mushrooms

  • Irrigation management

  • Pest and disease management

Rural communications and extension

AHR staff have proven expertise in effective rural communications and the extension of research findings to industry. AHR leads the ground-breaking Soil Wealth extension project for the Australian vegetable industry. Capabilities include:

  • Best practice guides

  • Effective writing

  • Video production

  • Podcasts

  • Field days and workshops

  • Webinars

Research and development

AHR can undertake research and development projects in Australia and overseas. We have well-equipped laboratory facilities located in Sydney as well as access to field sites in the major agricultural regions. AHR staff have expertise in:

  • Crop agronomy and nutrition

  • Postharvest physiology of fruits and vegetables

  • Irrigation management and crop water use

  • Soil health

  • Cover crops

  • Reduced tillage cropping systems

  • Assessing and improving fruit and vegetable supply chains

  • Environmental assessments and management

  • Climate change adaptation and mitigation

  • Pest and disease management

  • Grazing systems and pastures