Marek will be sharing his insights into the impact on soils and water infiltration from mulching in cherry orchards.

Overview

Practical cherry workshop covering soils, infiltration, protected cropping, pollination and the latest grower-focused research updates.

Fruit Growers Tasmania invites cherry growers and industry stakeholders to join an engaging, practical workshop focused on improving productivity, resilience and orchard performance.

From soil health and water infiltration to the latest research on protected cropping and pollination, this in person workshop brings together growers, researchers and industry experts to share ideas, experiences and practical take-home insights for Tasmanian cherry production.

Hear updates from current research projects, explore real world grower experiences and take part in discussions designed to help you apply new thinking back in your own orchard.

Topics include:

• Soil health and infiltration rates

• Protected cropping research updates

• Pollination and orchard productivity

• Practical grower insights and discussion

Whether you’re already using rain covers, looking to improve soil performance, or wanting to stay up to date with emerging research, this workshop offers valuable knowledge, networking and conversation with others in the industry.

Delivered by Fruit Growers Tasmania for the Extension and Communication for the Australian Cherry Industry project, funded by Hort Innovation. Lunch provided by Muirs.