Ginger

There are approximately 50 ginger growers located in Australia’s sub-tropical and tropical production regions. Ginger production is both labour and capital intensive, and the industry faces challenges around biosecurity, pest and disease management, securing inputs such as irrigation, labour and seed, and an ageing grower base. 20% of ginger grown in Australia is sold to the processing sector and 80% is sold to the domestic fresh market.

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Ginger

Exploring global insights to strengthen Australia’s ginger industry

The AgriFutures Ginger Program continues to drive innovation and sustainability in the Australian ginger sector through targeted research, development and extension (RD&E). Recognising the maturity and scale of international ginger markets, the Australian industry has identified valuable opportunities to learn from global practices and apply these insights locally.

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GINGER / 08.10.24

Nine research projects that will supercharge Australia’s ginger industry

The AgriFutures Ginger Program invests in research, development and extension (RD&E) that aims to support a sustainable, growing and prosperous industry. The Program has nine research projects currently underway.

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GINGER / 14.04.23

First of its kind agriculture innovation tour connects producers across the country

Agritech has taken enormous steps in recent times – but on-farm uptake hasn’t advanced at the same pace. Determined to match strides, AgriFutures Australia hosted the inaugural Innovation Intensive Tour in February 2023.

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GINGER / 02.11.22

Calling all AgriFutures Australia growers and producers: you are invited to be a part of the inaugural Innovation Intensive Tour

Advancements in agricultural technology have enabled more informed decision-making about crops and livestock, eased traditionally labour-intensive tasks, reduced environmental impacts, and generated a range of efficiencies in production, processing and distribution.

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