Protected Cropping - Cherries
As the climate becomes more unpredictable and extreme weather events become more common, growers are testing new technologies to make their orchards more resilient to a change climate. Protective rain covers are an option for growers to protect their crop against these climatic factors.
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Climate-Smart Horticulture
Pilots established on NSW orchards are showing how technology can be used to help growers respond to climate change.
Climate-smart Irrigation in Orchards
Horticulture growers in NSW are installing digital technology in their orchards to improve irrigation efficiency and reduce the impact of rainfall variability.
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Horticulture AgTech Pilot Farm
AgTech overview showcasing how soil moisture and weather data can be used in apple orchards in Orange to improve water use efficiency.
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Weather Stations in Orchards
Horticulture producers across NSW have decided to invest in their own on-farm weather stations. The addition of these on-farm weather stations have enabled producers to access up to date and current climatic conditions relevant to them, allowing them to better manage their systems.
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