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National tree genomics program for horticulture

This program is about harnessing cutting-edge genetic technologies for the benefit of Australian horticultural tree crop industries. New tools are currently being developed in the program to enable Australian plant breeders to deliver new varieties with key productivity and profitability traits, and new tools for growers to enhance farm productivity.

This program involves separate components working together to deliver a deeper understanding of the relationship between tree crop traits ('phenotypes') and their underlying genetics ('genotypes') and genetic mechanisms. This will then feed into the ultimate development of tools and opportunities for rapidly and more efficiently addressing current and future needs of industry.

There are four components within the program including the Genomics Toolbox, Genotype Prediction Toolbox, Phenotype Prediction Toolbox, and a new Molecular Physiology component that will complement research in the genotype prediction toolbox.

Crops that will be used as case studies in the program include almond, avocado, citrus, mango and macadamia.

Project date

1 Sep 2018-1 Dec 2023
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Principal investigator

Vino Rajandran

Project funded by

Multiple industries
Alternative protein Cross industry Fruits Nuts Other rural industries Pasture, fodder & feed Vegetables

Hort Innovation

Hort Innovation is the grower-owned, not-for-profit research and development corporation for Australia's horticulture industry. As one of the nation's 15 Rural …
  • Location

    Australia

  • Organisation type

    Research funding body

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Horticulture impact assessment program 2020/21 to 2022/23

Hort Innovation has engaged independent consultants to evaluate the impact of our R&D investments, providing insights into the type and magnitude of impacts that are being generated across the company’s strategic levy programs.
  • Funded by

    Hort Innovation

  • Project date

    11 Apr 2022 - 30 Nov 2024

  • Research organisation

    Ag Econ Plus

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