A three year jackfruit trial that found the popular Asian delicacy and meat substitute has potential to be grown in Northern Australia was showcased at a recent field day in Kununurra. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) trial is part of the Cooperative Research Centre for Developing [...]
Farmers in and around the Big Rivers Region of the Northern Territory (NT) and Kununurra in Western Australia (WA) are invited to learn about incorporating sesame into broadacre rotations in Northern Australia at a series of field days in June. During the field days, trial sites showcasing high-value, multi-purpose crops, [...]
Spice Sector: Trialling herb and spice crops in northern Australia Most herbs and spices used in Australia are imported. Several crops, including sesame, are being trialled in northern Australia. Watch the story here. ABC Journalist, Megan Hughes Posted 2 June 2024 CRCNA project A.2.2122016 Great Northern Spices Program [...]