Hort Innovation in partnership with Apple & Pear Australia (APAL) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from:
- suitably qualified growers and other supply chain stakeholders for the Apple & Pear Research Development and Extension (RD&E) Strategic Investment Advisory Panel (SIAP).
- suitably qualified industry members and other supply chain stakeholders for the Strategic Market Development Panel.
If you would like to help shape the future of the Australian apple and pear industry, apply by using the Expressions of Interest form on Hort Innovation’s website.
Applications will be assessed and shortlisted by a selection panel. The selection panel may then interview shortlisted candidates. The selection panel will recommend the final panel composition to Hort Innovation and the APAL Executive.
Expressions of interest applications close Thursday September 14, 2023.
For more information, please contact Dumi Mhlanga, Industry Service and Delivery Manager on 0447 091 186 or at
Apple and pear industry production research development and extension (RD&E) advisory panel
The Apple & Pear RD&E Strategic Investment Advisory Panel (SIAP) will provide strategic investment advice to Hort Innovation in relation to industry research, development and extension programs funded by industry R&D levies and matching dollars from the Australian Government. They are guided by the strategic priorities set out in the industry Apple & Pear Strategic Investment Plan.
We are seeking individuals with the following skills and experience:
- Strong industry network
- Understanding of risks and challenges
- Expertise in research / trials, both domestic and international
- Awareness of the latest innovation and new technology
- Knowledge of fruit logistics (post-harvest and supply)
- Apple and pear producer
- Understanding of current communication and extension trends.
Apple and pear market development advisory panel
The Strategic Market Development Panel provide strategic investment advice to Hort Innovation in relation to industry demand creation programs funded from both the apple and pear marketing and R&D statutory levies. They are guided by the strategic priorities set out in the industry Apple & Pear Strategic Investment Plan.
We are seeking individuals with the following skills and experience:
- Strong industry network
- Retail knowledge and experience
- Export knowledge and experience
- Apple and pear industry experience
- Proficiency in strategy and data analysis
- Wholesaling experience
- Understanding of risks and challenges
- Understanding of seasonality and supply / demand.
Dumi Mhlanga- Industry Service and Delivery Manager, 0447 091 186
