Extra vigilance required
A severe shortage of pickers as a result of covid restrictions and the inability of pickers to enter Victoria has forced some growers to leave fruit on their trees, creating the perfect environment for Queensland fruit fly (Qfly) to thrive. Growers should remain on high alert across the GMV region as unpicked fruit, combined with the effects of optimal weather conditions has the potential to severely impact market opportunities.
Please see attached the February 2021 GMV QFF Outlook.