Due to current Covid Restrictions, FGV have decided to reschedule the Northern Season Review until Wednesday, 30 June 2021. Please register your attendance to This email address is being protected from...
The APAL Forum is the flagship event for Australia’s apple and pear growers and industry. This year’s two-day forum – Grow Beyond – is an opportunity for you to reconnect, reflect and explore the many...
The Federal Budget saw some benefits to Australia’s growers. Workforce, trade and biosecurity were big winners with major funding announcements for each. Some of the highlights include – The...
Workplace visits put safety in the spotlightWorkSafe, Department of Health and Labour Hire Authority inspectors have visited orchards across the Shepparton region as part of a co-ordinated approach...
Under the Horticulture Award, an employer and employee can enter into an agreement for the employee to be paid a piecework rate. A piecework rate is: a rate of pay paid on the basis of how much an...
Changes to casual employment – industrial relations reforms On Friday 26 March 2021, the Fair Work Act 2009 (FW Act) was amended to change workplace rights and obligations for casual employees. The...