Are you a forward-thinking, motivated individual who would like to help drive our industry into the future?
With just a few weeks left until nominations for the GIA Board close, we’d love to hear from those of you who would like to give their time and experience to help provide strategic oversight and leadership to the industry.
We welcome applications from members with diverse backgrounds. If you have served on Boards before or have governance experience, this is an opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven organisation and let your voice be heard.
Nominations close on October 14.
If there are more than two candidates nominated, an election will be held at GIA’s AGM on November 27.
Growers have told us they want more visibility on where their levy goes. We’ve listened. You can now find a full list of levy-funded projects in one place on our website at www.greenlifeindustry.org.au/your-levy-at-work
We’ve also created a short explainer video to show where your levy goes.
Small, targeted upgrades can lead to big savings – in water, energy, and costs.
From improved pump performance to smarter irrigation scheduling, Australian nurseries are showing that small, targeted upgrades can lead to big savings – in water, energy and costs.
Recent trials and grower case studies reveal impressive results:
water savings of up to 2 megalitres (ML) per year
37% less water per hectare, even across large growing areas
profit gains of up to $4,487 per ML of water applied
energy savings of nearly 12 MWh a year from pump upgrades
cost reductions of more than $3,000 annually.
It's a simple formula – better systems, less waste and healthier plants.
John McDonald and John Bunker share how not to be 'that guy' in our latest podcast.
The next incursion: why it could start with you
Rising international trade, tourism and a changing climate are placing Australia’s plant biosecurity system under unprecedented pressure.
Biosecurity breaches remain one of the biggest threats to Australia’s nursery industry. With more than a dozen new threats detected in just the past six months, it’s clear we can no longer rely on geographic isolation alone.
Growers must stay vigilant and take advantage of levy-funded resources that strengthen on-farm pest and disease management.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to industry pioneer Gordon Giles' family, friends and nursery colleagues.
Gordon was widely recognised as one of Australia’s most respected and successful cymbidium hybridisers, a pursuit he followed from the age of 18 to 80.
He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity of knowledge, and his world-renowned work in orchid breeding.
A true mentor and constant presence in the nursery industry, Gordon's contributions and passion leave an enduring legacy.
With thanks to our partners and supporters
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This newsletter is funded by Hort Innovation using the Nursery levy and contributions from the Australian Government. Hort Innovation is the grower-owned, not-for-profit research and development corporation for Australian horticulture.
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