Nursery Papers & Clippings
Supporting and Advancing Australian Plant Breeding
In this Nursery Paper...
Australian plant breeders have developed many improved native trees and shrubs that are widely sold in Australia and planted in gardens. A small number of companies are exporting the intellectual property of innovative native plants suitable for seasonal potted colour and bedding to overseas markets and reversing the traditional flow of royalties. A few have had international success with exotics such as proteas, petunias and Madeira daisies. Other organisations are hoping for international sales.
While there are some great success stories, the breeders and marketers we surveyed signposted numerous difficulties in breeding and marketing new plants. In this Nursery Paper, the second of a two-part series on plant breeding, horticultural writer Helen Moody examines a number of issues that could be addressed to give greater support to Australian plant breeding.
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In May Clippings...
It’s a dream come true for Flemings Student Design Comp winner
Spaniard Alicia Ferrer says she found it hard to believe when she was told she had won the Flemings Student Design Competition. “There were so many emotions; this is something I had dreamt about.”
The competition, which is in its tenth year, is a key component of the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show (MIFGS) and offers students of horticulture and design a wonderful opportunity to showcase their design talents, explore new ideas, push design boundaries and gain valuable experience within the industry.
Also featuring:
- Nursery & Garden Industry fights invasion
- Life is a garden centre at the Royal Easter Show
- New rural training package - Industry feedback required!
- Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show photos
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