Could this be the end of the sultana?

Wade Stephens

A NEW dried-grape variety could pave the way for local growers to abandon old sultana vines that may be letting them down. Dried Fruits Australia held a field walk on Thursday, introducing growers to Murray Bold, a light, high-yielding, rain-tolerant varietal that is resistant to downy mildew. DFA chair Mark King said Murray Bold matures […]

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