Farmers consult on new tech

DRIED fruit growers will get the opportunity to view the latest in on-farm technology and growing practices during a tour of the NSW Riverina this month. The 2019 Dried Fruits Australia (DFA) tour will include visits to the prune industry around Griffith to look at dehydration technology and the National Wine and Grape Industry Centre […]

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