“Some of these new orchards will be featured at the upcoming Symposium/Farm Walk being organised for Saturday, 21 November 2015,” said Trevor Ranford, Technical Communications Officer, AWIA.

A full program will commence with a symposium at the Mercure Motel, Mildura and then move out into the orchard where growers will be able to see both the orchards and orchard equipment. 

“Current and prospective growers are encouraged to attend this last event for 2015,” said Sally Smith, Secretary, AWIA.

The industry body added that 2015 production was in excess of 8,000 tonnes with a Farm Gate Value of $60 million. By 2020 the industry expects to have a production of 13,000 tonnes.

Growers interested in attending the Field Days and Seminar can register by going to the Australian Walnut Industry Association website: www.walnut.net.au or contacting Trevor Ranford on 0417 809 172 or via e-mail.