Upcoming events

2026 APAL Industry Forum and APAL Awards for Excellence

When: Sunday, 26 July 2026 – Monday, 27 July 2026

Where: Melbourne, VIC - venue TBC

The 2026 APAL Industry Forum will encourage Australia’s apple and pear growers to progress their businesses with confidence, efficiency and insight.

Against a backdrop of supermarket pressure, rising input costs, evolving consumer expectations and emerging technologies, the 2026 Industry Forum will deliver practical tools, data-led insights and expert guidance to help growers strengthen their decision-making and operational performance.

Through global context, retail and negotiation insights, real-world examples of business growth and adaptation, and demonstrations on how AI can influence orchard operations, the Forum will equip growers with the knowledge to make informed, future-ready choices.

Preceding the Industry Forum, the APAL Awards for Excellence will take place at the Welcome Drinks during the evening of Sunday 26 July 2026.

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