Horticulture research and development prospectus

Abstract

The ‘Horticulture – Research & Development Prospectus’ provides our stakeholders with an overview of the NSW DPI Horticulture Unit. It details the purpose, people, structure, programs and projects of the Horticulture Unit and illustrates our place within the Department’s current research and development portfolio. The Prospectus is available as both an electronic and printed document on the Department’s website at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au. Key players in providing direction and resources for the Unit’s successful operation are our stakeholders and collaborators. These include growers, industry bodies, research and development corporations, commercial horticultural companies and research organisations. The Horticulture Unit is one of four units located within the Plant Systems Branch. Its purpose is to contribute to the profitability of horticultural systems in NSW by conducting research projects developed and delivered using co-investment from industry stakeholders and collaborators. The other three units within this Branch are Southern Cropping Systems, Northern Cropping Systems, and Water Research and Irrigation. For more than 100 years NSW DPI has been a significant contributor to agricultural production through its research and development activities across the State. This has been achieved through the development and resourcing of research facilities, and continued investment in a diverse and highly skilled workforce. The Department’s research outputs are both nationally and internationally recognised.