Applethorpe Research Facility

Agri-Science Queensland, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries

Applethorpe Research Facility is 32 ha site located on the granite belt of Southern Queensland. It enables research, development and extension of temperate horticultural and field crops across a broad range of species and commodities, and maintains the genetic material for table grapes and the national breeding programs for apples and stone fruit industries.

Website https://www.daf.qld.gov.au/contact/offices/stations-facilities/applethorpe

Key science sectors

Strengths and capabilities

Evaluation of apple germplasm
Evaluation of apple high productivity production systems
Climate change impacts on some fruits
Pest and disease diagnostic services

Facilities and major equipment

32 Ha site on acidic sandy podzol of granite origin
Onsite administration buiding with conference room
Research laboratories, glasshouses and cold rooms
Sheds including mechanical workshop, prepartion rooms and chemical stores
Plant and equipment to support research activity

Number of research staff

Up to 20 research staff

Address

New England Highway, Applethorpe QLD 4378

Organisation type

Queensland Government – Partner

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