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The AMA is dedicated to providing Australian melon growers with the latest information to connect the industry and improve productivity. We coordinate regular events in all of our main growing regions where you can hear from leading melon growers and industry partners, and find out about the latest research, best practice and on-farm innovation.

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That's a wrap! Chinchilla Melon Festival 2025

The Chinchilla Melon Festival 2025 was a huge success, drawing in crowds from all over to celebrate Australia’s melon capital. With exciting activities, fun competitions, and plenty of delicious melon treats, it was truly a festival to remember.

Foodex Japan Expressions of Interest Now Open

AUSVEG is leading a trade delegation to exhibit at Foodex from 11-14 March 2025, securing a 54sqm booth incorporating Australia’s national brand. Export-ready, levy-paying growers can apply for part-funded positions to participate. The program includes supply chain insights, introductions to market players, and product showcasing to international buyers.

Chinchilla Melon Festival 2025

Melons Australia will proudly be flying the industry flag again at the 2025 Chinchilla Melon Festival, promoting melons as a healthy food source and celebrating the dedication and hard work of growers who make it possible for everyone to enjoy these delicious fruits. The festival is on from 13-16 February 2025.

Making Melons Great Again

An industry, in partnership with government organisations and private sector investment, created a project to reduce foodborne illness outbreaks from its products. The project was carefully designed with specific, measurable outcomes and key performance indicators (KPIs). The project included confidential microbiological surveillance with problematic results reported immediately to growers and processors so risks could be mitigated promptly. It also included support for growers and processors to increase food safety knowledge and affect behaviour change. The project succeeded in engaging with more than 99% of relevant growers. It reduced the number of food safety incidents in the industry to zero and the number has remained at zero for six years.

Watermelon: Your Secret Weapon to Beat the Heat This Summer

Watermelon: Your Secret Weapon to Beat the Heat This Summer Hear from Dr. Scott Martin a Master of Acupuncture and Master of Chinese Herbal Medicine on the health benefits of watermelons.

Fresh Plaza Article - Australian melon industry strengthens relationship and information sharing with United States study tour

The Australian melon industry says a recent trip to the United States has shown that there is a massive opportunity to collaborate with growers and leaders from overseas.