Melon quality improvement program (VM23002)
This investment is developing minimum quality standards for seedless watermelon, rockmelon and honeydew melon to improve consumer acceptance of Australian melons and ultimately drive demand and sales.
Melon food safety monitoring and support – phase 2 (VM24001)
This project aims to further promote and nurture a robust food safety culture within the Australian melon industry by implementing science- and data-based food safety monitoring and support systems.
Since 2018, the 'Safe Melons' initiative has continually worked to improve food safety across the melon supply chain. The national program adopts a systems approach, engaging various stakeholders such as growers, packers, exporters, regulators, and supermarkets. It has enabled the industry to achieve zero recalls and food safety incidents for six consecutive years.
