Cherry Picked Jessica.fearnley

On this week's episode, we catch up with Dr Greg Lang, leader in global cherry research. Greg talks about intensive cherry tree plantings, how to maintain them and how to get the best out of your trees.

Want to get in touch with Greg? Follow his research at these websites

https://www.canr.msu.edu/people/dr_gregory_lang

https://www.goodfruit.com/shaping-the-future-of-cherry-production/

Got feedback? Get in touch at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

This project is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project. Led by NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.

On this week's episode, we catch up again with crop science technologist Zen Kynigos from Prodoz. Zen talks about plant stress, how we can combat it and understand our cherry trees more.

Want to get in touch with Zen? Contact him at zen@prodoz.com.au or visit these websites

⁠Prodoz.com.au⁠

⁠Levity.com.au⁠

Got feedback? Get in touch at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

This project is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project. Led by NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.

On this week's episode, we catch up with tart cherry breeder, Amy Iezzoni from Michigan State University. Amy talks about her work in tart cherry breeding, rootstocks and value-adding opportunities.



Got feedback? Get in touch at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au



We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

This project is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project. Led by NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.

On this week's episode, we catch up with crop science technologist Zen Kynigos from Prodoz. Zen talks about cherry physiology, the best way to deliver nutrients to the plant, and fertiliser money-saving techniques!



Want to get in touch with Zen? Contact him at zen@prodoz.com.au or visit these websites

Prodoz.com.au

Levity.com.au

Got feedback? Get in touch at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au



We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

This project is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project. Led by NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.

In this episode we talk with Steph Tabone, a horticultural researcher in vegetables based in Sydney Australia. We speak to Steph about her career in the vegetable industry, her Nuffield scholarship and what she is excited for being involved the horticulture industry into the future.



To find out more about Steph visit her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-tabone-814766ab/?originalSubdomain=au



Interested about Nuffield? Have a look at this website

https://www.nuffieldscholar.org/



We want to hear your feedback and suggestions, please get in touch with us at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au



We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which this podcast is recorded and edited on. We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.



This podcast is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project, led by NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.

In today's episode we are joined by another one of our friends from the USA, Kait Thornton. Kait is a horticulture influencer who has brought the story of her family's orchard to thousands of people and is trying to bridge the gap between grower and consumer. She brings all the tips about building your social media presence.

You can find Kait at

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitlynthornton/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaitlynjillthornton/?hl=en

Got feedback? Get in touch at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

This project is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project. Led by the NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.