Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hort Innovation introduce high-yielding, disease-resistant strawberry variety Stella-ASBP to Australian market.

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries and Hort Innovation have introduced Stella-ASBP, a high-yielding, disease-resistant strawberry variety, to the Australian market. The new variety, named after late journalist and disability activist Stella Young, offers resistance to red leaf disorder, ensuring healthier plants and improved consumer experience. This development is crucial for the Australian berry industry, with Queensland contributing $180m to the state's economy through strawberry production.

August 12, 2024
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