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Australian melon growers hoping for a 'bounce back' year after pandemic

Melons Australia hopeful workforce issues will not stunt the growth and opportunities in the NT The Australian melon industry says a major focus over the next few months heading into the next season is trying to address issues surrounding the horticulture workforce shortage. The southern states will begin the seven-month season in Spring/Summer, and Melons Australia Executive Officer Johnathon Davey says there is a concern following this year, which presented a mixed season for growers. "COVID-19 has seen a bit 'to and fro' in the supply of Aussie melons; where people who were able to get wor...