This gives growers valuable information to determine chill mitigation actions over the coming weeks.
We would make the following additional comments:
- The Riverland is most unlikely to receive sufficient chill this season. Riverland growers should be considering taking mitigating action with oil sprays at the higher concentrations and the higher application rates.
- The situation in Sunraysia is not clear. The Dynamic model shows sufficient chill for Swan Hill but border line for Mildura/Merbein. The alternative chill model of <7OC shows insufficient chill for all of Sunraysia. Growers need to consider their own orchard most carefully.
If you require any additional assistance please do not hesitate to contact relevant people within the Industry.
You can read more about chilling requirements here: Chilling Requirements (log in may be required)
