Investment expenditure analysis
See how Avocado Fund investments are tracking against the industry’s Strategic Investment Plan
As seen on the avocado 'fund management' page, investments specific to the Hort Innovation Avocado Fund are guided by the industry's Strategic Investment Plan (SIP). The SIP features four priority outcome areas that have been identified and agreed upon by the industry, and Hort Innovation works to invest in R&D initiatives that are aligned to these.
See how investment expenditure aligns to Strategic Investment Plan outcomes
In the interactive chart below, discover the most up-to-date information on how project expenditure in the Avocado Fund is aligned to the four SIP outcomes. The chart reflects project investment across the life of the SIP to date.
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Avocados FY26 Foodservice Program - Educational Masterclasses (AV25003)
This project will deliver a national educational program to chefs, quick service restaurant (QSR) teams, and hospitality professionals. Designed to grow the Australian avocado category in foodservice, it will equip these foodservice professionals with the knowledge, tools and inspiration to use Australian avocados in diverse menu applications.
24 September 2025
Woolworths Avocado Retail Education, Training and Merchandising FY25 (AV24014)
The 2025 Woolworths Avocado Retail Education Program has been developed to overcome key barriers to Australian avocado purchases and is educating retail staff on best-in-class behaviours for both Hass and Shepard varieties.
15 July 2025
Avocado Industry Virtual Reality Training Program (AV24010)
This project will enhance stakeholder skills across the avocado supply chain—from orchard to retail—by delivering immersive Virtual Reality (VR) training.
31 March 2025