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Melons

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Melons are grown in most states and territories in Australia, but predominantly in the Riverina and Sunraysia areas of NSW.

The Department's role is to provide support to the horticultural industry through the provision of extension officers, research scientists, diagnostic laboratories, publications, horticultural courses and regulatory services.

Melon food safety

  • A best practice guide for rockmelons and specialty melons (PDF, 10.7 MB)
  • Practical resources for implementing best practice (PDF, 6.8 MB)
  • Watermelon food safety guide.pdf (PDF, 6.6 MB)
  • Improving food safety and traceability in horticulture.pdf (PDF, 287.0 KB)

Spotlight

Melon food safety
A best practice guide for rockmelons and specialty melons
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