Applethorpe Research Facility

Agri-Science Queensland, Department of Primary Industries, Queensland Government

Formerly known as Research Infrastructure

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Researchers inspecting apple crops

Applethorpe Research Facility is 32ha site located on the granite belt of Southern Queensland. It maintains the genetic material for apples and stone fruit industries.

Website
https://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/contact/stations-facilities/applethorpe
Organisation type
  • Queensland Government - Agency
Number of research staff
Up to 20 research staff
Address
New England Highway, Applethorpe QLD 4378

Strengths and capabilities

  • Research capabilities
  • Tree crops
  • Horticultural crops

Facilities and major equipment

  • 32ha site on acidic sandy podzol of granite origin
  • Onsite administration building with conference room
  • Research laboratories, glasshouses and cold rooms
  • Sheds including mechanical workshop, preparation rooms and chemical stores
  • Plant and equipment to support research activity

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