Building the Foundations for Intonsa Flower Thrips Management in Australian Berries

Overview Hort Innovation is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced and capable delivery partner for the project: Building the Foundations for Intonsa Flower Thrips Management in Australian Berries (MT26012). About Horticulture Innovation Australia (Hort Innovation) is a not-for-profit, grower-owned Research and Development Corporation (RDC) for Australia's $17 billion horticulture industry. Hort Innovation invests around $170 million in research and development (R&D) and marketing programs annually to provide benefit to industry and the wider community. Objectives The objectives of the services being sought are to address four complementary areas: Understanding pest biology, population dynamics and crop impacts under Australian production conditions Preliminary screening of chemical management options Improving reliable and cost-effective molecular diagnostics Practical management advice and extension for growers Instructions to Tenderers Respondents may submit proposals for one or more of the areas outlined above, although proposals addressing the full scope are preferred. Tender Briefing An information session will be held for this opportunity. Date: 20 November 2026 Time: 2:00–2:45 PM (AEDT) Format: Virtual briefing Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to attend to understand current research and opportunities for collaboration. The link to the session is included in the RFP and will also be posted on the tenders.net forum section for this project.