Northern Australia was once viewed as the nation's next major food production hub, with abundant water resources, large tracts of undeveloped land, and its geographical proximity to Asia.
However, that prospect has diminished under the combined weight of economic pressures, logistical difficulties, and climate change.
Quentin Parker, founder of Parker Poynt Packhouse, has lived in the Ord Valley for nearly 40 years. The region experiences the highest average temperature of any mango-growing area in northern Australia and is located about 3,000 kilometres from Perth.
Although now retired, Parker continues to maintain approximately 460 mango trees on his property. The trees produce limited yields, reflecting the broader production challenges that growers face in the region.
Source: ABC News
