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An overview of Vanilla production in Australia

Richard Exeley

Australian Vanilla Bean

Karama, Australia

exley@aapt.net.au  

Vanilla has a somewhat chequered association with Australia. Attempts to establish viable vanilla cultivation have occurred periodically over the past 130 years, yet commercial success has remained elusive. Today, a premium focus and vertical integration from farm to market is providing hope that a niche industry may be successfully established.