Propagator Profile: Toolangi Certified Strawberry Runner Growers’ Co-Op

The Toolangi Certified Strawberry Runner Growers’ Co-Op has supplied certified strawberry runners across Australia for 65 years. Operating under the Victorian Strawberry Runner Certification Scheme, it ensures pathogen-free, high-health plants through rigorous testing and compliance. The Co-op collaborates on research, developing innovations such as soilless propagation and advanced diagnostic techniques. Historically, it helped establish pathogen-free runner production in Australia and pioneered alternatives to methyl bromide fumigation. Looking forward, it is expanding plug plant facilities, integrating drone spraying, and maintaining strong industry relationships to support future strawberry production advancements.