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Day: 6 September 2018

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6 September 2018

Navigating the complex world of WH&S legislation

A recent round of audits by Workplace Health and Safety inspectors on banana farms in the Cassowary Coast prompted some immediate concern by growers over ‘grey areas’ within WH&S regulations and the necessity of some requirements. Here – with the assistance of WH&S consultant Craig…
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6 September 2018

No business like banana show business

There’s something undeniably special about regional shows. They are a great chance to socialise and there is no better way to celebrate local produce, creativity and skill. In Coffs Harbour, Innisfail and Tully, bananas – and the people behind them – are very much part of their show communities. The…
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6 September 2018

Louis ready for a spot of retirement

In his eight years as Australian Banana Growers’ Council Yellow Sigatoka Liaison Officer, Louis Lardi says he’s traversed over 300,000km by road, received just one speeding ticket, cracked two windscreens and formed some lifelong friendships, destined to stand the test of time.  As he eyes retirement from his ABGC role, he sat…
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6 September 2018

A Congress not to be missed

Preparations for the next Australian Banana Industry Congress (ABIC) are gaining momentum with an exciting program already in the works for the industry’s premier biennial event. ABIC 2019 will be held on the Gold Coast from May 22-24. The Management Committee and Program Committee tasked with organising Congress in 2019 have…
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6 September 2018

Come fly with me…planes, trains and banana-a-peel

Export opportunities investigated Where in the world could Australian bananas make their mark?  A recently released study investigated opportunities for locally grown produce in an already competitive environment. Amy Spear reports. Australian-grown bananas are a staple in most households around the country. Up until now, the industry has been largely…
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6 September 2018

Here’s looking at you, growers

What does the latest round of benchmarking reveal about the banana industry? The 2016/17 results are in and Howard Hall, of Pinnacle Agribusiness, is here to help break them down. It’s clear banana growers aren’t afraid of a bit of hard work – and know how to…
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6 September 2018

Banana marketing continues to hit home with consumers

Australian Bananas continues to reach consumers in innovative, exciting ways – using both new and traditional media to target their audience. Marketing Manager Kylie Drumond reports. Hort Innovation is responsible for investing the banana marketing levy into a range of activities to drive frequency of purchase and consumption, under the Hort Innovation…
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