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22 April 2020

Under the Microscope

Fall armyworm is a new exotic pest recently detected in North Queensland. While bananas are not a preferred host, this pest has serious implications for other agricultural industries including sugar cane and horticulture in North Queensland. What is Fall armyworm? Fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) is…
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22 April 2020

Staying ahead of the game

Far North Queensland banana grower Gavin Devaney could have easily ended up on the other side of the farming fence. Armed with an Honours Degree in Agricultural Science (Major in Rural Technology), the third- generation farmer was on the cusp of studying to become a veterinarian…
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22 April 2020

Lessons from Laos

What if we did nothing to manage Panama disease? This is the scenario being faced in Laos, a land-locked country south of China and between Thailand and Vietnam.By Tony Pattison, Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries The arrival of Panama disease TR4 in the north of…
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22 April 2020

Tom calls it a day

The ABGC Board farewelled retiring West Australian director Tom Day in December last year, with the representation of growers in the far west handed over to incoming director, Doriana Mangili. Following his departure, Mr Day spoke with Australian Bananas Magazine, reflecting on his two stints as a…
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22 April 2020

New project puts supply chain in spotlight

A new project aims to offer banana producers the opportunity to increase profitability and growth of exports. The project will bring a laser-like focus on monitoring and improving handling practices to deliver more predictable fruit quality and reduce waste, during the supply chain process. Pacific…
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