For the first time in Australia, drone images have been used to delineate fertiliser rate differences in banana plantations. Marcus Bulstrode, from the Advanced Coastal Farming Systems team (QLD DPI). Marcus Bulstrode, from the Advanced Coastal Farming Systems (ACFS) team, within the Natural Capital and…
Forecast timeframes extended for certain chemical reviews Products containing the following are currently under review by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA). Fipronil (e.g. Regent®) Neonicotinoids including imidacloprid (e.g Movento Energy®) and Clothanidin (e.g. Shield®) Anti-coagulant rodenticides Proposed decisions on the individual chemistries within…
Finding good workers can be hard. Whether you need help for harvest, packing, or year-round jobs, there are a few programs that can help banana growers like you. These are backed by the Australian Government and can make a big difference in keeping your farm…