The chair of the Australian Banana Growers’ Council has called for urgent action to improve infrastructure connecting Far North Queensland to the south. “Weather resilient road corridors are crucial not only for those of us who live and work in the Far North, but also…
FNQ situation update (13 Feb)Access to and from Far North Queensland is still restricted. There have been reports of intermittent access throughout the week but growers are largely unable to send their fruit south. The cost to industry has been estimated at about $20 million…
For Caleb Connolly, working as an agricultural economist is about more than just numbers — it’s about supporting farmers to build resilient, profitable, and sustainable businesses. As part of the Department of Primary Industries (DPI), he’s helping banana growers in North Queensland make more informed…
Report damage via the Queensland DPI Agriculture Disaster Impact Survey* What we know about the current situation Growers around Tully south are currently most affected, though this could change quickly. Many are unable to access their farms so it will take time…