15 May 2026 | Australian Banana Growers

Workforce challenges continue to place pressure on banana farming businesses and regional communities, particularly around workforce integrity, worker engagement and broader compliance challenges affecting the sector. In response to a request from the Cassowary Coast Banana Growers’ Association, Australian Banana Growers’ Council has been working…

Federal Budget delivers mixed outcomes for banana growers

There were mixed outcomes for agriculture on Tuesday’s Federal Budget night, with some positive measures relating to fuel security, tax settings, regulatory support and supply chain resilience, but limited direct relief for growers currently facing significant cost pressures. It should be noted that these measures…